C1251: Motor pump non-rotation
Short answer: C1251 means “Motor pump non-rotation”. Below is what it means on each of the 3 cars we cover, with a link to the full page for each car.
C1251 on each car
| Car | Meaning on this car | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota Passo (1st gen) | Motor pump non-rotation (C1251/51) | high |
| Toyota Vitz (1st gen) | ABS pump motor locked or open | medium |
| Toyota Corolla (9th gen, E120) | ABS Pump Motor Lock (C1251/51) | high |
Symptoms
- Warning lamp per chart
Likely causes
- Motor pump non-rotation
What to check, in order
- Follow manual
Causes and checks above are the general meaning. The exact test steps and values differ by car: open your car’s page.

