Toyota Gt86 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Toyota Gt86. Check any Gt86 by registration number below.

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90.4%

Avg Pass Rate

+6.9%

vs Toyota Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Toyota Gt86 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Toyota Gt86 has an average MOT pass rate of 90.4%, which is 6.9 percentage points above the Toyota brand average of 83.5%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Gt86 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Toyota Gt86 fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Gt86 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 Gt86, 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 Gt86 performs at MOT across different model years.

2020

Based on 656 vehicles

96.0%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.5%

Retest Rate

5.6%

Mileage at 3yr

28k mi

Mileage at 5yr

40k mi

2019

Based on 929 vehicles

94.9%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

4.7%

Mileage at 3yr

24k mi

Mileage at 5yr

44k mi

2018

Based on 1,253 vehicles

93.2%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

5.0%

Mileage at 5yr

47k mi

2017

Based on 1,625 vehicles

91.6%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

9.1%

Mileage at 5yr

59k mi

2016

Based on 1,652 vehicles

90.5%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

8.7%

2015

Based on 2,006 vehicles

88.5%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

13.2%

Mileage at 10yr

98k mi

2014

Based on 2,647 vehicles

89.0%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

10.4%

Mileage at 10yr

104k mi

2013

Based on 4,159 vehicles

86.5%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

14.2%

Mileage at 10yr

104k mi

2012

Based on 3,192 vehicles

84.6%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

15.3%

Mileage at 10yr

111k mi

0

Based on 7,444 vehicles

89.3%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Mileage at 5yr

53k mi

Top MOT Failures — Toyota Gt86

The most common reasons a Toyota Gt86 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

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

3.4%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.4%

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

1.0%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

1.0%

A tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative

0.9%

Toyota Gt86 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

0.6%

Rear Nearside Outer

0.3%

Front

0.3%

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92.2% pass rate

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84.6% pass rate

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95.1% pass rate

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Toyota Gt86 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Toyota Gt86 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Toyota Gt86?

The average MOT pass rate for the Toyota Gt86 is 90.4% 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 Gt86?

The most common MOT failures on the Toyota Gt86 are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (3.4%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.4%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (1.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Toyota Gt86 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 90.4%, the Toyota Gt86 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 Gt86?

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 Gt86?

Typical mileage for the Toyota Gt86: 27,719 miles at 3 years, 39,865 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Gt86 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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