2015 Toyota Avensis 2.0L Diesel · FJ15 VPX

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass on 9 March 2026 at 79,257 miles. The maintenance history shows a stable trend where the vehicle consistently meets standards following an initial failure retest. While the record indicates failures in both March 2025 and March 2026, the lack of recorded defects on the passing certificates suggests minor issues were rectified immediately rather than indicating deep mechanical degradation or structural failure. The mileage profile is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. Between the February 2024 test at 67,633 miles and the March 2025 test at 73,391 miles, the car covered 5,758 miles in thirteen months. This steady usage suggests regular, light operation rather than long periods of stagnation which can lead to perished seals or brake corrosion. The 5,866 miles driven between the 2025 and 2026 tests further confirm this predictable usage pattern. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the specific components that caused the two most recent failures, as the record does not explicitly list the reasons for the initial declines. Given the age of the Toyota, these failures likely related to consumable items such as bulbs, wiper blades, or minor fluid adjustments. Focus the inspection on the suspension bushes for signs of cracking and check the underside for surface rust on the exhaust, as low mileage does not prevent age-related oxidation of rubber and metal components over a decade.