The 2005-2011 Yaris 1.33 is one of the safest cheap supermini buys going, but water pumps, clutches, rear bearings and rust all show up at this age. Here is what to look for and what each fix really costs.
A high number of previous owners isn't automatically bad news — but it does need explaining. Here's how to read the V5C, spot the warning signs, and know what it should do to the price.
Private sales can save you real money, but they come with no legal safety net. Here are the warning signs that separate a genuine owner from someone who wants your deposit and nothing else.
You'll learn more about a used car in 20 minutes behind the wheel than in an hour of tyre-kicking. Here's exactly what to check, what to listen for, and when to walk away.
A tidy row of stamps can hide years of neglect. Here's how to read dates, mileages and invoices the way a mechanic does, so you know exactly what you're buying.