2005 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · YR05 EKX

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a successful MOT on January 28, 2026, at 100,822 miles. This result indicates an improving maintenance trend compared to previous years, as the car finally cleared the test after a period of consecutive failures. The January 2026 pass recorded no defects, suggesting that whatever issues were causing the failures in the past have been addressed and the vehicle is currently meeting the minimum safety and environmental standards. At 21 years old, the recorded mileage of 100,822 miles represents an average of approximately 4,800 miles per year. This low annual usage suggests the vehicle has endured relatively less mechanical stress than a typical aged car. However, the data shows a recent cluster of activity between October 2024 and January 2026, where the car covered only 455 miles over roughly fourteen months. This sporadic usage, combined with the low overall mileage, often indicates the vehicle has sat for long periods, which can lead to degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and fluid contamination despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection focusing on the components that likely triggered the repeated failures in 2024 and 2025. Since the records provided do not list the specific reasons for those failures, the inspector should check for structural corrosion on the sills and subframe, which are common issues on this era of Yaris. The suspension bushes should be examined for perished rubber, and the brake system should be checked for pitting or binding due to periods of inactivity. Given the recent pass, verifying the current state of the tyres and exhaust system is essential to ensure the low mileage has not resulted in neglected consumable wear.