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

Based on MOT data from 1,104 vehicles, the 2009 Toyota Avensis Tr D 4d has a first-time MOT pass rate of 84.2%, 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 Tr 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 Tr D 4d (2009)

1,104 real MOT outcomes analysed • 84.2% first-time pass rate

2009 Toyota Avensis Tr D 4d

CarHunch analysed 1,104 real MOT records for the 2009 Toyota Avensis Tr 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 diesel has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 33.6%, less than half the UK average of 80%, which is a serious red flag for reliability. The good news is there are no dangerous defects recorded, but the median carhunch_score of 30 confirms these are genuinely problematic cars to own.

At 139,000 miles median mileage, these vehicles are well-used for their age, and the average of 0.49 failures per test suggests structural or mechanical wear is catching up with them—most cars of this era pass first time even at higher mileage. If you're considering one, budget for prompt repairs before MOT time and expect to fail the test; a pre-purchase inspection by a diesel specialist is essential, as these cars demand more fastidious maintenance than their pass rate suggests owners typically give them.

The 2009 Toyota Avensis Tr D 4d passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (84.2%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

First-time pass

84.2%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.49

Over 3.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

139k

Middle half: 117k–167k

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 1,104 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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Before you buy a 2009 Toyota Avensis Tr D 4d

Based on MOT data from 1,104 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 (100%)	1,101	84.2%	0.49

Colour Breakdown

Based on 5,189 Toyota Avensis Tr D 4d vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 33.8%

1,754

Grey 30.4%

1,575

Black 18.5%

960

Blue 13%

674

White 2.8%

146

Red 1.5%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Toyota Avensis Tr 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.

139,138

typical

116,532

low mileage

166,721

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Toyota Avensis Tr D 4d vehicles fall between 116,532 and 166,721 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 116,532 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.

✓ 116,532–166,721 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Toyota Avensis Tr D 4ds sit.

⚠ Over 225,073 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 Tr D 4d — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 56% of 2009 Toyota Avensis Tr D 4ds are still active.

220 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 56% 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

3.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.49

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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