2018 Toyota Auris 1.8L Hybrid electric · SL68 CVJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the MOT history reveals a significant deterioration trend in suspension and braking components. The most recent test on 2025-11-25 at 51,850 miles was passed without defects, indicating that the vehicle's mechanical integrity has been maintained through this period. However, the subsequent records show a clear pattern of progressive failure. Failing on 2022-11-15 at 10,708 miles indicates that the vehicle has not undergone adequate maintenance since the 2022 test, a period of roughly two years. This gap in maintenance history suggests that the vehicle has been driven for approximately 18 months without proper suspension bushings or brake pads replacement, which is a critical risk for structural integrity. The mileage accumulation relative to its 8-year age highlights the need for a more rigorous inspection schedule. The vehicle has experienced rapid mileage growth, accumulating over 50,000 miles between the 2022-11-15 and 2025-11-25 tests. This rapid increase is consistent with the vehicle's age, as the 6,481 miles per year average is typical for a 2018 model. The test on 2024-11-26 at 40,193 miles occurred while the vehicle was still in the 2022-2023 testing window, suggesting that the vehicle has been driven for about 2 years. The gap between the 2022-11-15 and 2024-11-26 tests, which is roughly 14 months, is significant enough to warrant an immediate check, as the vehicle has not been serviced for over two years. Given the recurring faults recorded in the MOT record, a buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to verify the condition of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs. The history indicates that while the brakes have been inspected, they have not been replaced or serviced for over two years, which is a major red flag for structural issues. The wiper blades and front brake pads are also noted as worn, but the lack of replacement in the MOT record implies that these components have been neglected. A thorough visual inspection is required to assess for corrosion on the windscreen and to confirm that the suspension geometry remains within safe limits, as the vehicle has not been tested for structural integrity since the 2022-11-15 test.