2013 Toyota Auris 1.8L Hybrid electric · RE63 CWD

The 2013 Toyota Auris presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent MOT on 13 November 2025 at 72,155 miles passed, but both rear coil springs were flagged for corrosion under section 5.3.1 (b) (i). This is a notable shift from the preceding three tests between 2021 and 2023, which recorded zero defects. The trend is therefore worsening, with a new structural concern emerging in the latest inspection after a long period of clean results. The mileage accumulation is low for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 5,550 miles per year. Between the 2021 test at 61,433 miles and the 2025 test at 72,155 miles, the car covered just 10,722 miles across four years, barely 2,680 miles annually. This suggests extended periods of inactivity, which can accelerate rubber perishing and localised corrosion on steel components such as the coil springs now flagged. The mileage record itself is consistent and shows no anomalous jumps, indicating the odometer reading is likely genuine. A buyer should prioritise a close physical inspection of the rear suspension. Both nearside and offside rear coil springs showed corrosion at the most recent test, and given the car's low annual use, this may stem from moisture exposure during prolonged standing rather than high-mileage fatigue. Surface corrosion can progress to pitting and reduced spring load, affecting ride height and handling. The front suspension and subframe mounting points should also be examined for similar corrosion patterns. Beyond the suspension, check the condition of all tyre sidewalls, as the 2024 test recorded a cut on the nearside front outer tyre. Even though it did not reach the ply or cords at that time, aged rubber on a low-mileage car stored outdoors can deteriorate quickly. Inspect the underside for exhaust corrosion, brake pipe condition, and any seized or binding components that commonly affect vehicles driven infrequently. The clean MOT history between 2021 and 2023 is reassuring, but the 2025 advisories suggest the car's low-use lifestyle may now be working against its structural integrity.