Toyota Auris Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Toyota Auris car check
Is the Toyota Auris reliable? We analysed 2,200,162 real MOT tests across 179,856 vehicles to find out.
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The Toyota Auris is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Auris.
Toyota Auris Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Toyota Auris. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Toyota Auris MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Toyota Auris to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Toyota Auris Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Toyota Auris fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Toyota Auris Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Toyota Auris models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Toyota Auris Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Toyota Auris owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Toyota Auris MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Auris year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 7,323 | 84.9% | 28,712 | 48,709 | 83,408 |
| 2018 | 91,999 | 85.5% | 26,357 | 44,477 | 77,854 |
| 2017 | 111,362 | 85.9% | 27,730 | 45,583 | 77,118 |
| 2016 | 138,703 | 85.0% | 29,538 | 48,284 | 80,634 |
| 2015 | 175,518 | 84.8% | 33,114 | 53,428 | 86,670 |
| 2014 | 195,176 | 84.0% | 35,113 | 56,242 | 89,629 |
| 2013 | 175,663 | 84.2% | 34,590 | 54,428 | 82,168 |
| 2012 | 122,663 | 79.9% | 35,929 | 56,095 | 81,824 |
| 2011 | 152,570 | 78.9% | 36,830 | 58,595 | 84,994 |
| 2010 | 172,212 | 78.8% | 36,483 | 58,722 | 85,714 |
| 2009 | 231,491 | 78.0% | 36,833 | 59,683 | 86,628 |
| 2008 | 291,744 | 77.2% | 41,097 | 65,587 | 93,849 |
| 2007 | 323,968 | 77.9% | 40,675 | 65,962 | 94,747 |
| 2006 | 1,821 | 79.5% | 45,689 | 72,042 | 103,106 |
How Long Does a Toyota Auris Last?
Based on 179,856 Toyota Auris vehicles on UK roads.
Toyota Auris Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Auris MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Toyota Auris
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.9% MOT pass rate from 111,362 tests
77.2% MOT pass rate from 291,744 tests
The best year to buy a used Toyota Auris is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.9% across 111,362 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Toyota Auris Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Auris THIS CAR | 80.9% | 2,200,162 | 57,771 mi | 19 yrs |
| Toyota Yaris | 77.7% | 9,038,234 | 54,896 mi | 27 yrs |
| Toyota Corolla | 75.4% | 4,239,724 | 75,409 mi | 36 yrs |
| Toyota Avensis | 75% | 3,497,866 | 89,776 mi | 28 yrs |
| Jaguar X-type | 73.4% | 1,912,556 | 80,596 mi | 25 yrs |
Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Auris outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Toyota AurisShould you buy a used Toyota Auris?
The Toyota Auris has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.9% across 2,200,162 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Toyota Auris are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (13,783 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (13,597), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (9,275). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Toyota Auris with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Toyota Auris owner drives around 6,114 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Toyota Auris models stay on UK roads for around 19 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.