2012 Toyota Auris 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · FH12 AEZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but shows a clear worsening trend in mechanical condition. The most recent test on 14 February 2026 at 197,011 miles recorded a significant volume of advisories, including worn front brake discs and pads, perishing rear tyres, and corroded coil springs. This represents a sharp decline in condition compared to the clean pass recorded in February 2024. The mileage is high for a 14 year old vehicle, averaging over 14,000 miles per year. Accumulation has been rapid in recent years, with the odometer climbing from 163,667 miles in June 2023 to 197,011 miles by February 2026. This high usage explains the increased wear on consumables and suspension components seen in the later records. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking system and chassis. Brake pipe corrosion has been a recurring issue since June 2019 and was flagged again in June 2023, February 2025, and February 2026. The persistence of this fault suggests a failure to permanently remediate the corrosion. The February 2026 entry also notes corrosion on the underbody and suspension components, which requires a professional assessment to ensure structural integrity. The suspension is another area of concern. The February 2025 and February 2026 tests both flagged play in the offside front ball joint and worn suspension arm bushes. These repeating advisories indicate that the vehicle is operating on aged components that have reached the end of their service life. Given the high mileage and the current list of advisories, the car requires immediate preventative maintenance to avoid imminent failure.