2012 Toyota Highlander 2.5L Petrol · AD61 YBA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT history. The most recent test on July 6, 2023 at 108,575 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a minor failure just one day prior. That failure was limited to a faulty rear fog lamp, a non-mechanical issue that was rectified immediately, suggesting the owner is responsive to safety-related compliance requirements without facing deeper mechanical or structural failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical UK usage for a vehicle, averaging approximately 7,755 miles per year over its fourteen-year life. Between the July 2022 test at 101,910 miles and the July 2023 test at 108,575 miles, the vehicle covered 6,665 miles. This steady accumulation indicates regular use, which is often beneficial for maintaining seals and preventing components from seizing due to lack of movement orrelated degradation associated with long periods of standing. While the MOT record is clean of advisories, a buyer must perform a physical inspection of the high-wear components common to this model. Given the age and mileage of the Highlander, close attention should be paid to the condition of the suspension bushes and the integrity of the coil springs, as these often degrade before failing an MOT. The lack of recorded brake advisories suggests the system is currently in good condition, but a check for corrosion on the brake discs and thinning pads remains necessary to ensure no hidden wear is developing.