Toyota Iq (2009)
2009 Toyota Iq
CarHunch analysed 7,600 real MOT records for the 2009 Toyota Iq. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2009 Toyota iQ passes its MOT at 84.9%, which is above the UK average of 80%, suggesting better-than-typical reliability for its age — though the concerning figure here is that 31.2% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, well above what you'd want to see. This high rate of serious faults means you should get any used example thoroughly inspected before buying.
At 50,448 miles median, these iQ's show relatively modest wear for their age, which supports their overall pass rate. The average of 2.46 failures per test and 15.5 advisories per vehicle points to minor wear items accumulating rather than catastrophic failures, so budget for routine maintenance but don't expect major structural problems — just make sure any pre-purchase inspection specifically checks for evidence of past dangerous defects or repairs.
What to check before buying a 2009 Toyota Iq
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.
- ⚠️ 31.2% 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 (100%) | 7,597 | 84.9% | 2.46 |
| Other (0%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2009 Toyota Iq 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 Iq vehicles fall between 35,537 and 67,058 miles.
2009 Toyota Iq — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 5,858 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 82% 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.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2009 Toyota Iq
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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45.4%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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40%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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38.8%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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36%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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34.3%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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34.2%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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30.2%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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29.8%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2009. Counts include advisories and failures.
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