The TOYOTA YARIS (2005-11) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.0 VVTI 69 ION is a small, three-door petrol city car, built for easy everyday motoring rather than carrying a large family. In the UK used-car market, it sits among affordable superminis, competing with cars such as the Ford Fiesta, Nissan Micra and Honda Jazz. Its compact size makes parking and navigating busy streets straightforward. mycarcheck.com has recorded 386 look-ups for this Yaris variant, covering 189 distinct VINs, giving a useful sample of real-world interest. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £1,800 and average recorded mileage of 89,000 miles; annual mileage averages 7,000. The typical example has had around four previous keepers, so condition, history and maintenance matter more than mileage alone when comparing cars. The 1.0-litre suits city errands and commuting; modest running costs and Toyota’s dependable reputation appeal to first-time drivers and budget-conscious buyers seeking a straightforward alternative to bigger superminis.