2013 Toyota Avensis 2.0L Diesel · MW63 NVM

The vehicle currently holds a passing MOT certificate as of November 2025. Maintenance history shows a pattern of recurring issues rather than improvement. Specifically, the steering rack has exhibited slight free play on two separate occasions, and the offside rear inner brake pads have been flagged as wearing thin in both the failed and passing tests recorded in November 2025. These are not minor cosmetic defects but point towards ongoing mechanical wear within the steering and braking systems. The mileage of 341,513 miles on a 2013 model represents a high annual usage rate of approximately 26,270 miles per year. The record shows a relatively consistent accumulation of mileage over the last two years, with tests recorded in November 2025 and November 2024. The history suggests the vehicle has been driven regularly, but the repeated failures concerning brake pad thickness and steering play indicate a lack of proactive maintenance on critical components. A buyer should inspect the suspension components, particularly the steering rack and column universal joints, for excessive play or looseness, as this issue has been noted multiple times since 2023. The brake system requires immediate attention; the history shows nearside front outer brake pads were significantly worn in November 2023, and the offside rear inner pads are currently flagged as thin. Furthermore, the offside rear tyre sustained a cut exceeding the legal limit in November 2023, and the service brake efficiency was recorded as below requirements. The vehicle requires a thorough mechanical inspection focusing on the steering and braking systems. While the overall MOT status is currently passing, the recurring advisories regarding steering play and brake pad wear suggest that these components are nearing the end of their service life. The buyer should verify the condition of all suspension bushes and check for any signs of structural corrosion that may have been missed during the inspection of the anti-roll bar linkage.