Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2011 Toyota Auris?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2011 Toyota Auris?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2011 Toyota Auris?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2011 Toyota Auris vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

38% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2011 Toyota Auris reliable?

Based on MOT data from 10,612 vehicles, the 2011 Toyota Auris has a first-time MOT pass rate of 80.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2011 Toyota Auris?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2011 Toyota Auris are: Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (48.9% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (39.8% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (39.8% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2011 Toyota Auris?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Toyota Auris (2011)

10,612 real MOT outcomes analysed • 80.6% first-time pass rate

2011 Toyota Auris

CarHunch analysed 10,612 real MOT records for the 2011 Toyota Auris. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2011 Toyota Auris passes its MOT slightly above the UK average at 80.6%, but the headline concern is that 37.7% of these vehicles have experienced a dangerous defect at some point—well above what you'd want to see. Petrol versions hold up best at 81.5% pass rate, while hybrid-electric models lag at 78.1%, suggesting the battery systems may introduce additional failure risk.

These Auris examples average 62,446 miles, which is reasonable for a 13-year-old car, yet they rack up nearly 20 advisories per test—indicating persistent minor wear across multiple systems. Before buying one, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on braking components, suspension geometry, and hybrid battery health (if applicable), since the high advisory count points to gradual deterioration across the board rather than isolated weak points.

The 2011 Toyota Auris has a decent first-time pass rate (80.6%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

80.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

37.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.96

Over 14.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

54k

Middle half: 39k–69k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 19.1 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 10,612 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 10,612 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 48.9%

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 39.8%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 17%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Suspension & steering 16.9%

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2011.

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Before you buy a 2011 Toyota Auris

Based on MOT data from 10,612 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 37.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (58%)	6,161	81.5%	2.77
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (18%)	1,931	78.1%	3.57
Electric (10%)	1,096	79.5%	3.17
Other (9%)	922	79.8%	3.07
Diesel (5%)	487	82%	2.28

Colour Breakdown

Based on 177,965 Toyota Auris vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 23.9%

42,543

Grey 20.3%

36,178

Silver 18.8%

33,513

White 13.8%

24,578

Black 11.9%

21,205

Red 7.9%

14,000

Bronze 3.3%

5,883

Green 0%

Gold 0%

Maroon 0%

Yellow 0%

Brown 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2011 Toyota Auris vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

53,848

typical

39,281

low mileage

69,264

high mileage

Half of all 2011 Toyota Auris vehicles fall between 39,281 and 69,264 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 39,281 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 39,281–69,264 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2011 Toyota Auriss sit.

⚠ Over 93,506 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2011 Toyota Auris — Still on the Road

Most 2011 Toyota Auriss are still being driven.

Strong survival — 8,914 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 87% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

14.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.96

Avg failures per vehicle

19.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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