2009 Toyota Auris 1.3L Petrol · FN09 TFU

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of neglect regarding specific mechanical defects. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 118,813 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure for issues that had persisted across multiple years. The recurring nature of the rear brake pipe corrosion from 2023 through 2025 suggests that the owner only addressed faults when forced by an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 118,813 miles represents an annual average of approximately 7,000 miles, which is consistent with low-intensity urban usage. However, there is a significant mileage gap between July 2023 at 85,136 miles and July 2024 at 113,141 miles. This jump of nearly 28,000 miles in a single year indicates a period of heavy use that accelerates the wear on rubber components and suspension bushings despite the low lifetime average. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system, specifically examining the rear brake pipes which were flagged for corrosion over three consecutive years. The tester noted these pipes were covered in grease or other material, a common tactic used to hide surface rust from a visual inspection. Additionally, the windscreen has carried a known damage since at least 2024, which should be checked for signs of expansion into a crack that eventually compromises structural integrity. Given the age of the Auris and the history of deferred repairs, attention should be paid to structural rust in the sills and underbody where moisture collects. Verify that the headlamp aim is now correctly adjusted following the 2025 failure and ensure the registration plate lamp is fully functional. The pattern of a reactive ownership style suggests that other hidden mechanical issues like suspension wear or exhaust leaks may exist without having been flagged by the tester.