2016 Toyota Auris 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · VA16 ACO

The 2016 Toyota Auris most recently passed its MOT on 30 May 2025 at 24,181 miles, and the vehicle presents a clean roadworthiness record overall. There is one anomaly in the history: the same test date of 30 May 2024 shows both a FAIL and a PASS at 22,745 miles with no defects recorded in either entry, which typically indicates a retest following minor repairs or corrections. The subsequent 2025 test passed without advisories, suggesting the matter was resolved and the maintenance trend is stable rather than deteriorating. The recorded mileage of 24,181 miles on a ten-year-old vehicle equates to roughly 2,400 miles per year, which is notably low. The annual mileage progression between tests shows consistent, modest increases of 1,300 to 1,800 miles per year, with no sudden jumps or concerning gaps. This pattern suggests the car has been used sparingly and may have spent extended periods stationary, which carries its own implications for component condition. Low-mileage vehicles of this age are prone to specific wear patterns that a visual inspection should address. Brake discs and calipers can develop surface corrosion from infrequent use, and rubber components such as suspension bushes, brake hoses, and door seals may deteriorate prematurely due to lack of flexing rather than mileage. The tyres should be checked for sidewall cracking or flat-spotting from prolonged standing, and all fluid levels should be verified for oxidation or contamination. Given the absence of recorded advisories across all five tests, there is no evidence of structural corrosion or recurring mechanical faults, but a thorough underbody inspection for moisture-related degradation remains advisable.