2009 Toyota Vellfire 3.5L Petrol · VF59 OPW

A pattern of deteriorating braking components and recurring suspension advisories characterizes the roadworthiness history of this vehicle. While it achieved a pass on 14 July 2026, this followed a failure the previous day involving dangerous brake pad wear and major faults with the offside front headlamp aim and anti-roll bar linkage dust cover. The brake pads had been flagged as wearing thin in both 2023 and 2024, indicating a prolonged period of wear before they reached a dangerous state in 2026. With 197,886 miles recorded over seventeen years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 11,640 miles per year. This usage profile is typical for its age, though the high total mileage increases the likelihood of wear across the drivetrain, steering rack, and various rubber consumables. The consistency of the annual testing suggests the vehicle has remained in active use rather than suffering from long periods of stagnation. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the rear suspension, as the nearside and offside rear sub-frame pins or bushes were recorded as worn in both 2024 and 2025. During a test drive, listen for knocks or thumps when traversing uneven surfaces or speed bumps, and feel for any instability or vague handling when cornering, which can be indicative of perished sub-frame bushings. Although the dangerous brake pad wear and the anti-roll bar linkage issue were addressed for the July 2026 pass, the history of repeated advisories for these components warrants a thorough check of the braking system's current performance. Ensure there is no excessive pedal travel or judder under heavy braking, and verify that the steering remains centered and stable, confirming the recent repairs to the front suspension linkages have fully resolved the previous defects.