2007 Toyota Auris 1.6L Petrol · NV07 FTN

The Auris holds a valid MOT pass dated 22 May 2026 at 121,699 miles, yet the underlying maintenance trend is worsening for brake pipe corrosion despite prior structural repairs. On that date the tester initially failed the car at 121,694 miles for excessively corroded nearside front brake pipe alongside a rear brake pipe corroded and greased advisory. A subsequent pass the same day confirmed the nearside front pipe renewed but the rear pipe advisory remained. In the 23 May 2025 test at 113,920 miles the nearside front pipe showed only corroded and covered in grease, signalling progression to failure within twelve months. The serious offside front lower suspension arm corrosion that caused a 1 May 2024 failure at 111,415 miles has not returned, showing that defect was resolved. Recorded mileage reflects typical use for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging 6,405 miles per year against the 121,699 total. The 12 months to 23 May 2025 added just 2,497 miles from 111,423 to 113,920, indicating a spell of light running. The following year to 22 May 2026 saw 7,779 miles accrued, restoring near-average annual distance. No significant gaps appear in the test history and the annual cadence suggests the previous owners maintained statutory testing if not proactive rust treatment. Buyers should inspect all brake pipe routes in person, focusing on nearside front and rear lines where grease has repeatedly hidden corrosion. The use of grease to mask brake pipe rust implies previous owners deferred proper renewal, a pattern confirmed by the 2026 failure. Rear suspension arms and their mounting prescribed areas carry continuous corrosion advisories since May 2024; examine for metal loss, cracks, or crude weld repairs. Confirm the nearside front pipe replacement is genuine and not a temporary splice.