TOYOTA AVENSIS2006 · 2.2L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy state following its most recent pass on September 25, 2025, though the maintenance trend is worsening. While the car passed, the tester flagged five separate severely deteriorated dust covers on the front and rear suspension ball joints. This indicates a systemic failure of rubber components across the entire chassis, suggesting that the vehicle is suffering from age-related degradation rather than wear from use. The mileage is exceptionally low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, recording 78,109 miles as of September 2025. The car averaged roughly 3,905 miles per year, with a steady increase from 65,083 miles in September 2022 to 78,109 miles in 2025. This low usage pattern often leads to the perishing of rubber seals and tyres, which is evident in the records. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking system and chassis. The September 24, 2024, test at 74,845 miles revealed serious failures including a leaking and excessively corroded offside rear brake pipe, a brake with no recorded effort at the wheel, and imbalanced rear brakes. Although these were rectified for the pass, the presence of corrosion on the rear suspension mounting areas during the same test suggests a risk of structural rust. The recurring theme of perished tyres and severely deteriorated suspension dust covers across multiple years indicates a reactive approach to maintenance. The owner consistently ignored advisories regarding ball joint covers from 2023 through 2025. A physical inspection should verify if the suspension joints have actually been replaced or if the dust covers were merely patched, as the underlying joints are likely contaminated and worn.