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Toyota GT86 reliability by build year

Coverage 2012-20201 named generationCoupePETROL

We've only got 586 MOT tests for Toyota GT86 models built around 2018 (7 years old). Treat these numbers as a rough guide.

At a glance

Toyota GT86 built around 2018: about average at the MOT

Toyota GT86 models built around 2018 fail their MOT about as often as similar cars the same age.

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Key figure

13% of MOT tests on Toyota GT86 models built around 2018 ended in a fail (retests included), against 13% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Toyota GT86 models built around 2018 involves the tyres.

Before you view it

What to check before viewing

The Toyota GT86's most common MOT issues, turned into things to ask about or look for.

Brake discs

High priority

Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.

Brake pads

High priority

Ask when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Brakes

Worth checking

Inspect the brakes carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

By build year

How build years differ

Fail rates have been steady over the last three years. Use the build-year guide below to separate newer build years from older ones.

Find your GT86's generation

Each card below is a different generation. Select your year and we'll highlight the match.

GT86 ZN6

ZN6 (2012-2020)

Not enough tests to rate
PETROL

13.0% fail rate, built around 2018 (7 years old)

Likely between 10.5% and 15.9%

Fails less often than the average car this age (about 1 in 6 MOTs, 16.6%)

From 586 MOT tests at this ageView details →

Not sure which one you're looking at?

Match your build year to its generation, then see the fail rates for those build years of the Toyota GT86.

See every build year for the Toyota GT86

By age

Toyota GT86 fail rate by age

This chart combines every Toyota GT86 ever sold. It's good for the big picture. For one generation, scroll up to the build-year cards.

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rate
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
4 yearsbuilt around 2021
945.3%
5 yearsbuilt around 2020
3067.2%
6 yearsbuilt around 2019
4236.9%
7 yearsbuilt around 2018
58613.0%
8 yearsbuilt around 2017
71211.9%
9 yearsbuilt around 2016
74312.3%
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
86415.6%
11 yearsbuilt around 2014
1,36015.6%
12 yearsbuilt around 2013
1,92716.6%
13 yearsbuilt around 2012
58219.6%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 13 years old.

All generations of this model

What goes wrong most often on 7-year-old Toyota GT86 models

These issues come from 7-year-old Toyota GT86 models, every generation combined.

All generations of this modelNot much data

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    14.8%
    Advisory: 117Fail: 23 (16% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Brake pads wearing thin

    8.4%
    Advisory: 56Fail: 6 (10% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    8.2%
    Advisory: 67Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    6.3%
    Advisory: 72Fail: 16 (18% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Brake binding slightly

    3.8%
    Advisory: 25Fail: 5 (17% of the times it was found)

Based on 586 MOT tests on 7-year-old Toyota GT86 models, every generation combined.

All generations of this model

Issues that often appear together

The pairs seen most often when an MOT on 7-year-old Toyota GT86 models notes problems with more than one part of the car.

Issues that often appear together on this model

All generations of this modelNot much data
  1. Brakes + Tyres33%
  2. Brakes + Windscreen & wipers18%
  3. Tyres + Windscreen & wipers18%
  4. Other + Tyres17%

Both were noted at the same test. That doesn't mean one caused the other.

Across 109 MOT tests on Toyota GT86 cars built around 2018 (7 years old) where more than one part of the car was noted.

Still registered

How many are still registered, and recalls

How many of these are still registered in the UK, and what's been recalled across the model.

How many are still registered

95%of this model's cars first registered in 2014 to 2015 were still registered 10 years later

UK average for cars first registered in 2014 to 2015: 92% · About typical

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics (VEH0124).

Recall context

2 recalls in all

Both Toyota GT86 recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 2 recalls

Top concerns

  • Due to improper valve train design inside the engine excessive stress is generated compared to the design condition
  • Power steering assistance may be lost

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

Like-for-like

Other coupes to compare

Other coupes to compare

  1. 1

    Porsche 911

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    5.3%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    1.4%
    Dangerous
    1.6%
    Still registered at 10 years
    94%

    Lower fail rate: 5.3%, against 13.0% for the Toyota GT86, both built around 2018.

    2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    2,547 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

  2. 2

    Porsche Cayman

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    5.5%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    1.3%
    Dangerous
    2.4%
    Still registered at 10 years
    93%

    Lower fail rate: 5.5%, against 13.0% for the Toyota GT86, both built around 2018.

    1,235 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

  3. 3

    Jaguar F-Type

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    8.6%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    1.9%
    Dangerous
    2.4%
    Still registered at 10 years
    95.3%

    Lower fail rate: 8.6%, against 13.0% for the Toyota GT86, both built around 2018.

    3 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    2,085 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

  4. 4

    Audi TT

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    10.4%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    1.8%
    Dangerous
    4.9%
    Still registered at 10 years
    95.5%

    Lower fail rate: 10.4%, against 13.0% for the Toyota GT86, both built around 2018.

    2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    6,783 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Built around 2018 (7 years old), the Toyota GT86 across all generations combined fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. It has the 2nd lowest fail rate of 13 Toyota models with enough MOT tests to rank, at this age. This is based on 586 7-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

These figures come from DVSA's MOT records. Across every Toyota GT86 ever sold: 7,597 tests. The main figures are for cars built around 2018 (7 years old): 586 tests. They are a guide, not a guarantee. Always inspect the car or have a mechanic check it.