2007 Toyota Unknown 2.4L Petrol · SH54 DAK

The vehicle presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 30 May 2026 at 136,410 miles with zero defects recorded. That result is a marked improvement over the 2020 test profile. The only defect in the entire recorded history appeared five years ago, and its absence from subsequent tests suggests the issue was properly rectified rather than left to deteriorate. The mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable for a 2007 vehicle now approaching nineteen years of age. Annual use sits at roughly 7,179 miles per year, tracking a steady trajectory from 113,243 miles in April 2023 to 136,410 miles by May 2026. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer readings that would indicate long periods of disuse or clocking concerns. The MOT intervals themselves are annual and regular, which implies the car has been in consistent active use rather than sitting idle for extended periods. The sole advisory on record dates back to 20 April 2023, when the tester flagged rear brake pads wearing thin at 113,243 miles. That defect has not reappeared in the three subsequent annual tests, indicating the pads and likely the discs were replaced in a timely manner. No corrosion, suspension wear, exhaust deterioration, or structural defects have ever been recorded across four consecutive MOT entries. For a vehicle of this age, the absence of any rust-related advisories is notable and suggests the underbody and load-bearing areas have been kept in reasonable condition. A buyer should still conduct a physical inspection focused on the rear braking system. Even though the defect was cleared years ago, verifying the condition of the rear calipers for signs of binding, checking the disc surfaces for scoring, and confirming pad thickness remain prudent steps. The front braking system has never been flagged, but inspecting the front discs, pads, and suspension bushes for age-related wear is sensible given the vehicle is approaching two decades old. A thorough underbody inspection for corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points and inner wing seams, would round out the assessment, even though the MOT record shows no such issues to date.