Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Toyota Yaris Tr Vvt I?

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 Yaris Tr Vvt I?

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 Yaris Tr Vvt I?

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 Yaris Tr Vvt I reliable?

Based on MOT data from 528 vehicles, the 2009 Toyota Yaris Tr Vvt I has a first-time MOT pass rate of 88.5%, 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 Yaris Tr Vvt I?

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 Yaris Tr Vvt I (2009)

528 real MOT outcomes analysed • 88.5% first-time pass rate

2009 Toyota Yaris Tr Vvt I

CarHunch analysed 528 real MOT records for the 2009 Toyota Yaris Tr Vvt I. 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 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.

The 2009 Toyota Yaris Tr Vvt I passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (88.5% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

88.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.77

Over 5.7 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

76k

Middle half: 56k–95k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 88.5% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 528 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 528 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
Other (79%)	417	88.4%	0.97
Petrol (21%)	111	88.9%	0.01

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,153 Toyota Yaris Tr Vvt I vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 24.9%

537

Silver 20.7%

445

Grey 19.4%

417

Blue 11.6%

249

Black 11.4%

245

White 7.5%

161

Turquoise 4.6%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Toyota Yaris Tr Vvt I 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.

75,989

typical

56,441

low mileage

95,120

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Toyota Yaris Tr Vvt I vehicles fall between 56,441 and 95,120 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 56,441 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.

✓ 56,441–95,120 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Toyota Yaris Tr Vvt Is sit.

⚠ Over 128,412 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 Yaris Tr Vvt I — Still on the Road

Most 2009 Toyota Yaris Tr Vvt Is are still being driven.

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.
* 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

5.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.77

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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