2011 Toyota 4RUNNER 4.0L Petrol · AE11 CUG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward deferred reactive repairs on aging components. While the most recent test in March 2025 at 137,995 miles passed, it revealed multiple advisories regarding perished tyres and early brake hose corrosion. This follows a departure from the clean records of 2022 and 2023, indicating that the vehicle is now entering a phase where age-related degradation of rubber and metal components is manifesting despite relatively low mileage. At 137,995 miles over 15 years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 9,200 miles per year, which is consistent with typical annual usage for a large SUV. The mileage accumulation shows steady progress, with roughly 9,600 miles driven between April 2023 and April 2024, and another 2,848 miles in the year leading up to the March 2025 test. This consistent use suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which explains the cracking and perishing of rubber components noted in the latest report. A physical inspection must prioritise the front suspension and the braking system. The April 2024 failure highlighted corrosion on both front lower suspension arms; although these passed on the retest, the presence of rust warrants a close look for deeper structural decay or thinning of the metal. The tester noted corrosion on the front brake hose ferrules in 2025, which necessitates a check for any swelling or internal degradation as these hoses can lead to hydraulic failure if not replaced. The 2025 report also flagged all four tyres as showing signs of cracking or perishing, suggesting the rubber compound has reached the end of its functional life regardless of remaining tread depth. Furthermore, the previous April 2024 failure due to an engine management malfunction light and an electronic stability control fault indicates these electrical issues were rectified, but a buyer should verify that no warning lights remain on the dashboard during engine start to ensure the underlying sensors were properly addressed rather than merely cleared.