Used car guide

2017 Toyota Auris: 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.

Petrol 84% pass first time (all 2017 cars: 80%) Stands out: shock absorbers 2.2×, brake lights 2.8× 7,971 MOTsSee the petrol guide › Diesel 78% pass first time (all 2017 cars: 80%) Stands out: shock absorbers 2.9×, suspension arm bushes and joints 2.5×, braking performance 2.7× 1,173 MOTsSee the diesel guide › Hybrid 80% pass first time (all 2017 cars: 80%) Stands out: brake lights 4.6×, shock absorbers 2×, number plate lights 2.6× 33,214 MOTsSee the hybrid guide ›

Known faults on every 2017 Toyota Auris

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.

  • Water in the boot

    All engines

    Failed seals on the rear lights and tailgate can let water into the boot and mist up the windows.

    At the viewing: Lift the boot floor and feel the carpet for damp.

    Source: Auto Express: used Toyota Auris review

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Other years

Every year of the Toyota Auris compared

YearMOT testsMost flagged
20193,694Tyres 24%
201841,137Tyres 24%
201647,048Tyres 25%
201552,043Tyres 25%
201450,746Tyres 27%
201341,166Tyres 27%
201225,104Brakes 37%
201128,047Brakes 40%
201028,528Brakes 42%
200932,234Brakes 47%
200833,710Brakes 50%
200731,593Brakes 49%
2006158Suspension 42%