2015 Toyota Auris 1.2L Petrol · WF65 KDO

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive ownership style. While it passed its most recent test in August 2025 at 90,771 miles, the record reveals a persistent trend of deferred maintenance regarding braking and suspension. The condition is stable in its faults, with recurring issues like brake imbalance and corrosion appearing across multiple years, suggesting that components are only addressed when they approach the point of MOT failure. At 90,771 miles over 11 years, the Toyota Auris reflects an average usage of approximately 8,250 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK domestic car patterns. There is a notable gap in data between September 2023 and August 2024, where the vehicle covered nearly 9,500 miles in a single year. This period of higher use coincided with a failure in August 2024 due to binding rear brakes and worn pads and discs, indicating that the vehicle was driven until multiple components reached critical wear between annual inspections. A buyer must prioritize a close physical inspection of the suspension geometry, as surface corrosion on the front MacPherson struts and lower suspension arms has been flagged since at least 2022. While these are currently noted as not seriously weakened, the persistent presence of rust across all arms suggests a harsh environment or lack of underbody. The 2025 advisory regarding oil misting on the rear shock absorbers indicates the beginning of a seal failure, which will likely require replacement in the near future. The braking system requires immediate attention despite the long-term history of imbalance and binding. In 2022, 2024, and 2025, the tester consistently noted that the brakes only just met requirements, pointing to sticking calipers or uneven wear. Furthermore, the 2025 advisory regarding inner edge wear on the front tyres suggests a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that should be verified to prevent premature tyre degradation.