2014 Toyota Auris 1.6L Petrol · FD14 PYG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test on 3 December 2025 at 38,554 miles resulted in a pass following an initial failure for low offside headlamp aim. While the current status is clear, the history of failures between 2022 and 2023 suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they reach an MOT failure threshold. At 12 years old, the 38,554 recorded miles are exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,200 miles per year. A significant gap in usage exists between September 2022 (37,658 miles) and September 2023 (38,541 miles), where only 883 miles were covered in a full year. This low-frequency use often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components and brake corrosion rather than wear-and-tear, which is consistent with the recurring issues noted in the record. A buyer must pay close attention to the front suspension and braking system. The records from 2022 and 2023 show persistent deterioration of both front drive shaft CV boots and anti-roll bar linkage dust covers. Despite these being flagged across multiple years, the low mileage suggests these rubber parts may be perished or cracking due to age rather than mechanical failure. The braking system also shows a history of binding rear calipers, thin pads, and pitted discs, indicating that the vehicle is prone to corrosion during long periods of inactivity.