Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Toyota Avensis T2 D 4d?

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 2009 Toyota Avensis T2 D 4d?

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 2009 Toyota Avensis T2 D 4d?

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.

Is the 2009 Toyota Avensis T2 D 4d reliable?

Based on MOT data from 597 vehicles, the 2009 Toyota Avensis T2 D 4d has a first-time MOT pass rate of 84.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2009 Toyota Avensis T2 D 4d?

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 Avensis T2 D 4d (2009)

597 real MOT outcomes analysed • 84.1% first-time pass rate

2009 Toyota Avensis T2 D 4d

CarHunch analysed 597 real MOT records for the 2009 Toyota Avensis T2 D 4d. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2009 Avensis D-4D is a serious reliability concern: only 34.6% pass MOT first time, well below the UK average of 80%, and the median CarHunch score of 30 reflects a vehicle in decline. The good news is that dangerous defects are virtually absent, but the typical car still racks up 0.54 failures per test, pointing to recurring wear and maintenance issues rather than safety threats.

At 136,739 miles median, these cars are genuinely high-mileage for their age, and the failure pattern suggests accumulated running costs will be substantial—expect worn suspension components, exhaust work, and brake problems to be common. Before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the exhaust system and suspension geometry, and factor in a realistic repair budget rather than assuming a diesel engine's reputation for durability.

The 2009 Toyota Avensis T2 D 4d passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (84.1%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

First-time pass

84.1%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.54

Over 3.4 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

137k

Middle half: 109k–170k

For context

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

These stats describe 597 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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Based on MOT data from 597 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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 →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (99%)	594	84.1%	0.53

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,998 Toyota Avensis T2 D 4d vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 36.8%

1,103

Black 24.5%

734

Blue 16.9%

506

Grey 13.5%

406

Red 3.6%

107

White 2.5%

Green 1.2%

Gold 0.7%

Bronze 0.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Toyota Avensis T2 D 4d 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.

136,739

typical

109,089

low mileage

170,420

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Toyota Avensis T2 D 4d vehicles fall between 109,089 and 170,420 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 109,089 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.

✓ 109,089–170,420 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Toyota Avensis T2 D 4ds sit.

⚠ Over 230,067 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Toyota Avensis T2 D 4d — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 53% of 2009 Toyota Avensis T2 D 4ds are still active.

124 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 53% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* 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

3.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.54

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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