2014 TOYOTA AURIS1.6L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a clean MOT pass on 10 June 2026 at 75,995 miles. This result indicates that the mechanical issues identified in previous years have either been addressed or have not deteriorated. While earlier tests showed minor wear, the absence of defects in the most recent inspection suggests the current owner is maintaining the car to a functional standard. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-mileage commuter vehicle, averaging approximately 6,300 miles per year. There is a notable increase of 13,188 miles recorded between June 2025 and June 2026, which represents a period of higher usage compared to the roughly 3,600 miles driven between October 2023 and June 2024. This shift in usage suggests more frequent driving recently which can lead to accelerated degradation of rubber components and seals, though the overall figure remains well below national averages. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the rear shock absorbers, as the tester flagged oil misting in June 2024 at 50,443 miles. Although this did not cause a failure, leaking dampers oftencede total component failure and affect handling. The front brake discs showed signs of pitting and scoring in 2022, so the buyer must verify the current thickness and surface condition of the rotors and pads to ensure they have been replaced or are not thinning prematurely. The June 2025 advisory regarding both front tyres being worn close to the legal limit and on the edge suggests a history of potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. While the recent MOT passed without defects, a manual check for uneven tyre wear on the current set is necessary to ensure the geometry remains correct and not causing premature scrubbing of the rubber.