2009 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · YH09 WOV

This 2009 Toyota Yaris presents a worsening maintenance trend, with the most recent test on 11 August 2025 at 126,140 miles flagging multiple advisories that indicate declining vehicle care. While the car has consistently passed its MOT tests, the volume and severity of flagged items have increased steadily over the last four records. The August 2025 test is the most concerning, returning six separate advisories across exhaust, structural, braking, and tyre components, suggesting recent upkeep has been marginal. The mileage progression reveals a typical usage pattern for a seventeen-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 7,420 miles annually. Between May 2021 and August 2023, the car covered just 15,000 miles, indicating relatively light use. Mileage accumulation then accelerated, with the vehicle covering 20,000 miles in the year leading up to the August 2025 test alone. This recent spike in mileage aligns directly with the sharp increase in component wear and deterioration logged during the most recent test. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the underbody and structural elements. The rear subframe mounting prescribed areas show corrosion on both sides as of August 2025, building on general underbody corrosion noted in August 2024. Fuel pipes have been flagged as corroded across three consecutive tests since August 2023, pointing to a systemic rust issue underneath the car rather than an isolated surface blemish. The exhaust system also demands close attention; a minor gas leak and a defective mounting have appeared intermittently since 2022 and remain unresolved. Braking and steering components require immediate physical verification. The August 2025 tester noted slight corrosion to the brake hose ferrules, which often precedes fluid weeping or hose failure under heavy braking. Both front tyres were worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge, indicating either alignment issues or a lack of routine tyre rotation and replacement. Any prospective buyer should budget for exhaust repairs, a comprehensive underbody rust assessment, and fresh front tyres to ensure roadworthiness.