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LG59 HWU

2009 Toyota Auris

Blue Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

77,847 mi
Last recorded77,847 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Toyota Auris59,683 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 HWU
MakeToyota
ModelAuris
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 77,847 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 73,377 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 70,274 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 65,771 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2022 65,769 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 62,282 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2021 62,282 miles

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2021 62,282 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Road wheel fixing missing allround (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Macpherson strut ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 58,788 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Dec 2020 58,788 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 53,369 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 48,701 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2019 48,701 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 38,969 miles

Engine coolant level low.

Front axle service brake application uneven.

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly repaired on sidewall.

Offside wiper smearing the windscreen.

Fail 6 Jan 2018 38,969 miles

Central Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release locking device missing. (5.2.5a)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour direction indicator lamp (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine coolant level low.

Front axle service brake application uneven.

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly repaired on sidewall.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside wiper smearing the windscreen.

Pass 10 Jan 2017 30,086 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Jan 2017 30,084 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 24,394 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 22,391 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 19,357 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2013 19,357 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 15,302 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Nov 2012 15,302 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Toyota Auris?

Based on 2,200,162 MOT tests across 179,856 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,114
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
179,856
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,783
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,597
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,275
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7,890
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LG59 HWU is a 2009 Toyota Auris in Blue with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

Across all 2009 Toyota Auris models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 59,683 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Auris fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 13,783 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG59 HWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Auris typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this Toyota Auris is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LG59 HWU registered?

LG59 HWU is a 2009 Toyota Auris, first registered on 9 September 2009.

Is LG59 HWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 HWU shows 23 tests with a 60.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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