I've done some research and the car has passed all its mots except for a advisory 4 yrs ago for low tyre threads
When I got the Honda jazz I rang up the previous owner, but the previous owner of the Toyota is ex-directory. shame..
Though can see the car parked outside her house on Google Earth. aaaahh the wonders on modern technology!!!!
I have rang up a Toyota dealership and there is two outstanding recalls, airbag and door switch, told my dad to get this sorted.
madasafish, your suggestion of service is a v good idea....
Thanks for all for the posts...