Toyota Granvia MOT pass rate and common problems
70.9% of 1,766 Toyota Granvia MOT tests pass.
The Granvia passes 70.9% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all Toyota models (82.3%).
The Toyota Granvia passes 70.9% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate eases gradually with age, from 72.9% at 6–10 years to 69.8% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | too few tests (22) | 22 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | 72.9% | 251 | 93,553 miles |
| 10–15 years | 71.3% | 508 | 135,730 miles |
| 15+ years | 69.8% | 985 | 142,484 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Toyota Granvia
The most common reason the Toyota Granvia fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 59.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 59.3% | Not working |
| Suspension | 36.7% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Brakes | 36.1% | Excessively corroded |
| Body, chassis, structure | 32.3% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Visibility | 22.6% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 12.2% | Unable to be completed |
| Tyres | 11.9% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 9.5% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Road Wheels | 1.3% | Fixing missing |
| Steering | 0.9% | Gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
Buying a used Toyota Granvia: what to check
These checks follow the Toyota Granvia’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 30,000–60,000 mi to 60,000–90,000 mi: 81.7% down to 73.2%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 59.3% of failed Toyota Granvia MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
2. Suspension
Recorded in 36.7% of failed Toyota Granvia MOTs. 15.6% of tests at 15+ years failed on suspension, against 3.6% at 6–10 years.
Listen for knocks over bumps and speed humps, and check the car sits level. Push down on each corner: it should settle rather than keep bouncing.
3. Brakes
Recorded in 36.1% of failed Toyota Granvia MOTs.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
4. Bodywork and corrosion
Recorded in 32.3% of failed Toyota Granvia MOTs. 14.5% of tests at 15+ years failed on bodywork and corrosion, against 7.2% at 6–10 years.
Look underneath and along the sills for corrosion, especially near suspension and seat-belt mountings. Uneven panel gaps or mismatched paint can indicate accident repair.
5. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 22.6% of failed Toyota Granvia MOTs. 8.9% of tests at 15+ years failed on windscreen and wipers, against 4.4% at 6–10 years.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Toyota service history and what a service history check can tell you.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Toyota Granvia?
- 70.9% of Toyota Granvia MOT tests pass, based on 1,766 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Toyota Granvia?
- The most common reason the Toyota Granvia fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 59.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- What are the common problems with the Toyota Granvia?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Toyota Granvia are lights and electrics; suspension; brakes.
- What should I check when buying a used Toyota Granvia?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: lights and electrics; suspension; brakes; bodywork and corrosion; windscreen and wipers. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Toyota Granvia's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Toyota service history guide for how to check and keep one.