2016 Toyota Auris 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · FH66 FHR

The 2016 Toyota Auris presents a stable mechanical trend, culminating in a clean pass at 66,660 miles on 28 November 2025. The maintenance trajectory remains consistent, with no defects recorded in the most recent annual test. While the vehicle underwent a same-day failure and subsequent pass in both November 2023 and November 2024, the absence of recorded defects on those occasions suggests either minor administrative anomalies or trivial issues rectified immediately before the retest. The current MOT certificate remains valid until late November 2026, confirming the car meets contemporary roadworthiness standards. Accumulating roughly 6,666 miles annually over a decade, the Auris falls squarely within typical usage parameters for its age. Examining the recent chronological data reveals a steady increase in utilization. Between the November 2023 test at 52,480 miles and the November 2024 test at 59,012 miles, the vehicle covered 6,532 miles. This climbed to 7,648 miles over the following twelve months, reaching 66,660 miles by the late 2025 inspection. The mileage progression shows no alarming gaps or sudden spikes, indicating regular, consistent use rather than prolonged standing or excessive high-mileage commuting. Despite the clean MOT record, a physical inspection remains prudent given the vehicle's age and the unusual same-day failure history. A buyer should scrutinize the structural integrity of the underbody and suspension mounts, checking for corrosion that might not yet trigger a failure but could compromise long-term durability. Inspect the condition of the brake discs and pads, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from surface rust and uneven wear caused by prolonged standing. Examine the tyres for date codes and sidewall perishing, as rubber degrades with time regardless of tread depth. Verify the operation of all suspension bushes and shock absorbers, listening for clunks over low-speed bumps that could indicate early deterioration masked by a clean mechanical test result.