2009 Toyota Auris 1.3L Petrol · OP02 BEC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding structural and suspension components. While it passed its most recent test on June 2026 at 69,604 miles, it failed just days prior due to a fractured offside front coil spring. The record also shows a significant decline in the braking system, with pitted and scored discs on all four wheels and a fluctuating rear service brake. This suggests that the braking hardware is reaching the end of its functional life despite the low mileage. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 69,604 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 4,100 miles per year. This low usage often correlates with the age-related degradation seen in the records rather than mechanical wear. Between June 2024 at 56,701 miles and May 2025 at 62,040 miles, the car covered only 5,339 miles, yet this period saw multiple failures related to ball joint dust covers deteriorating, indicating that rubber components are suffering from time and exposure rather than heavy use. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and subframe. The records show recurring corrosion on the central front subframe and both front suspension arms across 2025 and 2026 tests. While the tester noted these as not seriously weakened, the persistence of rust on load-bearing components requires close monitoring for structural integrity. Additionally, the parking brake requires immediate attention as it only just met the efficiency threshold, and the pitted brake discs likely require replacement to ensure consistent stopping performance.