2011 Toyota Auris 1.6L Petrol · MA11 VHL
2011 Toyota Auris (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 107,077 miles. MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA AURIS
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 107,077 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MA11 VHL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/06/2026
- 107,077 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MA11 VHL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Toyota Auris (MA11 VHL) between June 2023 and June 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (15 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Steering (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 35 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”.
MA11 VHL Mileage History
- 28/06/202388,875 mi
- 19/07/202495,366 mi+6,491 mi
- 19/07/202495,366 mi
- 14/07/202599,327 mi+3,961 mi
- 25/06/2026107,077 mi+7,750 mi
Average of roughly 6,084 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota Auris Mk1
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Hybrid Inverter Failure (ZE3 Recall)Serious
The IPM (intelligent power module) inside the hybrid inverter can overheat and fail, causing warning lights, loss of drive and fail-safe limp mode on affected 2010-2012 Auris hybrids.
- EGR Valve and Cooler BlockageModerate
Carbon deposits can clog the EGR valve and cooler, particularly on diesel models, causing rough running and loss of power.
- Timing Chain Wear (1.6 Petrol)Moderate
The 1.6 VVT-i engine can develop timing chain wear from around 80,000 miles, leading to rattling on cold starts.
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