2014 Toyota Auris 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · FN64 VAA

The 2014 Toyota Auris presents a stable mechanical trend, culminating in a pass at its most recent MOT on 9 September 2025 at 167,410 miles. The maintenance history shows a consistent pattern of passing inspections without any recorded defects. However, the record contains a notable anomaly just four days prior on 5 September 2025, when the vehicle failed at 167,401 miles despite the record stating no defects were recorded. This discrepancy suggests an aborted test or a dangerous defect identified during the inspection that prevented a complete assessment, requiring a retest four days later. The immediate pass on the retest indicates the issue was resolved, though the exact nature of the initial failure remains undocumented. The vehicle has covered 167,410 miles over roughly twelve years, averaging approximately 13,951 miles annually, which is high for its age. Mileage accumulation has not been uniform. Between September 2022 and September 2023, the car covered 34,747 miles, indicating a period of intense, sustained use. The following year, from September 2023 to September 2024, saw a reduction to 28,466 miles. Most strikingly, the mileage increased by only 6,948 miles in the twelve months leading up to the September 2025 tests, suggesting a significant drop in usage or a period of standing recently. Despite the clean defect history, the high mileage and the unexplained September 2025 failure warrant a thorough physical inspection. A buyer should closely examine the structural integrity of the underbody and suspension mounts, as high-mileage vehicles often suffer from deteriorated suspension bushes and corroded coil springs. The braking system demands a close check for uneven wear, binding calipers, or scored discs, especially given the mysterious four-day failure and retest. Inspect the exhaust system for corrosion and verify the condition of the drivetrain components, as prolonged high-mileage use accelerates wear on consumables and mechanical joints.