Toyota Aqua MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Toyota Aqua. Check any Aqua by registration number below.

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94.4%

Avg Pass Rate

+10.9%

vs Toyota Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Toyota Aqua — MOT Reliability Overview

The Toyota Aqua has an average MOT pass rate of 94.4%, which is 10.9 percentage points above the Toyota brand average of 83.5%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Aqua is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Toyota Aqua fails its MOT are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. If you are preparing your Aqua for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Toyota Aqua, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Toyota Aqua performs at MOT across different model years.

2024

Based on 42 vehicles

95.2%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

2023

Based on 35 vehicles

94.3%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

8.7%

2019

Based on 144 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Mileage at 5yr

58k mi

2018

Based on 134 vehicles

94.0%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

8.7%

Mileage at 5yr

73k mi

2017

Based on 87 vehicles

95.4%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

6.3%

2016

Based on 186 vehicles

95.2%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.7%

Retest Rate

1.5%

2015

Based on 261 vehicles

96.6%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

3.2%

Mileage at 10yr

73k mi

2014

Based on 314 vehicles

92.7%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.4%

Retest Rate

4.6%

Mileage at 10yr

78k mi

2013

Based on 795 vehicles

95.2%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.4%

Retest Rate

5.2%

Mileage at 10yr

92k mi

2012

Based on 798 vehicles

86.2%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

17.1%

Mileage at 10yr

99k mi

0

Based on 456 vehicles

94.1%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Mileage at 5yr

57k mi

Top MOT Failures — Toyota Aqua

The most common reasons a Toyota Aqua fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.3%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

1.8%

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

1.7%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

1.5%

Front or rear fog lamp switch inoperative or not operating in accordance with the requirements

1.4%

Toyota Aqua Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

14.3%

Front Offside

14.3%

Rear Nearside

4.8%

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See detailed fault analysis for Toyota Aqua

Toyota Aqua — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Toyota Aqua MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Toyota Aqua?

The average MOT pass rate for the Toyota Aqua is 94.4% compared to the Toyota average of 83.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Toyota Aqua?

The most common MOT failures on the Toyota Aqua are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (2.3%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.8%), A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (1.7%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Toyota Aqua reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 94.4%, the Toyota Aqua is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Toyota Aqua?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Toyota Aqua?

Typical mileage for the Toyota Aqua: 57,519 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Aqua to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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