Toyota Auris (2009)
2009 Toyota Auris
CarHunch analysed 14,831 real MOT records for the 2009 Toyota Auris. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2009 Toyota Auris matches the UK average first-time MOT pass rate of 79.9%, suggesting broadly typical reliability, but the concerning figure here is that 37.8% of vehicles in this cohort have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above the threshold that should trigger caution in a buyer. Both petrol and diesel versions perform identically, so fuel type won't be a deciding factor for longevity.
At 58,751 miles median, these Aurises show moderate mileage for their age, indicating they're neither garage queens nor high-milers. The average 3.35 failures and 22.4 advisories per vehicle suggest wear is creeping in across the board, but nothing catastrophic—before buying, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on suspension, brakes, and fluid condition, as these accumulating minor issues often precede the major ones.
What to check before buying a 2009 Toyota Auris
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 37.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (84%) | 12,484 | 79.9% | 3.44 |
| Diesel (16%) | 2,339 | 79.9% | 2.84 |
| Other (0%) | 4 | 95.7% | 0.5 |
| LPG (0%) | 2 | 74.2% | 5 |
| Electric (0%) | 1 | 86.7% | 2 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2009 Toyota Auris vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2009 Toyota Auris vehicles fall between 43,569 and 74,059 miles.
2009 Toyota Auris — Still on the Road
9,734 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 72% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2009 Toyota Auris
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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51.6%
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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48.5%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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46%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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39.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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38.2%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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35%
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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34.7%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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26%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2009. Counts include advisories and failures.
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