2005 TOYOTA ESTIMA2.4L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in November 2025 with 48,581 miles and no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement following a period of significant neglect in late 2024. While the latest test suggests a clean bill, the history indicates a pattern where the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they are flagged by a tester, rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,300 miles per year. The record shows consistent but infrequent usage, with 5,246 miles driven between October 2024 and November 2025 tests, and similar small intervals in the preceding years. This low mileage often reduces mechanical wear on the engine and gearbox but frequently increases the risk of age-related degradation. The data from 2024 specifically highlighted perishing rubber on all tyres, suggesting the vehicle sits stationary for long enough to allow the rubber to oxidize despite the low tread wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the tyres, as the 2024 test flagged all four corners for cracking and perishing, which is a common failure on low-mileage, older vehicles. The suspension system requires close attention, specifically the anti-roll bar linkage ball joints which failed in 2023; check for any torn rubber boots or excessive play in these components. Additionally, the front brake pads were noted as thin in October 2024, so the remaining life and the condition of the brake discs should be verified to ensure they have not been scored by prolonged use.