1996 TOYOTA MR22.0L PETROL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance trend shows a history of significant neglect followed by reactive repairs. While the test on 12 June 2025 at 98,188 miles passed without defects, it followed a failure just one day prior due to inoperative parking brakes and low efficiency. This suggests a reactive maintenance approach rather than preventative care, particularly given the April 2024 failure which identified multiple critical faults including unsafe sub-frame modifications and significant structural corrosion on suspension mounting points. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 30-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,273 miles per year. However, there is a notable gap in records between December 2022 and April 2024, during which the car covered only 255 miles. This period of stationary use likely correlates with the deterioration of rubber components and fluid systems, such as the perishing rear tyres noted in 2022 and the subsequent leaking brake hoses and fuel pipes identified in the 2024 test. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity and rear sub-frame. The record repeatedly flags corroded inner sills, front inner artwork arches, and suspension mounting areas that significantly reduce structural strength. The 2024 failure for an unsafe welded modification on the rear sub-frame is a major concern that requires professional verification of the quality of repair. Additionally, inspect the braking system for continued leaks, as the history shows a pattern of leaking hoses and binding or failing parking brake mechanisms.