Toyota Vitz
From 5,269 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Vitzs fare better: 2019 models pass at 86.1% vs 83.1% for 2011.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and front or rear fog lamp switch inoperative or not operating in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, caused 159 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 159 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 100 |
| front or rear fog lamp switch inoperative or not operating in accordance with the requirements | 41 |
| front or rear fog lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 34 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 31 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 31 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 27 |
| a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated | 25 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 21 |
| headlamp reflector or lens slightly defective | 20 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 4.3% of Vitz failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £41.
Fuel type matters
Hybrid versions pass at 95.4% while Petrol versions pass at 88.3%, a 7 percentage point gap.
Toyota Vitz on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 189 newly registered in the past year with 1 leaving, a net gain of 188. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 575 | 55 | +49 | -1 | +48 |
| 2025 Q2 | 515 | 67 | +42 | -0 | +47 |
| 2025 Q1 | 473 | 62 | +52 | -0 | +55 |
| 2024 Q4 | 422 | 58 | +46 | -0 | +53 |
| 2024 Q3 | 371 | 56 | +69 | -9 | +60 |
| 2024 Q2 | 313 | 54 | +63 | -0 | +66 |
| 2024 Q1 | 258 | 43 | +69 | -8 | +61 |
| 2023 Q4 | 215 | 25 | +50 | -0 | +52 |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 86.1% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2018 | 97.1% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2017 | 90.5% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2014 | 91% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
5 earlier years
| 2013 | 92.2% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2012 | 88.1% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2011 | 83.1% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2010 | 85.4% | an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen |
| 2009 | 86.8% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Vitzs tested had between 32,335 and 52,149 miles on the clock.
At 41,198 median miles, the Vitz has 0.026 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Toyota models
| Toyota Yaris | 76% |
| Toyota Aygo | 78.9% |
| Toyota Prius | 82.4% |
| Toyota Auris | 76.7% |
| Toyota Rav4 | 82.8% |
Common questions
What is the Toyota Vitz MOT pass rate?
The Toyota Vitz has a 89.1% MOT pass rate based on 5,269 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Toyota Vitz?
The most common MOT failure on the Toyota Vitz is a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, which caused 159 failures. Other common issues include an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
How many Toyota Vitzs are on UK roads?
There are 575 Toyota Vitzs currently licensed on UK roads, with 55 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Toyota Vitz at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Toyota Vitz is 41,198 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 32,335 and 52,149 miles.
Buying a used Vitz?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.