2009 Toyota Auris 1.4L Petrol · LR59 XCC

This vehicle presents a relatively stable roadworthiness profile characterized by infrequent failures and a trend of passing tests with minimal mechanical intervention. The most recent test on 17 August 2026 resulted in a pass, though it noted items removed from the driver's view prior to the inspection. While there was a single failure in August 2025 regarding a non-functional offside rear stop lamp, the overall history shows a pattern of passing subsequent inspections without major structural or mechanical defects, suggesting the vehicle has avoided significant systemic failures in recent years. The recorded mileage of 86,488 miles over a seventeen-year lifespan indicates a low annual usage rate of approximately 5,088 miles. This pattern of low-mileage operation can mean less wear on high-friction components like brake pads and clutch assemblies, but it also suggests the vehicle may have spent extended periods stationary. Mechanically, low-mileage vehicles of this age require closer inspection of rubber components, such as suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls, which can perish or crack due to age and lack of movement rather than tread wear. Specific attention should be directed toward the exhaust system, following an advisory in August 2023 regarding corrosion on the middle and rear exhaust joints. During a test drive, listen for any changes in exhaust note, such as a deep drone, bubbling, or increased loudness, which could indicate that the previously noted corrosion has progressed into a leak. Additionally, the 2020 advisory regarding pitted or scored front inner brake discs warrants a check for pedal judder or vibrations through the steering wheel under braking, which may indicate uneven disc surfaces or sticking calipers. The history also notes a windscreen damage advisory in 2020 and a delaminating number plate in 2021, both of which are cosmetic or minor visibility issues that appear to have been resolved or managed. Given the low annual mileage, ensure that the tyres do not show signs of age-related cracking in the sidewalls despite having sufficient tread depth. When inspecting the vehicle, verify that the lighting system, specifically the rear stop lamps that caused the 2025 failure, is fully operational to ensure no recent electrical issues have recurred.