2014 Toyota Auris 1.3L Petrol · SA64 BVR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding front suspension components. The most recent test in May 2026 at 66,193 miles flagged worn bushes on both the nearside and offside front suspension arms. This is a recurring issue previously noted in the 2025 test at 58,790 miles. While the car is passing, the persistence of these faults indicates that the wear is being allowed to progress rather than being rectified. The mileage profile is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. There is a significant gap in the records between September 2022 at 40,040 miles and May 2024 at 51,222 miles, during which over 11,000 miles were covered in twenty months. This low annual usage often leads to degradation of rubber-based components due to age, which aligns with the issues observed in the arm bushes and the pitting on brake discs recorded in 2024. A buyer must inspect the front suspension in person to determine the extent of the play in the arm bushes. The failure in May 2024 for parking brake efficiency and the scored nearside rear brake disc suggests the braking system may suffer from corrosion or inactivity due to periods of low use. Given the low mileage, the buyer should check for seized sliders on the calipers and ensure the parking brake mechanism is properly adjusted, as these are common symptoms in vehicles that are not driven frequently.