Toyota GT86 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Toyota GT86 reliable? We analysed 68,418 real MOT tests across 7,454 vehicles to find out.
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The Toyota GT86 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota GT86.
Toyota GT86 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Toyota GT86. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Toyota GT86 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Toyota GT86 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Toyota GT86 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Toyota GT86 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Toyota GT86 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Toyota GT86 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Toyota GT86 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Toyota GT86 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Toyota GT86 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota GT86 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 884 | 93.9% | 13,282 | 21,598 | 30,997 |
| 2019 | 1,669 | 92.5% | 14,365 | 22,833 | 33,941 |
| 2018 | 2,721 | 90.6% | 17,576 | 27,359 | 39,849 |
| 2017 | 4,619 | 90.5% | 20,185 | 30,950 | 45,146 |
| 2016 | 5,327 | 89.5% | 23,872 | 36,080 | 51,704 |
| 2015 | 6,864 | 88.4% | 25,523 | 39,233 | 56,954 |
| 2014 | 10,104 | 87.9% | 29,358 | 44,718 | 63,137 |
| 2013 | 19,370 | 87.2% | 31,483 | 48,384 | 68,819 |
| 2012 | 16,420 | 86.6% | 31,911 | 50,156 | 71,504 |
How Long Does a Toyota GT86 Last?
Based on 7,454 Toyota GT86 vehicles on UK roads.
Toyota GT86 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Toyota GT86 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 GT86
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.9% MOT pass rate from 884 tests
86.6% MOT pass rate from 16,420 tests
The best year to buy a used Toyota GT86 is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.9% across 884 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Toyota GT86 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota GT86 THIS CAR | 88.0% | 68,418 | 42,538 mi | 14 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 |
| Mazda MX-6 | 64.7% | 27,122 | 105,303 mi | 34 yrs |
Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota GT86 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Toyota GT86 has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.0% across 68,418 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm with 205 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
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 GT86 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 GT86 owner drives around 4,969 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 GT86 models stay on UK roads for around 14 years. 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.