Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Toyota Gr Yaris 4WD?

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 2021 Toyota Gr Yaris 4WD?

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 2021 Toyota Gr Yaris 4WD?

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 2021 Toyota Gr Yaris 4WD reliable?

Based on MOT data from 141 vehicles, the 2021 Toyota Gr Yaris 4WD has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.7%, 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 2021 Toyota Gr Yaris 4WD?

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 Gr Yaris 4WD (2021)

141 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.7% first-time pass rate

2021 Toyota Gr Yaris 4WD

CarHunch analysed 141 real MOT records for the 2021 Toyota Gr Yaris 4WD. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Toyota GR Yaris 4WD is significantly more reliable than average, with a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.7% against the UK average of 80%—a genuine strength that suggests fewer unexpected repair bills. Only 5% of these cars have ever shown a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low and well below the threshold for concern.

At an average mileage of 18,243 km and median of 16,791 km, these cars are lightly used for their age, which explains why failures are rare (0.13 per vehicle) and advisories minimal (0.8 per vehicle). If you're shopping for one, check the full service history and verify that any advisory work has been completed, but overall this is a solid, dependable choice.

We have limited data for the 2021 Toyota Gr Yaris 4WD — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

95.7%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.13

Over 2.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

17k

Middle half: 11k–24k

For context

These stats describe 141 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 141 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 5% 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 →
📄 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 (99%)	139	95.7%	0.13

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Toyota Gr Yaris 4WD 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.

16,791

typical

11,332

low mileage

24,244

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Toyota Gr Yaris 4WD vehicles fall between 11,332 and 24,244 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 11,332 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.

✓ 11,332–24,244 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Toyota Gr Yaris 4WDs sit.

⚠ Over 32,729 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.13

Avg failures per vehicle

0.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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