Toyota Yaris Tr Vvt I (2009)
2009 Toyota Yaris Tr Vvt I
CarHunch analysed 528 real MOT records for the 2009 Toyota Yaris Tr Vvt I. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2009 Yaris TR passes its MOT first time just 70% of the time, a clear 10 percentage points below the UK average, suggesting these cars need closer pre-purchase inspection than most. The fuel breakdown data is unreliable here (petrol showing 0.8% pass rate is clearly a data error), so ignore that comparison and focus on the core finding: one in three of these vehicles will fail their test.
At 75,989 miles median, these Yarises have covered typical mileage for their age, yet they're averaging 0.77 failures per vehicle—mostly suspension, exhaust, and brake wear issues common to older small cars. Before buying, budget for a pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic and expect to set aside funds for at least one significant repair within the first year of ownership.
What to check before buying a 2009 Toyota Yaris Tr Vvt I
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.
- 📄 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other (79%) | 417 | 88.4% | 0.97 |
| Petrol (21%) | 111 | 0.8% | 0.01 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2009 Toyota Yaris Tr Vvt I 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 Yaris Tr Vvt I vehicles fall between 56,441 and 95,120 miles.
2009 Toyota Yaris Tr Vvt I — Still on the Road
287 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 74% 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.
MOT History Averages
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