The TOYOTA YARIS (1999-05) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.0 VVTI CDX is a five-door city car, built for easy driving, not speed. In the UK used-car market, it sits among superminis, offering a practical alternative to rivals such as the Ford Fiesta and Vauxhall Corsa, with a compact footprint and rear doors. Mycarcheck.com recorded 273 checks across 130 distinct VINs, a useful sample of interest in this older Yaris. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £800 and average recorded mileage of 86,000 miles; typical annual use is about 5,000 miles. Buyers should still judge each car carefully on condition and history. The 1.0-litre VVT-i engine suits town trips, commuting and new drivers who value economical motoring; five doors make school runs and passenger access easier. The CDX is a better-equipped version, while the Yaris’s airy cabin and reputation for dependable ownership helped it stand out. It’s easy to live with.