2015 Toyota Avensis 2.0L Diesel · RO15 BYB

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following the test on 9 March 2026 at 155,131 miles, occurring just three months prior to today. Persistent advisories regarding the offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover appeared consecutively between March 2025 and March 2026, indicating a suspension component seal that has degraded but remains functional enough to prevent dirt ingress. The history shows a shift from critical failures in April 2024 to current pass status, suggesting previous maintenance addressed the immediate safety concerns like the binding rear service brake and structural tyre damage noted then. At 155,131 miles recorded over eleven years, this Toyota Avensis averages approximately 14,103 miles annually. This usage rate sits above the typical household average and places increased demand on high-wear components such as the drivetrain and suspension geometry. The testing frequency appears consistent with annual requirements, showing no extended gaps where mechanical degradation could go unnoticed. However, the rapid accumulation of distance since the last major failure in early 2024 implies the vehicle has been driven hard recently, requiring vigilant monitoring of fluid levels and engine health beyond standard wear items. A physical inspection should prioritize the front suspension linkage given the repeated track rod dust cover advisories. Check for play in the steering rack and ensure the rubber boots show no further cracking before moisture enters the joint. The April 2024 failure highlighted binding rear brakes and worn discs, so verify the rear calliper slides freely and measure disc thickness now that the car has covered another 22,000 miles since that repair. Finally, examine the registration plate deterioration and check all four tyres for uneven wear patterns, as the previous record indicated inner edge wear which often signals alignment issues.