2009 Toyota Auris 1.6L Petrol · HY09 LBZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of deferred repairs regarding mechanical components. The most recent test in September 2025 at 86,727 miles resulted in a failure due to a defective headlamp, a leaking exhaust system, and worn front suspension arm bushes. While the vehicle passed immediately upon retest, the persistence of exhaust and suspension issues across multiple years suggests the previous owner only addressed faults once they caused a failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. At approximately 17 years old, the recorded 86,727 miles represent a low annual usage of roughly 5,100 miles per year. This low mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components rather than mechanical wear, which is evident in the recorded data. Between October 2023 and September 2024, the car covered only 1,650 miles, indicating long periods of inactivity that can lead to the corrosion observed on brake hoses and the hardening of bushings noted in the 2023 advisories. A prospective buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension, as both offside and nearside lower arm bushes have been flagged as worn in 2023 and 2025. These components are prone to cracking and affect steering precision and uneven tyre wear if not replaced. The braking system also requires scrutiny; the 2024 failure for low efficiency and a fluctuating rear brake, combined with 2023 warnings regarding corroded brake hose ferrule, indicates that the hydraulic lines and braking surfaces are reaching the end of their reliable life due to age-related corrosion.