2002 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · YX02 TYY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent inspection in May 2025. The overall maintenance trend appears stable, though the history shows a period of instability in early 2025 where the car failed two consecutive tests before achieving a pass. Since no specific defects were recorded on those failed certificates, this suggests minor non-compliance issues or presentation-related failures that were rectified immediately to bring the car back into line with safety standards. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,500 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between March 2023 and March 2024, where the car covered over 13,000 miles in a single year, followed by a much slower rate of only about 8,400 miles over the following two years. This erratic usage pattern indicates the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods, which can often lead to the degradation of rubber components and fluid breakdown despite low mechanical wear. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically checking the sills and artwork arches, as low-mileage cars are prone to hidden corrosion if left unused in damp environments. Because the MOT history does not list specific mechanical failures, it is vital to inspect the brakes for seized calipers or perished hoses, which are common in cars with this usage pattern. Given the age, the condition of the tyres and suspension bushes should also be verified to ensure the low mileage has not masked age-related material fatigue.