2005 Toyota Previa 2.4L Petrol · D83 ART

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows a worsening maintenance trend characterized by increasing structural and mechanical degradation. While the most recent test on 31 October 2025 at 145,793 miles resulted in a pass, the inspection followed a significant failure just nine days earlier. This failure highlighted critical issues including excessive corrosion on the offside rear chassis near a body mounting sill and a severely corroded offside rear brake pipe. The transition from a failure involving structural integrity to a pass with advisories for an oil leak and tyre wear indicates that while immediate safety failures were addressed, the underlying condition of the vehicle is deteriorating. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 6,943 miles per year over its 21-year lifespan. The record shows steady usage, with the mileage increasing from 131,600 in October 2023 to 145,793 in October 2025. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, suggesting the vehicle has been in regular use. However, the recent increase in the frequency and severity of MOT failures suggests that the age of the components is now outpacing the level of preventative maintenance being performed. A prospective buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the vehicle's structural integrity. The 22 October 2025 failure specifically flagged excessive corrosion on the offside rear chassis, which is a serious concern for a vehicle of this age. The history shows a recurring pattern of issues with the offside rear brake pipe, which has been noted as corroded or covered in grease since at least October 2023. This suggests a long-standing issue with corrosion in the braking system that requires close examination to ensure the replacement parts are of sufficient quality and not merely masked. Suspension and drivetrain components also require careful scrutiny. The record shows a history of leaking shock absorbers, worn suspension arm ball joints, and corroded coil springs. The presence of an ongoing engine oil leak, noted in both the October 2024 and October 2025 tests, indicates a persistent issue that could lead to higher running costs or further mechanical complications. Finally, the repeated presence of child seats preventing full inspections of rear seatbelts suggests that previous MOT testers could not fully verify the condition of the entire interior safety system, so these should be checked manually.