Toyota Mark II Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Toyota Mark II reliable? We analysed 911 real MOT tests across 253 vehicles to find out.
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The Toyota Mark II is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include fog lamp not working, brake hose excessively deteriorated and tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Mark II.
Toyota Mark II Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Toyota Mark II. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Toyota Mark II MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Toyota Mark II to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Toyota Mark II Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Toyota Mark II fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Toyota Mark II Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Toyota Mark II models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Toyota Mark II Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Toyota Mark II owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Toyota Mark II MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Mark II year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 85 | 89.4% | 99,153 | 131,028 | 157,532 |
| 2002 | 69 | 82.6% | 98,955 | 113,630 | 162,981 |
| 2001 | 53 | 90.6% | 106,868 | 131,924 | 150,574 |
| 2000 | 69 | 89.9% | 102,187 | 123,570 | 157,694 |
| 1999 | 96 | 87.5% | 125,582 | 163,186 | 195,116 |
How Long Does a Toyota Mark II Last?
Based on 253 Toyota Mark II vehicles on UK roads.
Toyota Mark II Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Mark II 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 Mark II
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.6% MOT pass rate from 53 tests
82.6% MOT pass rate from 69 tests
The best year to buy a used Toyota Mark II is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.6% across 53 tests. The 2002 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Toyota Mark II Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Mark II THIS CAR | 86.9% | 911 | 133,762 mi | 27 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 |
| Opel Antara | 70.1% | 1,142 | 71,890 mi | 17 yrs |
Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Mark II outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Toyota Mark II has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.9% across 911 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 Mark II are fog lamp not working (6 recorded failures), brake hose excessively deteriorated (5), and tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4). 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 Mark II 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 Mark II owner drives around 4,148 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 Mark II models stay on UK roads for around 27 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.