2017 Toyota Auris 1.8L Hybrid electric · FD17 EOX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a clear decline regarding tyre condition. While the car passed its test in March 2026 at 49,309 miles, it introduced advisories for both the nearside and offside rear tyres due to cracking and perishing. This represents a worsening state of rubber components that began appearing in the 2025 test, where all four tyres were flagged for similar deterioration issues. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with a gap of roughly 9,500 miles recorded between April 2022 and March 2023, and another 7,650 miles between 2023 and 2024. This low annual mileage suggests the mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain is likely minimal, but it explains the premature degradation of the tyres, which appear to be failing due to age and UV exposure rather than tread wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of all four tyres, as the recurring adviseories for cracking and perishing on the sidewalls and edges indicate the rubber is reaching its shelf life. Despite the lack of structural or mechanical defects recorded in the 2022 and 2024 tests, the persistent nature of the tyre faults suggests the vehicle may sit stationary for long periods. Attention should also be paid to the suspension bushings for signs of cracking, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from components drying out over time.