1990 TOYOTA PREVIA2.4L PETROL

The most recent MOT, conducted on 10 May 2023 at 120,476 miles, passed with only minor advisories: slight play in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint, slight play in the nearside front wheel bearing, and a deteriorated front registration plate. This outcome indicates a broadly stable mechanical condition at that time, with no serious structural or safety-critical failures recorded in the final test. The maintenance trend across the full history shows a pattern of recurring minor wear items rather than escalating systemic defects, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in reasonable running order despite its age. The mileage record reveals a notable anomaly. Between the 2013 test at 120,476 miles and the present date of 18 June 2026, the recorded mileage has not increased at all, meaning the vehicle has covered zero miles in over three years. Prior to that, the annual average was approximately 3,347 miles per year, which is low for a vehicle of this age. The complete mileage stagnation since May 2023 raises the possibility of long-term storage, a seized odometer, or the vehicle having been taken off the road. Extended standing can cause its own problems, including flat-spotted tyres, seized brake calipers, dried-out rubber bushes, and fuel system degradation. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and steering components. The 2011 tests flagged play in both nearside and offside lower suspension ball joints and track rod end ball joints, and the 2013 test noted play in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage and wheel bearing. These are wear-prone items on a vehicle of this age and type, and the advisories suggest the front end has been a persistent area of attention. Inspect all ball joints, track rod ends, and wheel bearings for excessive play, and check the anti-roll bar links and bushes for deterioration. The braking system also warrants a thorough check. The 2012 failure identified a defective brake load sensing valve linkage and a corroded rear brake pipe, while the 2011 test also noted slight corrosion on a rear brake pipe. Although these were addressed for subsequent passes, corrosion in brake lines can recur, particularly on a vehicle that may have stood unused. Inspect all rigid brake pipes and flexible hoses for corrosion, chafing, and perishing, and verify that the load sensing valve operates correctly. Given the vehicle has not moved since May 2023, a full brake function test and underbody inspection for structural corrosion should be considered essential before any purchase.