2009 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · YP59 MTU
2009 Toyota Yaris (1.3L, petrol). First registered 28 Nov 2009. Recorded mileage 48,393 miles. MOT valid until 22 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA YARIS
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,393 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YP59 MTU Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2026
- 48,393 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (30 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YP59 MTU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Toyota Yaris (YP59 MTU) between November 2012 and August 2026.
The record contains 15 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 21 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (30 issues), Suspension (16 issues), Tyres (14 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 63 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))”.
YP59 MTU Mileage History
- 03/11/20127,309 mi
- 09/11/20139,823 mi+2,514 mi
- 15/11/201413,912 mi+4,089 mi
- 29/10/201516,557 mi+2,645 mi
- 29/10/201618,953 mi+2,396 mi
- 04/11/201721,379 mi+2,426 mi
- 14/11/201822,948 mi+1,569 mi
- 13/11/201924,189 mi+1,241 mi
- 13/11/201924,189 mi
- 21/08/202025,010 mi+821 mi
- 24/08/202128,133 mi+3,123 mi
- 22/08/202230,203 mi+2,070 mi
- 17/08/202333,509 mi+3,306 mi
- 17/08/202333,509 mi
- 23/08/202436,669 mi+3,160 mi
- 23/08/202436,669 mi
- 20/08/202542,214 mi+5,545 mi
- 21/08/202648,393 mi+6,179 mi
Average of roughly 2,978 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota Yaris Mk2
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Water Pump LeakModerate
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- Rear Speed Sensor CorrosionModerate
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