Toyota Unknown Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Toyota Unknown reliable? We analysed 12,800 real MOT tests across 3,075 vehicles to find out.
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The Toyota Unknown is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Unknown.
Toyota Unknown Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Toyota Unknown. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Toyota Unknown MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Toyota Unknown to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Toyota Unknown Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Toyota Unknown models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Toyota Unknown Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Toyota Unknown owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Toyota Unknown MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Unknown year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 117 | 89.7% | 18,721 | 37,543 | 62,636 |
| 2020 | 579 | 85.0% | 51,689 | 78,639 | 111,315 |
| 2019 | 848 | 83.6% | 62,591 | 96,870 | 134,424 |
| 2018 | 1,126 | 79.6% | 62,544 | 97,937 | 131,707 |
| 2017 | 838 | 78.6% | 65,055 | 90,869 | 124,228 |
| 2016 | 1,142 | 80.4% | 61,264 | 99,577 | 135,658 |
| 2015 | 629 | 80.9% | 64,389 | 92,720 | 125,954 |
| 2014 | 289 | 84.4% | 51,553 | 73,348 | 100,860 |
| 2013 | 286 | 90.9% | 45,982 | 63,480 | 90,291 |
| 2012 | 474 | 85.2% | 63,000 | 80,797 | 112,726 |
| 2011 | 349 | 84.8% | 63,526 | 85,876 | 115,431 |
| 2010 | 659 | 81.9% | 75,401 | 94,553 | 122,686 |
| 2009 | 625 | 82.4% | 72,256 | 97,141 | 138,426 |
| 2008 | 642 | 83.0% | 78,199 | 103,768 | 130,927 |
| 2007 | 913 | 81.1% | 70,836 | 99,167 | 127,549 |
| 2006 | 616 | 79.1% | 75,632 | 104,226 | 132,897 |
| 2005 | 423 | 75.4% | 74,409 | 98,928 | 136,129 |
| 2004 | 518 | 78.6% | 82,138 | 108,024 | 136,648 |
| 2003 | 375 | 78.4% | 68,731 | 98,610 | 124,924 |
| 2002 | 207 | 76.3% | 89,654 | 112,198 | 136,242 |
How Long Does a Toyota Unknown Last?
Based on 3,075 Toyota Unknown vehicles on UK roads.
Toyota Unknown Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Unknown 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 Unknown
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.9% MOT pass rate from 286 tests
75.4% MOT pass rate from 423 tests
The best year to buy a used Toyota Unknown is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.9% across 286 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Toyota Unknown Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Unknown THIS CAR | 81.3% | 12,800 | 96,367 mi | 29 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 |
| Ferrari 458 | 94.2% | 6,615 | 7,357 mi | 16 yrs |
Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Unknown outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Toyota UnknownShould you buy a used Toyota Unknown?
The Toyota Unknown has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.3% across 12,800 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
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 Unknown 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 Unknown owner drives around 5,853 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 Unknown models stay on UK roads for around 29 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.