Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 27,460 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 10.3%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt MOT Reliability Overview
The Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt is a relatively common sight on UK roads, with 27,460 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.7% and a failure rate of 10.3%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt presents for MOT with approximately 41,391 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2023 models achieve the highest pass rate at 96.6%, while 2020 models have the lowest at 88.9%. This 7.7 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt is Tyres, affecting 8.8% of all tests. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. The second most common issue is Visibility at 5.3%. Brakes rounds out the top three at 3.7%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Best Year to Buy
Based on MOT data, 2022 models have the highest pass rate at 92.6%.
Based on 2024 MOT test results only — the most recent data available. "Built" = year of manufacture. Cars need their first MOT at 3 years old, so the newest cars shown are from ~3 years ago.
Bar chart showing pass rate by manufacture year from 2020 to 2022
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
Tracking how each manufacture year's MOT pass rate changes as the car ages. Showing 4 vintages — click year chips to highlight.
Multi-line chart showing how different Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt vintages degrade over time, from age 0 to 20 years.
Only vintages with 100+ tests in at least 3 different test years are shown. Fleet average is the UK-wide pass rate for all cars at each age.
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 8.8% | 2,418 |
| 2 | Visibility | 5.3% | 1,454 |
| 3 | Brakes | 3.7% | 1,024 |
| 4 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 2.6% | 706 |
| 5 | Non-component Advisories | 0.9% | 258 |
| 6 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.6% | 156 |
| 7 | Suspension | 0.3% | 92 |
| 8 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.2% | 66 |
| 9 | Road Wheels | 0.1% | 36 |
| 10 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.1% | 17 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 41,391 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 2.13 | 8.8% | 2,418 |
| Visibility | 1.28 | 5.3% | 1,454 |
| Brakes | 0.90 | 3.7% | 1,024 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.62 | 2.6% | 706 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.23 | 0.9% | 258 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.14 | 0.6% | 156 |
| Suspension | 0.08 | 0.3% | 92 |
| Body & Structure | 0.06 | 0.2% | 66 |
| Wheels | 0.03 | 0.1% | 36 |
| Seat Belts | 0.01 | 0.1% | 17 |
| Steering | 0.01 | 0.0% | 11 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.01 | 0.0% | 9 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt has 41,391 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 2.49% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt MOT Data
The Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt is a relatively common sight on UK roads, with 27,460 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.7% and a failure rate of 10.3%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on tyres and visibility for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt is likely to perform.
Tyres — 8.8% of failures
Tyres issues account for 8.8% of MOT failures on the Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Visibility — 5.3% of failures
Visibility issues account for 5.3% of MOT failures on the Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs: £10–300. Pre-MOT check: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable.
Brakes — 3.7% of failures
Brakes issues account for 3.7% of MOT failures on the Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt?
Based on 27,460 MOT tests in our database, the Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt has an overall pass rate of 89.7% (10.3% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt?
The top 3 reasons a Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt fails its MOT are: 1. Tyres (8.8%), 2. Visibility (5.3%), 3. Brakes (3.7%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt reliable?
With a 10.3% MOT failure rate, the Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Toyota Corolla Icon Tech Hev Cvt?
Based on failure data, focus on: Tyres (8.8%); Visibility (5.3%); Brakes (3.7%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.