2021 Toyota Yaris Cross Hev Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,506 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Toyota Yaris Cross Hev Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 96.3% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 2.3% | 58 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.1% | 54 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.6% | 41 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.2% | 29 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.2% | 4 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.1% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 61 |
| 2 | Wipers | 47 |
| 3 | Shock absorbers | 42 |
| 4 | Washers | 19 |
| 5 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 12 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 4 |
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 | 16.8% | 420 |
| 2 | Other defects | 4.7% | 117 |
| 3 | Suspension | 4.6% | 116 |
| 4 | Brakes | 3.4% | 85 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.3% | 82 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.2% | 6 |
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 | 1,668 | 3.3% |
| 30-60k | 770 | 4.5% |
| 60-90k | 65 | 4.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,233 | 3.0% |
| 2025 | 1,266 | 4.5% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Yaris Cross Hev Auto
Before buying a 2021 Toyota Yaris Cross Hev Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 2.3% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (2.3% 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.
- Tyres (2.1% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.6% 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 2021 Toyota Yaris Cross Hev Autos pass their MOT?
96.3% of the 2,506 2021 Toyota Yaris Cross Hev Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 3.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Toyota Yaris Cross Hev Auto?
Visibility, recorded in 2.3% of tests, followed by tyres (2.1%).
Does the 2021 Yaris Cross Hev Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.3% in the 0-30k band to 4.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,506 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.