2009 Toyota Verso 1.8L Petrol · LB59 LME

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a valid MOT certificate issued on 10 January 2026. The overall maintenance trend is stable, though the most recent test at 106,230 miles indicates emerging wear in the steering and suspension. The tester flagged severely deteriorated dust covers on both front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints and a damaged nearside front track rod end cover. While these passed as advisories, they signal the onset of joint degradation that will require attention to prevent premature failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging roughly 6,249 miles per year. Use was relatively light for several years, with only 19,000 miles added between January 2015 and December 2017. A more significant increase in usage occurred between January 2022 and January 2026, where the odometer climbed from 67,162 to 106,230 miles. This recent increase in annual mileage explains the uptick in consumable wear seen in the later records. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the braking system and front-end suspension. The record shows a recurring issue with brake discs being worn, pitted, or scored, noted in January 2021 and again in January 2025. This suggests a pattern of surface corrosion or wear that the owner has managed but not necessarily resolved with full replacements. The repeated advisories for tyres worn close to the legal limit in 2019, 2022, and 2023 imply a reactive approach to basic upkeep rather than a proactive maintenance schedule. The current state of the front suspension components requires immediate verification. Given the deterioration of the ball joint dust covers noted in the January 2026 test, the joints are now vulnerable to grit and moisture. A technician should check for play in the track rod ends and anti-roll bar links to determine if replacement is now necessary. No structural corrosion or major mechanical failures are recorded, which is positive for a vehicle of this vintage.