Toyota Proace City MOT pass rate and common problems
82.7% of 2,171 Toyota Proace City MOT tests pass.
The Proace City's pass rate of 82.7% is in line with the average across all Toyota models, at 82.3%.
The Toyota Proace City has a pass rate of 82.7%, a little higher than the national average for cars (79.2%).
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This is the average across every Toyota Proace City in the dataset. Look up your own registration for its actual MOT history, and a free place to keep its maintenance records.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 82.1% at 0–3 years versus 83.7% at 3–6 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 82.1% | 1,350 | 42,181 miles |
| 3–6 years | 83.7% | 821 | 46,441 miles |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Toyota Proace City
The most common reason the Toyota Proace City fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 50.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working on dipped beam".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 50.2% | Not working on dipped beam |
| Visibility | 35.8% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Brakes | 32.3% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Tyres | 25.1% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 5.2% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Body, chassis, structure | 3.2% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 2.2% | Retracting mechanism defective |
| Suspension | 1.6% | Has a serious fluid leak |
| Steering | 0.7% | Ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.2% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Buying a used Toyota Proace City: what to check
These checks follow the Toyota Proace City’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 0–30,000 mi to 30,000–60,000 mi: 89.0% down to 81.4%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 50.2% of failed Toyota Proace City 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. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 35.8% of failed Toyota Proace City MOTs.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
3. Brakes
Recorded in 32.3% of failed Toyota Proace City 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. Tyres
Recorded in 25.1% of failed Toyota Proace City MOTs.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
5. Exhaust, emissions and leaks
Recorded in 5.2% of failed Toyota Proace City MOTs. 1.9% of tests at 3–6 years failed on exhaust, emissions and leaks, against 1.0% at 0–3 years.
Look under the car for fresh oil or coolant, and listen for blows or rattles from the exhaust. Watch for smoke from the tailpipe when the engine starts and when you accelerate.
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.
Related Toyota models
- Toyota C-HR Orange — 93.7% pass rate
- Toyota Camry — 89.7% pass rate
- Toyota Aqua — 92.4% pass rate
- Toyota Noah — 89.3% pass rate
- Toyota Granvia — 70.9% pass rate
- Toyota Carina — 69.9% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Toyota Proace City?
- 82.7% of Toyota Proace City MOT tests pass, based on 2,171 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Toyota Proace City?
- The most common reason the Toyota Proace City fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 50.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working on dipped beam".
- What are the common problems with the Toyota Proace City?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Toyota Proace City are lights and electrics; windscreen and wipers; brakes.
- What should I check when buying a used Toyota Proace City?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: lights and electrics; windscreen and wipers; brakes; tyres; exhaust, emissions and leaks. 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 Proace City'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.