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Toyota Yaris Mk2 (XP90) (2006-2010) reliability

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Toyota Yaris Mk2 (XP90) built around 2010: about average at the MOT

Toyota Yaris Mk2 (XP90) models built around 2010 fail their MOT about as often as similar cars the same age. An independent inspection matters more than the wider numbers on cars this old.

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Key figure

28% of MOT tests on Toyota Yaris Mk2 (XP90) models built around 2010 ended in a fail (retests included), against 30% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Toyota Yaris Mk2 (XP90) models built around 2010 involves the brakes.

Toyota Yaris Mk2 (XP90)
No reliability rating: too close to call between ratings2006-2010HatchbackPETROL / DIESEL

Based on 135,225 tests of Yaris models registered 2006-2010.

About 1 in 20 Yaris Mk2 (XP90) MOTs (5.1%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2010 (15 years old), all fuels combined.

Based on 28,880 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.

About 1 in 20 Yaris Mk2 (XP90) MOTs (5.2%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2010 (15 years old).

Based on 28,880 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.

Mk2 (XP90) fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
9,36227.8%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
28,88027.7%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
30,10929.0%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
28,78531.4%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
25,84132.0%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
12,24832.6%

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 19 years old.

How the Yaris Mk2 (XP90) compares

At each age below, see how the Yaris Mk2 (XP90) holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 99,727 tests across 20 Toyota models, built around 2010 (15 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateToyota average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
9,36227.8%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
28,88027.7%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
30,10929.0%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
28,78531.4%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
25,84132.0%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
12,24832.6%

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.

What to check before viewing

The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.

Brake pipes and hoses

High priority

Look under the car for corrosion or chafing on the rigid brake pipes near the rear axle.

Tyres

Worth checking

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

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

Suspension springs

Worth checking

Check ride height is even side-to-side and look for cracked or rusted coils.

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.

Other hatchbacks to compare

Other hatchbacks, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Yaris Mk2 (XP90).

  1. 1

    Citroen Xsara

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    33%

    No clear edge over the Toyota Yaris Mk2 (XP90) on these figures.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.

    2,258 MOT tests on cars built around 2010

  2. 2

    Mini

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    28%
    Still registered at 10 years
    95.6%

    No clear edge over the Toyota Yaris Mk2 (XP90) on these figures.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate, share still registered and recalls only.

    39,063 MOT tests on cars built around 2010

  3. 3

    Fiat 500

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    31.9%

    No clear edge over the Toyota Yaris Mk2 (XP90) on these figures.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.

    2,017 MOT tests on cars built around 2010

  4. 4

    Fiat Grande Punto

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    32.7%

    No clear edge over the Toyota Yaris Mk2 (XP90) on these figures.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.

    2,979 MOT tests on cars built around 2010

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

How many are still registered

95%of all Toyota Yaris cars first registered in 2014 to 2015 were still registered 10 years later. This is the whole model, not only this generation.

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

93 recalls in all

8 of the 93 Yaris Mk2 (XP90) recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 5 Critical
  • 3 more

Top concerns

  • Risk of fire
  • Passenger side airbag may fail to deploy correctly
  • Fire may occur

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

What has gone wrong on Yaris Mk2 (XP90) cars built around 2010

The share of petrol cars that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Based on 1,824 cars.

Structural systems

Suspension
53%
Emissions
30%
Drivetrain
18%
Bodywork
6%
Steering
1%

Wear items

Lighting
53%
Brakes
44%
Tyres
40%

Rust, which the MOT calls corrosion: 40% of these cars show rust-related issues at this age.

Check the sills, subframe and brake pipes before you decide.

Fail rate by engine size, built around 2010 (15 years old)

Engine sizes across all petrol Yaris tests (not specific to Mk2 (XP90)).

Under 1.0 litre28.4%5,833 tests1.0 to 1.4 litres27.3%20,875 tests
How Yaris Mk2 (XP90) cars have aged

How Yaris Mk2 (XP90) cars have aged

How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.

0%10%20%30%1113151719Age at MOTBuilt around 2010, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 25.4% (16,555 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2010, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 24.9% (16,034 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2010, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 26.2% (15,991 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2010, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 26.4% (15,581 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2010, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 28.0% (15,284 tests, 2025 data)2010Built around 2009, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 25.5% (21,321 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2009, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 25.3% (20,464 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2009, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 26.4% (20,074 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2009, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 26.7% (19,225 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2009, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 27.6% (18,522 tests, 2025 data)2009Built around 2008, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 29.3% (22,343 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2008, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 29.2% (21,465 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2008, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 29.8% (20,539 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2008, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 30.4% (19,346 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2008, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 31.2% (17,920 tests, 2025 data)2008Built around 2007, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 30.3% (21,676 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2007, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 30.4% (20,693 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2007, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 31.1% (19,470 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2007, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 31.1% (17,907 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2007, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 31.7% (16,269 tests, 2025 data)2007Built around 2006, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 31.2% (18,206 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2006, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 31.1% (16,646 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2006, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 31.3% (15,183 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2006, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 32.2% (13,932 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2006, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 32.6% (12,248 tests, 2025 data)2006
First registered around 2010First registered around 2009First registered around 2008First registered around 2007
How each part holds up as Mk2 (XP90) cars age

How each part holds up as Mk2 (XP90) cars age

The share of petrol cars built 2005-2008 that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Rates usually rise with age, but can dip slightly as cars leave the road.

Part of the car17 years18 years19 years20 years
Suspension53%46%47%36%
Brakes44%44%48%62%
Emissions30%32%34%27%
Tyres40%45%45%47%
Lighting53%60%64%70%
Drivetrain18%17%14%7%
Bodywork6%5%6%6%
Steering1%1%1%1%
Corrosion40%39%41%31%

Based on petrol cars in the 2005-2008 build-year band, from 1,824 to 2,392 cars at each age.

Mk2 (XP90) variants compared

Yaris Mk2 (XP90) variants built around 2010

The fail rate for each Yaris Mk2 (XP90) variant, grouped by fuel. Each row counts fails per MOT test, the same way as the main fail rate chart.

Petrol

  • YARIS27.6%26,737 tests

Diesel

  • YARIS29.7%2,143 tests
All generations of this modelPlenty of data

Most common issues on Toyota Yaris models of this age

This list covers every Toyota Yaris built around 2010, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Mk2 (XP90) on its own.

Most common advisories and fails

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

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Brake pipe corroded or covered in grease

    18.9%
    Advisory: 8,382Fail: 768 (8% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

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

    17.6%
    Advisory: 6,367Fail: 641 (9% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    15.3%
    Advisory: 5,874Fail: 546 (9% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much

    14.6%
    Advisory: 5,330Fail: 796 (13% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Coil spring corroded

    13.7%
    Advisory: 3,690Fail: 1,654 (31% of the times it was found)

Based on 28,880 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2010 (15 years old), the Toyota Yaris Mk2 (XP90) (2006-2010) fails MOTs slightly less often than typical for this age. This is based on 28,880 15-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

*The build year is worked out from the date a car was first used on UK roads. For most cars this matches when it was registered, but imports may differ by a few months.

Data sourced from DVSA MOT History API. From 135,225 MOT tests on Toyota Yaris models first registered between 2006-2010. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.