2010 Toyota Auris 1.6L Petrol · PJ10 CUW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on May 23, 2026, but the recent MOT history reveals a trend of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. While the most recent test passed, the car failed just prior due to a deteriorated offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover and a perished tyre on the nearside rear. The presence of headlamp aim issues in the failure report suggests that minor adjustments were overlooked until the inspection, though the mechanical faults were addressed immediately for the subsequent pass. At 46,985 miles over 16 years, this Auris shows exceptionally low mileage, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per year. The data indicates consistent, low-intensity usage, with only 1,142 miles recorded between May 2025 and May 2026. However, this low mileage correlates directly with age-related degradation of rubber components. The record repeatedly flags tyre cracking and perishing across the 2024 and 2026 tests, indicating the tyres are reaching the end of their structural life despite having sufficient tread depth. A buyer must physically inspect the condition of all four tyres, as the history shows a pattern of sidewall damage and age-related cracking. The suspension should be scrutinised for perished rubber in bushes and boots, as the anti-roll bar linkage has already shown a point of failure. Given the vehicle's age and low annual usage, it is also vital to check for brake corrosion on the discs and perished hoses, which often occurs on cars that sit for long periods between uses.