2012 Toyota Avensis TR D-4D 2.0L Diesel · FH12 AEA

The vehicle shows a consistent history of passes interrupted by a significant cluster of failures recorded in early 2022. The most recent test in March 2023 at 160,718 miles passed with no recorded defects, suggesting the mechanical issues identified previously were addressed. However, as the last test is now over three years old relative to current dates, the vehicle is overdue for its annual MOT. An immediate inspection is required to verify that the structural integrity and safety components have not deteriorated since the last recorded roadworthiness check. At 160,718 miles over 14 years, the Avensis averages approximately 11,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a diesel of this age. The failure in January 2022 at 136,181 miles highlights a period of deferred maintenance regarding the front end. The tester flagged multiple perished dust covers on the anti-roll bar linkage, suspension arm ball joints, and track rod ends, alongside headlight misalignment and a failed fog lamp. The presence of an offside front tyre worn on the edge during that same test indicates potential alignment issues or uneven wear that was supposedly rectified by the February 2022 pass. While the records from 2015 to 2021 are remarkably clean, the 2022 failure reveals that rubber components in the steering and suspension geometry are prone to degradation. A buyer should specifically inspect the current state of the ball joints and suspension bushes for play or tearing, as these were previously identified as points of failure. Given the high mileage and the 24,000 miles driven since the last defect-free test, the condition of the braking system and exhaust should also be verified to ensure no new corrosion or binding issues have developed.