Toyota Auris

Hatchback and Touring Sports estate · 2007 to 2019

The Toyota Auris was a family hatchback that replaced the Corolla in the UK in 2007, slotting into the competitive C-segment alongside rivals like the Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra. The first generation ran until 2012, followed by a second generation from 2012 to 2018/2019, after which the Auris name was retired and replaced by the new Corolla. Bodystyles included a five-door hatchback throughout, with a practical Touring Sports estate added in 2013. Engine choices spanned conventional petrol units (1.33 and 1.6-litre), diesel (1.4 and 2.0-litre D-4D), and Toyota's hybrid system, which became increasingly popular in UK fleets and private sales thanks to low running costs. Built partly in the UK at Burnaston, the Auris offered solid practicality and Toyota's reputation for dependability, making it a common sight on British roads and a popular used buy.

Fuel and powertrain options

The Toyota Auris is sold in the UK with the following powertrain options across its current and recent model years:

Petrol Diesel Petrol hybrid

Things to check at MOT

Below are common inspection items that owners and technicians often pay attention to on the Toyota Auris. These align with standard DVSA MOT criteria. Every individual vehicle is different, and the MOT history of a specific car can be checked on gov.uk using its registration plate.

Check for play or wear in the front suspension bushes and anti-roll bar links, common on higher-mileage examples
Inspect the exhaust system and diesel particulate filter (where fitted) for corrosion or blockage warning lights
Look for corrosion around the rear wheel arches and sills, particularly on earlier pre-2012 cars
Test the operation of the hybrid battery warning lights and cooling fan on hybrid models, as these can trigger MOT advisories
Check tyre wear patterns for signs of tracking or alignment issues, which can affect the steering and suspension test

Frequently asked questions

Is the Toyota Auris a reliable used car?

The Auris has a generally strong reputation for dependability, but as with any used car, reliability depends on individual history and maintenance. It's worth checking the official DVSA MOT history for any specific vehicle to see past advisories and failures.

What replaced the Toyota Auris?

Toyota discontinued the Auris name in the UK around 2018 to 2019, replacing it with the new-generation Toyota Corolla, which reused the older nameplate for its hatchback and estate ranges.

Does the Toyota Auris need an MOT check for hybrid components?

The MOT test does include checks on visible high-voltage cabling and warning lights for hybrid systems, so it's sensible to check the DVSA MOT history for any flagged hybrid-related advisories before buying.

Are there different body styles of the Toyota Auris available on the used market?

Yes, buyers can find the standard five-door hatchback as well as the Touring Sports estate version introduced in 2013, which offers extra boot space for a similar footprint.

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