2016 Toyota Auris 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · GP16 MEV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status with a clear improving maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 23 July 2025 at 62,935 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the owner has successfully addressed previous issues. While the history shows instances of failure in earlier years, the transition to clean reports in recent tests suggests that the mechanical and structural components currently meet the required UK safety standards. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,300 miles per annum. Between the 2023 test at 46,612 miles and the 2024 test at 54,689 miles, the car covered 8,077 miles, followed by another 8,246 miles in the subsequent year. This steady, low-mileage usage suggests regular operation, which typically results in less accelerated wear on the drivetrain and suspension components compared to high-mileage counterparts. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the underbody and braking system to verify the repairs noted in 2023 and 2024. Although the specific failure reasons are not detailed in the summary, the recurring nature of those failures often points to consumable items like light bulbs, tyre components, or minor corrosion on the exhaust. Inspect for signs of weeping on the shock absorbers and check the brake discs for pitting, as low-mileage cars can sometimes lead to surface rust or seized calipers if the vehicle sits stationary for long periods.