2012 Toyota Avensis 1.8L Petrol · FH12 YMJ

The 2012 Toyota Avensis demonstrates a stable and currently sound roadworthiness status. The most recent MOT test on 2025-10-21 at 104,397 miles passed with zero defects recorded. While the vehicle experienced failures in September 2024 and October 2023, the subsequent retests on 2024-10-28 and 2023-10-04 both passed cleanly, indicating that any issues were resolved promptly. The maintenance trend is stable, showing no recurring mechanical or structural faults in the recorded history. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. Between the October 2024 test at 94,909 miles and the October 2025 test at 104,397 miles, the car covered 9,488 miles over a twelve-month period. This follows the previous year's trajectory, which saw 9,959 miles added between October 2023 and October 2024. The consistent annual mileage suggests regular, sustained use rather than prolonged periods of inactivity or exceptionally high wear. Although the official record flags no specific defects, a physical inspection remains essential for a fourteen-year-old vehicle. Buyers should examine the condition of consumable components such as tyre tread depth and suspension bushes, which degrade naturally over time regardless of MOT outcomes. The structural integrity of the underbody and subframes warrants close scrutiny for corrosion, a common concern for vehicles of this vintage. Checking the brake discs and calipers for uneven wear or binding, alongside verifying the exhaust system for leaks, will provide a complete picture of the car's mechanical health beyond the clean paperwork.