2007 Toyota Auris 1.6L Petrol · GL57 HFO

The 2026‑01‑05 MOT at 113,128 miles confirms that the 2007 Toyota Auris remains roadworthy, yet the test record shows a stable, worsening maintenance trend rather than improvement, with recurring defects in the track rod end ball joint dust covers, corroded front, rear and front‑to‑rear brake pipes, a cracked constant‑velocity joint boot, perishing tyres and an oil leak that is not excessive. Mileage has risen from 15,699 miles in 2011 to 113,128 miles in 2026, averaging about 5,954 miles per year, which is low for a 19‑year‑old vehicle; however the annual increase accelerated after 2022, climbing from 70,644 miles in January 2022 to 113,128 miles in January 2026, a rise of roughly 10,600 miles per year, indicating periods of more intensive use or reduced standing time, and a notable jump from 48,862 miles in 2020 to 58,253 miles in 2021. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the front and rear brake pipes for internal corrosion, verify the integrity of the track rod end ball joints and their dust covers, examine the constant‑velocity joint boots for cracks, and assess the structural sub‑frame and exhaust flanges for rust that could affect rigidity. Particular attention must be given to tyre wear patterns, the presence of oil leaks, and the functional operation of the rear fog lamp and indicator tell‑tail lamp, all of which have repeatedly appeared as advisory or defect items.