2014 Toyota Verso 1.8L Petrol · N70 RAY

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 17 July 2025 at 52,906 miles, but the advisory list has grown steadily worse each year. What began as isolated rear coil spring corrosion in 2020 has spread to all four springs by 2024, then to the brake pipes and front suspension bushes in 2025. The tester flagged binding rear brakes, worn front brake discs, and corrosion on all six brake pipe ends. This is not a stable maintenance pattern; it is a worsening one, with each annual test adding new structural and safety-related concerns. Mileage accumulation is unusually low for a 12-year-old car, averaging roughly 4,400 miles per year. The record shows consistent annual testing with no gaps, and the mileage climbs steadily from 17,165 miles in July 2017 to 52,906 miles in July 2025. This suggests careful, light use rather than long periods of standing, though the low annual mileage does not explain the progressive corrosion affecting the suspension and brake systems. A buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the brake system, focusing on the front discs, rear pads, and all brake pipe connections, given the recurring corrosion noted since 2020. The front suspension bushes and coil springs require close examination for cracking or further deterioration, as the advisories have expanded from two rear springs in 2020 to all four corners in 2025. The uneven tyre wear on the edges, present since 2020, indicates a possible tracking or alignment issue that should be investigated before replacement.