2019 Toyota Corolla Hev Cvt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 648 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Toyota Corolla Hev Cvt, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 95.2% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 9.3% in the 60-90k group versus 3.9% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.5% | 23 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.5% | 16 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.8% | 5 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.5% | 3 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.1% | 1 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.1% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 14 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 11 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 4 |
| 4 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 2 |
| 5 | Washers | 2 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 2 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 19.6% | 127 |
| 2 | Brakes | 7.2% | 47 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.3% | 34 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.5% | 16 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.2% | 8 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.1% | 1 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 382 | 3.9% |
| 30-60k | 205 | 4.9% |
| 60-90k | 43 | 9.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| HYBRID ELECTRIC (CLEAN) | 328 | 4.9% |
| Hybrid | 320 | 4.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 160 | 3.8% |
| 2023 | 157 | 5.7% |
| 2024 | 166 | 5.4% |
| 2025 | 162 | 4.3% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Corolla Hev Cvt
Before buying a 2019 Toyota Corolla Hev Cvt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.5% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.5% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (2.5% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (0.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Toyota Corolla Hev Cvts pass their MOT?
95.2% of the 648 2019 Toyota Corolla Hev Cvt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 4.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Toyota Corolla Hev Cvt?
Tyres, recorded in 3.5% of tests, followed by visibility (2.5%).
Does the 2019 Corolla Hev Cvt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.9% in the 0-30k band to 9.3% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 648 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.