Toyota Vitz Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Toyota Vitz reliable? We analysed 9,901 real MOT tests across 2,540 vehicles to find out.
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The Toyota Vitz is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Vitz.
Toyota Vitz Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Toyota Vitz. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Toyota Vitz MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Toyota Vitz to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Toyota Vitz Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Toyota Vitz fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Toyota Vitz Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Toyota Vitz models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Toyota Vitz Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Toyota Vitz owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Toyota Vitz MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Vitz year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 112 | 80.4% | 32,589 | 49,244 | 68,115 |
| 2020 | 150 | 81.3% | 37,904 | 48,756 | 68,085 |
| 2019 | 261 | 81.6% | 39,099 | 57,656 | 88,704 |
| 2018 | 471 | 88.1% | 39,424 | 52,620 | 73,762 |
| 2017 | 357 | 88.8% | 39,760 | 55,640 | 77,328 |
| 2016 | 139 | 87.1% | 33,022 | 51,577 | 107,440 |
| 2015 | 242 | 82.6% | 36,922 | 54,032 | 80,025 |
| 2014 | 581 | 88.8% | 34,031 | 49,800 | 67,428 |
| 2013 | 1,254 | 86.4% | 35,440 | 48,908 | 61,581 |
| 2012 | 1,709 | 83.6% | 37,529 | 50,947 | 65,377 |
| 2011 | 1,363 | 82.9% | 43,444 | 60,077 | 75,905 |
| 2010 | 514 | 80.0% | 39,774 | 60,236 | 88,688 |
| 2009 | 555 | 81.6% | 42,470 | 60,094 | 86,486 |
| 2008 | 458 | 74.2% | 51,372 | 70,951 | 99,839 |
| 2007 | 234 | 76.5% | 55,639 | 73,186 | 95,885 |
| 2006 | 94 | 83.0% | 40,624 | 69,044 | 98,524 |
| 2005 | 205 | 75.1% | 51,802 | 73,934 | 93,560 |
| 2004 | 178 | 78.1% | 65,555 | 92,604 | 117,553 |
| 2003 | 243 | 75.7% | 55,409 | 78,473 | 98,205 |
| 2002 | 74 | 73.0% | 49,350 | 57,763 | 68,009 |
How Long Does a Toyota Vitz Last?
Based on 2,540 Toyota Vitz vehicles on UK roads.
Toyota Vitz Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Vitz 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 Vitz
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.8% MOT pass rate from 581 tests
71.6% MOT pass rate from 215 tests
The best year to buy a used Toyota Vitz is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.8% across 581 tests. The 1999 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Toyota Vitz Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Vitz THIS CAR | 82.4% | 9,901 | 57,223 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 |
| Ccm Unknown | 92.8% | 3,715 | 1,690 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Vitz outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Toyota VitzShould you buy a used Toyota Vitz?
The Toyota Vitz has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.4% across 9,901 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 71 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 Vitz 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 Vitz owner drives around 4,121 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 Vitz 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.