Toyota Auris MOT pass rate and common problems
81.2% of 207,704 Toyota Auris MOT tests pass.
At 81.2%, the Auris passes slightly less often than the average across all Toyota models (82.3%).
The Toyota Auris has a pass rate of 81.2%, a little higher than the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 89.8% at 3–6 years to 70.2% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | 89.8% | 13,990 | 65,010 miles |
| 6–10 years | 86.7% | 84,767 | 87,311 miles |
| 10–15 years | 78.6% | 72,698 | 91,882 miles |
| 15+ years | 70.2% | 36,249 | 100,981 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Toyota Auris
The most common reason the Toyota Auris fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 65.5% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 65.5% | Not working |
| Brakes | 36.6% | Excessively corroded |
| Suspension | 26.5% | Ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Tyres | 21.4% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 14.7% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 5.3% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Body, chassis, structure | 5.2% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Steering | 3.7% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 1.4% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Road Wheels | 1.1% | Fixing missing |
Buying a used Toyota Auris: what to check
These checks follow the Toyota Auris’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
The biggest drop in pass rate for the Toyota Auris comes between 10–15 years and 15+ years old, from 78.6% to 70.2%. If you are looking at one in or just past that range, read its MOT history closely.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 30,000–60,000 mi to 60,000–90,000 mi: 87.9% down to 80.8%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 65.5% of failed Toyota Auris MOTs. 28.9% of tests at 15+ years failed on lights and electrics, against 11.6% at 3–6 years.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
2. Brakes
Recorded in 36.6% of failed Toyota Auris MOTs. 21.6% of tests at 15+ years failed on brakes, against 2.7% at 3–6 years.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
3. Suspension
Recorded in 26.5% of failed Toyota Auris MOTs. 15.5% of tests at 15+ years failed on suspension, against 1.3% at 3–6 years.
Listen for knocks over bumps and speed humps, and check the car sits level. Push down on each corner: it should settle rather than keep bouncing.
4. Tyres
Recorded in 21.4% of failed Toyota Auris MOTs.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
5. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 14.7% of failed Toyota Auris MOTs. 6.5% of tests at 15+ years failed on windscreen and wipers, against 2.6% at 3–6 years.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Toyota service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Toyota models
- Toyota Yaris — 80.5% pass rate
- Toyota Aygo — 81.7% pass rate
- Toyota Prius — 88.5% pass rate
- Toyota RAV4 — 83.1% pass rate
- Toyota Corolla — 82.5% pass rate
- Toyota C-HR — 92.0% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Toyota Auris?
- 81.2% of Toyota Auris MOT tests pass, based on 207,704 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Toyota Auris?
- The most common reason the Toyota Auris fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 65.5% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- What are the common problems with the Toyota Auris?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Toyota Auris are lights and electrics; brakes; suspension. 28.9% of tests at 15+ years failed on lights and electrics, against 11.6% at 3–6 years.
- What should I check when buying a used Toyota Auris?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: lights and electrics; brakes; suspension; tyres; windscreen and wipers. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Toyota Auris's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Toyota service history guide for how to check and keep one.