2008 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · YT08 ACJ

The roadworthiness of this Toyota Yaris is currently excellent, as evidenced by a clean pass on 21 March 2026 at 43,099 miles. The vehicle displays a remarkably stable maintenance trend, having secured five consecutive MOT passes without a single recorded defect or advisory since April 2022. This consistent performance indicates that the vehicle has been well-maintained and free from recurring mechanical failures or structural degradation during the last four years of testing. The recorded mileage of 43,099 over an eighteen-year lifespan averages to approximately 2,394 miles per annum, confirming a pattern of light, intermittent usage. The steady accumulation of roughly 3,000 to 4,000 miles between each annual inspection suggests the car has been kept in regular operation rather than suffering from prolonged periods of inactivity, which often leads to seized components or perished rubber seals. This low-mileage profile is consistent and lacks any concerning jumps or irregularities that might suggest odometer tampering or significant gaps in service history. While the MOT record is pristine, a prospective buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underside, specifically looking for corrosion on the subframe and sills that may not have reached a threshold for an MOT failure but could require attention in the near future. Given the low annual mileage, check the condition of the tyres for signs of sidewall cracking due to age rather than tread wear, and inspect the brake discs for surface oxidation caused by infrequent use. The lack of advisories over several years is a positive indicator, yet a hands-on assessment of the suspension bushes and exhaust hangers remains prudent to ensure that the low-mileage status has not masked the natural deterioration of rubber and metal components over nearly two decades.