2010 Toyota Avensis 1.6L Petrol · MW59 FJF

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the recent test in January 2026 at 103,719 miles passed, the tester flagged both front and rear brake discs as worn and pitted. This indicates a regression from the clean records seen in 2023 and 2024, suggesting that the braking system is now reaching the end of its service life after years of use. At 103,719 miles, the Avensis has averaged approximately 6,500 miles per year over its sixteen-year life, which is consistent with a low-use vehicle profile. The mileage accumulation is steady, with roughly 10,000 miles driven between the January 2024 and January 2025 tests. However, the failure in 2025 at 92,412 miles due to thin front pads and critically worn rear pads reveals a period where the owner may have neglected basic consumable inspections until forced to act by a failing MOT test. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the braking assembly, specifically checking the pitting on the discs noted in the latest report. If the discs are heavily scored, they will require immediate replacement alongside new pads to ensure effective stopping performance. Given the age of the vehicle and the low mileage, the inspector should also scrutinize rubber suspension bushes and brake boots for cracking, as these components often degrade through perishation rather than mechanical wear.