2008 Toyota Auris 1.4L Petrol · SR58 KTJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding structural and suspension components. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 55,007 miles passed, it followed a failure just one day prior for worn suspension arm bushes and brakerelated issues. The persistent presence of corrosion across the subframes and integral body structure indicates that while the vehicle is not yet failing structural integrity, the age-related degradation is progressing despite the low annual mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an 18-year-old vehicle, recording only 55,007 miles which averages out to approximately 3,000 miles per year. Between September 2024 and September 2025, the car covered only 1,180 miles. This low frequency of use often correlates with the degradation of rubber components, such as the bushes and CV boots, which can dry out, crack, and perish due to time and environmental exposure rather than mechanical wear from distance. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front and rear subframes and the mounting points. The tester has consistently flagged corrosion in these areas since 2023, and the risk of deep-seated structural rust increases as the vehicle ages. Specific attention should be paid to the front suspension arm bushes, which progressed from an advisory in September 2024 to a failure-level excessive wear in September 2025. The braking system also requires scrutiny. The offside rear brake pipe has been noted as corroded or damaged for three consecutive years, and the rear brake discs were found to be pitted and scored in the latest test. Any prospective buyer should verify that these specific components have actually been replaced or treated following the September 2025 failure to ensure the braking system remains responsive and free of hazardous corrosion.