2003 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · YP03 AXR

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a worsening trend in structural degradation and mechanical wear. While it passed its last test in June 2023 at 85,293 miles, the record reveals persistent corrosion in nearside and offside rear suspension mounting areas. This follows a history of structural failures and recurring component issues that remained unresolved between 2021 and 2023, indicating that the structural integrity of the chassis is actively declining despite the low annual mileage. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,700 miles per year since its 2003 registration. However, the data shows a significant gap in recent testing, with no MOT recorded between June 2023 and the current date of July 2026. This three-year lapse, combined with the previous history of low use, suggests the car may have sat for extended periods, which often accelerates the corrosion seen on the brake pipes noted between 2018 and 2020. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the sills and seat belt anchor points, as the 2022 failure specifically highlighted a holed nearside sill with significantly reduced strength. The offside rear wheel bearing has been a recurring fault with noted play and noise since 2020, indicating a failing component that requires immediate attention. Furthermore, the front anti-roll bar linkage bushes have shown consistent deterioration across multiple years, suggesting the suspension rubber components are reaching the end of their functional life.