2013 Toyota Verso 1.8L Petrol · FL13 VMH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding suspension and braking artwork wear. In the most recent test in October 2025 at 101,481 miles, the tester flagged pitted and scored front brake discs alongside severe deterioration of both front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust covers. While the car passed, the recurring nature of perished rubber and corroded metal suggests that maintenance is becoming reactive rather than preventative as the vehicle ages. The recorded mileage of 101,481 miles over 13 years averages to approximately 7,800 miles per annum, which is consistent with typical UK usage for a family MPV. The data shows a steady accumulation pattern, with roughly 11,500 miles covered between October 2022 and October 2023, and another 7,500 enough in the following year. There are no significant gaps in the testing history to suggest long-term storage, which often leads to seized mechanical components, though the low mileage relative to the age has not prevented the natural degradation of rubber-based parts. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension, as the anti-roll bar ball joints and track rod ends have appeared as recurring advisories between 2023 and 2025. The braking system requires attention; the history shows the rear parking brake nearing its travel limit in 2022 and only barely meeting efficiency in 2023, with the front discs showing significant surface corrosion in the latest test. The rear shock several, noted for external corrosion in 2023, should be checked for leaks that indicate imminent failure. Additionally, the history of tyres worn close to the legal limit in 2023 and 2024 indicates that previous owners often waited until components were near failure before replacing them.