2018 Toyota Verso 1.6L Petrol · DA18 MTE

This record presents a clean bill of health. The most recent MOT, conducted on 22 May 2026 at 21,186 miles, passed with zero defects. Looking back through the entire history, the trend is remarkably stable. Every single test since 2022 has passed with no advisories or failures whatsoever. This indicates a vehicle that has been consistently maintained to a high mechanical standard, with no recurring faults or deteriorating components flagged by successive testers. The mileage accumulation tells a specific story. Covering just 21,186 miles over eight years equates to roughly 2,648 miles annually, which is exceptionally low. The intervals between tests show steady, incremental growth: 9,118 miles in May 2022, 11,627 in May 2023, 15,235 in May 2024, 19,065 in May 2025, and 21,186 in May 2026. That is a consistent year-on-year increase of approximately 2,000 to 3,800 miles, with no sudden spikes or suspicious gaps suggesting long periods of disuse or odometer irregularities. The vehicle appears to have been used for short, regular journeys rather than sitting idle for extended periods. Despite the pristine MOT record, a low-mileage vehicle of this age warrants careful physical inspection. Short trips can cause specific issues that MOTs do not always catch. The exhaust system, particularly the catalytic converter and DPF if fitted, may suffer from incomplete regeneration cycles, leading to premature clogging. Suspension bushes and coil springs can perish from age and lack of use rather than mileage, so check for perishing or cracking underneath. Brake discs and pads may exhibit surface corrosion from prolonged stationary periods, which can cause uneven wear or binding calipers even if the tester did not flag them. Tyre condition deserves close attention. With only 21,186 miles on the clock, the original factory tyres could still be present or may have been replaced with budget rubber. Inspect the sidewalls for date codes and cracking from age degradation. Underneath the vehicle, examine the subframe, brake lines, and exhaust for any signs of corrosion that low-speed urban driving might have accelerated. The Toyota Verso is a practical family vehicle, and while this history suggests diligent ownership, a pre-purchase inspection focusing on age-related deterioration rather than mileage wear remains the sensible course of action.