Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Toyota Iq?

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 Iq?

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 Iq?

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 2009 Toyota Iq vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

31% 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 2009 Toyota Iq reliable?

Based on MOT data from 7,600 vehicles, the 2009 Toyota Iq has a first-time MOT pass rate of 84.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2009 Toyota Iq?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2009 Toyota Iq are: Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (60% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (45.4% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (40% 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 2009 Toyota Iq?

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 Iq (2009)

7,600 real MOT outcomes analysed • 84.9% first-time pass rate

2009 Toyota Iq

CarHunch analysed 7,600 real MOT records for the 2009 Toyota Iq. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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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.

The 2009 Toyota Iq has a decent first-time pass rate (84.9%), 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

84.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

31.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.46

Over 14.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

50k

Middle half: 36k–67k

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 15.5 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 7,600 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 7,600 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 60%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Offside Rear 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 45.4%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

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

Other issues 18.3%

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Suspension & steering 17%

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

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 2009.

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Before you buy a 2009 Toyota Iq

Based on MOT data from 7,600 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 31.2% 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 (100%)	7,597	84.9%	2.46

Colour Breakdown

Based on 19,672 Toyota Iq vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 36.5%

7,180

Black 23.6%

4,649

Silver 17%

3,336

Purple 7.5%

1,467

Red 6.7%

1,310

Blue 4.4%

862

Orange 2.2%

436

Grey 1.6%

322

Multi-colour 0.4%

Green 0.1%

Bronze 0%

Brown 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Toyota Iq 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.

50,448

typical

35,537

low mileage

67,058

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Toyota Iq vehicles fall between 35,537 and 67,058 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 35,537 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.

✓ 35,537–67,058 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Toyota Iqs sit.

⚠ Over 90,528 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 Iq — Still on the Road

Most 2009 Toyota Iqs are still being driven.

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.
* 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

14.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.46

Avg failures per vehicle

15.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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