2014 Toyota Yaris: petrol or diesel?
Petrol, diesel and hybrid versions go wrong in different ways, so each has its own figures from the MOTs these cars had during 2023–2025. Pick the one you’re looking at: the fuel is on the logbook and in the car’s MOT history.
Known faults on every 2014 Toyota Yaris
Reported by owners, mechanics and buying guides for this model and age. Check which engine the car has, as some apply to one engine only.
Recalls on early cars
Early cars had recalls for brake fluid leaks, power steering, rear hubs, airbags and suspension.
At the viewing: Ask a Toyota dealer to confirm all recall work was done.
- Automatic (not hybrid)
CVT automatic
The Multidrive automatic is rated as less reliable than the manual.
At the viewing: If it’s an automatic, check it drives smoothly from a standstill and at low speed.
Corrosion behind the number plate
The rear number plate trim can make the tailgate corrode.
At the viewing: Look closely around the rear number plate.
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Other years
Every year of the Toyota Yaris compared
| Year | MOT tests | Most flagged |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | – | Too new for MOT data |
| 2025 | – | Too new for MOT data |
| 2024 | – | Too new for MOT data |
| 2023 | 1,199 | Tyres 12% |
| 2022 | 22,993 | Tyres 20% |
| 2021 | 47,677 | Tyres 22% |
| 2020 | 61,611 | Tyres 21% |
| 2019 | 82,989 | Tyres 26% |
| 2018 | 82,903 | Tyres 27% |
| 2017 | 79,864 | Tyres 27% |
| 2016 | 84,554 | Tyres 28% |
| 2015 | 91,481 | Tyres 29% |
| 2013 | 86,046 | Tyres 30% |
| 2012 | 81,787 | Tyres 29% |
| 2011 | 48,171 | Suspension 30% |
| 2010 | 55,604 | Suspension 35% |
| 2009 | 73,384 | Suspension 35% |
| 2008 | 67,114 | Suspension 44% |
| 2007 | 62,625 | Suspension 43% |
| 2006 | 51,516 | Lights and electrics 47% |
| 2005 | 49,444 | Suspension 48% |
| 2004 | 40,521 | Suspension 50% |
| 2003 | 34,635 | Suspension 51% |
| 2002 | 27,079 | Suspension 54% |
| 2001 | 21,226 | Suspension 58% |
| 2000 | 10,634 | Suspension 60% |
| 1999 | 3,208 | Suspension 60% |