2014 Toyota Auris 1.8L Hybrid electric · RH02 CHR

A consistent and clean MOT record defines this 2014 Toyota Auris, with five consecutive passes from 2021 through 2025 and no failures recorded across the available testing history. The most recent examination on 15 October 2025 was a pass, though it carried advisories for both front tyres wearing close to the legal limit and balding at approximately 2mm nearside and 3mm offside, suggesting that the current set was nearing the end of its usable life at the time of test. Looking back through the history, the 2021 test also flagged all four tyres for either low tread or perishing, while 2023 recorded an advisory for the nearside rear service brake binding slightly, though not severely. Apart from these minor wear-related items, the vehicle has not attracted any structural corrosion advisories, suspension component concerns, exhaust defects, lighting failures, or braking system failures, which collectively point to a structurally sound and mechanically well-maintained example. With 79,567 miles recorded over roughly twelve years of life, this Auris has been driven at an annual average of around 6,631 miles, which is broadly typical for a car of its age and usage profile. There are no significant gaps between annual MOT tests, indicating the vehicle has remained in continuous road use rather than being laid up for extended periods, and the mileage progression between tests appears consistent with steady, moderate accumulation. This kind of usage pattern generally results in even wear across suspension, braking, and drivetrain components rather than the premature degradation often associated with very high annual mileages, though consumable items such as tyres, brake pads, and discs will still have required periodic replacement over the years. Given the advisory history, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the brake system, especially the rear nearside caliper that was flagged for binding in 2023. On a test drive, listen for any scraping, grinding, or squealing from the rear wheels which could indicate a sticking caliper or worn pads, and check whether the vehicle pulls to one side under braking, as binding rear brakes can sometimes cause uneven deceleration. With the front tyres having been at or below the legal limit at the last test, the replacements fitted since will need inspection for correct size, age, and tread depth of at least 1.6mm across the central three-quarters of the contact patch. Uneven or rapid inner-edge wear on the new set could point to suspension geometry issues, worn bushes, or tracking misalignment that may warrant further investigation. The suspension and steering should also be evaluated thoroughly during any road test, even though no advisories have been recorded in the MOT history. Listen for knocking or clonking noises from the front end when traversing speed bumps or potholes, which could indicate worn anti-roll bar links, drop links, or strut top mount bearings. Pay attention to any vagueness or looseness in the steering response, and check for uneven tyre wear across the axle once the current tyres have been examined. Finally, inspect the underbody and wheel arches for any fresh corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points and brake lines, as the Auris of this generation can begin to show surface rust in these areas with age and British weather exposure.