2004 Toyota Verso 1.8L Petrol · BJ54 FBY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding deferred repairs. While it passed the most recent test in May 2026 at 122,174 miles, this followed a failure just two miles prior due to critical mechanical and electrical faults. The recurrence of an inoperative Engine Malfunction Indicator Lamp across both 2025 and 2026 is a significant concern, as it masks potential engine management issues that remain unaddressed by the owner. At 22 years old, the Toyota Verso shows low annual usage at 122,174 miles, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage with roughly 6,600 miles covered between March 2024 and May 2025, and another 5,700 miles in the year leading up to the 2026 test. However, the low mileage has not prevented age-related degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by persistent perishing and cracking of tyres rather than mileage-based wear. A buyer must pay close attention to the nearside front drive shaft area, as the severely deteriorated constant velocity boot has been flagged in three consecutive years since 2025. This neglect will eventually lead to grease loss and catastrophic joint failure. Furthermore, the nearside front suspension arm ball joint was noted as excessively worn in the 2026 failure; although not mentioned in the subsequent pass, a physical inspection of the steering geometry for play is essential to ensure the component was replaced. The braking system shows signs of neglect, with the parking brake only just meeting the efficiency threshold in 2025. Given the recurring issues with perished tyres and a defective exhaust mounting, the vehicle appears to have been subjected to reactive maintenance. A thorough check of the battery securing and the condition of the headlamp lenses is required, as these have been persistent defects across multiple testing cycles.