2006 TOYOTA COROLLA1.4L Petrol

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 23 March 2026 at 122 226 miles, yet the test recorded several advisories including a missing nearside front mirror casing, a non‑working fog light, a loose rear exhaust heat shield, binding service brakes on both front corners, rear axle corrosion and a corroded front suspension arm. The preceding test only four days earlier had failed due to an ABS warning lamp, the same missing components and rear brake pads less than 1.5 mm thick. The alternating passes and failures, combined with persistent brake binding and corrosion, indicate an unstable maintenance trend rather than a steady improvement. Between February 2016 (71 919 miles) and March 2026 (122 226 miles) the car accumulated roughly 50 300 miles over a decade, averaging about 6 100 miles per year. The mileage records show consistent annual increments with no extended gaps; the most notable jump occurred between the March 2025 test (113 522 miles) and the March 2026 test (122 226 miles), reflecting typical annual usage. The pattern suggests regular, rather than sporadic, vehicle operation. A buyer should focus inspection efforts on the recurring fault zones highlighted in the history. Verify that the rear axle exhibits no active rust beyond the advisory classification, and that the front suspension arm bushes are secure and not severely weakened. Check brake pad thickness against the 1.5 mm minimum, test the ABS module for fault codes, and inspect the front calipers for binding. Examine the exhaust heat shield mounting, the fog light circuit and the mirror casing for proper attachment. Finally, assess the chassis and mounting areas for corrosion, as the records show repeated advisories on suspension component mountings and brake pipes. The tyre condition noted in the 2025 test—front tyres worn close to the legal limit—warrants a close visual and tread depth check. Overall, the structural integrity appears acceptable given the corrosion is documented as not seriously weakened, but the history of brake and ABS issues demands thorough verification before purchase.