2018 Toyota Auris 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · ML18 KFE

A clean pass on 8 June 2026 caps a run of six consecutive MOT tests without a single failure or recorded defect, the only blemishes being a pair of advisories noted on that most recent examination. Across the 2021 to 2025 tests, the record is entirely free of advisories, and even the latest entry contains nothing of structural or mechanical concern. The advisory concerning cracking or perishing on the nearside front tyre is the sole component-level flag in the entire DVSA history, indicating that the underlying mechanical condition of the vehicle has remained consistent throughout its testing life. This is a track record showing stable roadworthiness with no recurring component failures, advisories on consumables such as brakes or suspension, or any escalation in severity over the test cycles. At 30,271 miles over eight years, annual mileage works out at roughly 3,784 miles per year, which sits well below the typical accumulation for a family hatchback of this age. There are no recorded gaps in the MOT history, with tests conducted annually between May 2021 and June 2026, confirming the vehicle has remained in active use throughout the period covered by the records. This low accumulation means wear-related items such as brake discs, pads, clutches, and suspension components have experienced reduced mechanical cycling. The practical effect for a prospective buyer is that consumable wear should be modest, but items prone to age-related degradation rather than mileage, such as rubber bushes, seals, drive belts, and corrosion-prone underbody components, still require direct inspection regardless of the odometer reading. The advisory noting slight damage, cracking, or perishing on the nearside front tyre should be addressed promptly by replacement prior to purchase, as perished sidewalls compromise structural integrity and grip irrespective of remaining tread depth. The second advisory, concerning a child seat fitted to the rear, prevents full inspection of the adult belt and is not a mechanical defect, but it is worth asking for the seat to be removed during viewing so the belt webbing and retraction can be examined. On a test drive, pay particular attention to the front tyres for any pulling effect under braking or steering, as sidewall perishing can sometimes be accompanied by uneven wear patterns. Listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, and check for vibration through the steering wheel which could indicate related wheel imbalance or perished tyre deformation becoming apparent at speed. Given the consistently clean record and absence of any corrosion, brake, or suspension advisories across six tests, the mechanical evidence supports a vehicle that has not exhibited flagged deterioration. Even so, the low annual mileage warrants a targeted inspection of age-sensitive items that MOT testing does not fully evaluate, including coolant and brake fluid condition, the state of the auxiliary drive belt, and any underbody corrosion around suspension mounting points and brake pipe unions. Listen for any timing chain rattle on cold start, particularly relevant for the Toyota Auris petrol engines of this era, and inspect the engine bay for oil seepage around the valve cover gasket. A thorough road test should include firm braking from around 40 mph to check for any pulling, vibration, or sponginess in the pedal, as well as a check of all warning lights on the dashboard for proper illumination and extinguishment during ignition.