2014 Toyota Auris 1.8L Hybrid electric · DS64 NDX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the most recent inspection indicates the onset of age-related wear. The September 2025 test at 58,386 miles resulted in a pass, but the tester flagged several advisories regarding tyre condition and brake pad thickness. While the vehicle passed without defects in October 2024 at 53,264 miles, the shift from a clean record to multiple advisories suggests that consumable components are now reaching the end of their service life. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2014 model, averaging approximately 4,866 miles per year. The data shows consistent, incremental usage, with the distance covered between the 2021 test at 37,445 miles and the 2025 test at 58,386 miles reflecting steady, light driving habits. This low annual mileage often correlates with less mechanical strain on the drivetrain, but the specific advisories in the latest record suggest that long periods of inactivity or low-speed driving may be contributing to rubber degradation. A prospective buyer should focus on the condition of the tyres and the braking system. The September 2025 advisory noted cracking or perishing on the offside front, offside rear, and nearside rear tyres, which is a common symptom of age-related dry rot in low-mileage vehicles. The offside front brake pads were also recorded as wearing thin. Given that the 2023 test at 47,377 miles also flagged a perishing tyre, the pattern of rubber degradation is a recurring trend that requires immediate attention. Beyond the tyres and brakes, the lack of recorded structural corrosion or suspension defects across the five-year period is a positive indicator. However, because the vehicle has been driven sparingly, an inspection of all rubber components, including suspension bushes and coolant hoses, is advisable to ensure they have not perished due to age. The current maintenance trend is transitioning from a period of negligible wear to one requiring more frequent replacement of consumable parts.