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LY09 YYL

2009 Toyota Vitz

Purple Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

71,286 mi
Last recorded71,286 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Toyota Vitz60,094 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY09 YYL
MakeToyota
ModelVitz
Year2009
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 71,286 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2025 51,275 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 63,035 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both inner walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Jan 2025 63,032 miles

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both inner walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 55,730 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2023 55,730 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2022 50,099 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 49,757 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the Toyota Vitz?

Based on 9,901 MOT tests across 2,540 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
4,121
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 71
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LY09 YYL is a 2009 Toyota Vitz in Purple with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2009 Toyota Vitz models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 60,094 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 Vitz fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LY09 YYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Vitz typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 17 years old, this Toyota Vitz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY09 YYL registered?

LY09 YYL is a 2009 Toyota Vitz, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is LY09 YYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY09 YYL shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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