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Had another look through these (not MOT history though) and have a couple of observations.
The black Yaris I suspect is being sold by a trader claiming to be a private seller (to avoid their legal obligations) because of the way it has been pictured. Doesn't necessarily mean you should avoid it, partly because with your budget and requirements there isn't a huge amount of choice, but also because they are very reliable.
The other Yaris is an import. I did suspect this by the upholstery colour and by the absence of steering wheel controls, but it does say so quite clearly in the ad. As with the other Yaris, not necessarily a reason to avoid it but there are a couple of things to be aware of. Insurance might be a little dearer, and some parts (trim rather than mechanical, AFAIK this would be identical under the skin as the UK version) might be tricky to get. I suspect this would have a centre rear lap belt rather than 3 point, but only relevant if you are likely to have three on the rear seats. And make sure it has been undersealed because a JDM car wouldn't have from the factory (Japan doesn't use salt on their roads in winter).
The black Corsa is priced on the high side, but it does have much luxuries as a heated steering wheel (as well as front seats), which may appeal!.
The two first gen Nissan Note's are perhaps unsung heroes here, very reliable, very spacious for their size and very reliable. Both are higher spec cars with diamond cut alloys which can look tatty when the lacquer lifts, but otherwise all good.
The Kia Venga is a very similar type of car being very compact for the size, tall too, taller than many SUV's. The petrol auto is known to be on the thirsty side, especially the pre-facelift cars like the one I've linked which has a 4 speed auto (post facelift, 2014 on, got a six speed). But if the car isn't going to do a lot of miles it shouldn't be a problem, and they are also very reliable.
The Astra's?. With the n/a 1.6 and a t/c auto there should be no real concerns over reliability. Maybe not as nice to drive as a Focus, but they have a (IMO) higher quality interior and most models are pretty well specced. Decent all round cars often unfairly overlooked in favour of cars like the Focus and Golf.
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