2018 Toyota Auris 1.2L Petrol · WM67 XAC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent MOT test in January 2026 at 68,754 miles resulted in an initial failure due to a non-functional stop lamp and a damaged offside rear tyre. While these issues were rectified to secure a pass, the recurring presence of deteriorated registration plates and tyre wear suggests the owner often overlooks minor consumable defects until they fail an official inspection. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,600 miles per annum. Between January 2023 at 28,920 miles and January 2025 at 59,085 miles, the car covered over 30,000 miles, showing a higher but typical usage profile. The subsequent 9,669 miles recorded until the January 2026 test maintains this steady driving habit, which generally prevents excessive mechanical stress on rubber components compared to high-mileage examples. A buyer should pay close attention to the braking and suspension systems during a physical inspection. The 2023 test flagged play in both front anti-roll bar linkages, and the 2024 record noted pitted and scored brake discs across all corners. While these components were not marked as immediate failures, the persistent corrosion on the discs suggests long periods of sitting or lack of thorough cleaning. Additionally, the advisories regarding uneven tyre wear in 2025 and the cracking on the inner offside tyre in 2026 indicate a need to check the wheel alignment and ensure the suspension bushings are not prematurely worn.