2008 TOYOTA AURIS1.4L Petrol

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a maintenance trend indicating worsening structural integrity and deferred mechanical repairs. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 101,576 miles, this followed a significant failure just one day prior. That failure revealed critical structural defects, specifically both corroded and holed rear inner axles featuring unsafe modifications. The presence of these severe issues, combined with recurring brake line corrosion, suggests the vehicle has only been maintained when forced by test failures rather than through preventative care. At 101,576 miles, this eighteen-year-old Toyota has covered relatively low mileage, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. This low usage often correlates with the degradation seen in rubber components and metalwork due to age. The record shows a gap of nearly 4,000 miles between August 2023 and July 2024, followed by another 4,600 miles in the following year. The consistent annual testing interval does not offset the evidence of perishing tyres and structural failures noted in the history. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire chassis and braking system. The history highlights a persistent pattern of corrosion across all four brake pipes and rear hoses, which were frequently masked by grease in previous tests. You should verify that the nearside front track rod end, which showed play in 2025, has been properly replaced. Furthermore, the repairs made to the rear inner axles must be scrutinised for signs of further rust or poor welding quality, as the previous failure indicated significant structural compromise. The persistent oil leak noted since 2023 requires close monitoring to ensure it has not escalated beyond a minor seep. Given the fractured offside rear coil spring in 2024 and the perishing tyres, the entire suspension and rubber assembly should be checked for fatigue cracking. The vehicle's history of unsafe modifications and structural corrosion suggests a high-risk profile for any buyer seeking long-term reliabilityworthiness.