Toyota Previa MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Toyota Previa. Check any Previa by registration number below.

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70.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-12.9%

vs Toyota Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Toyota Previa — MOT Reliability Overview

The Toyota Previa has an average MOT pass rate of 70.6%, which is 12.9 percentage points below the Toyota brand average of 83.5%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Previa on the road.

The most common reasons a Toyota Previa fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. If you are preparing your Previa for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Toyota Previa, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Toyota Previa performs at MOT across different model years.

2017

Based on 32 vehicles

78.1%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Retest Rate

5.6%

2016

Based on 93 vehicles

71.0%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

20.7%

2015

Based on 115 vehicles

81.7%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

24.2%

2014

Based on 163 vehicles

87.7%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

6.7%

Mileage at 10yr

106k mi

2013

Based on 208 vehicles

83.2%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

8.5%

Mileage at 10yr

107k mi

2012

Based on 139 vehicles

77.0%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

4.6%

Retest Rate

16.1%

Mileage at 10yr

200k mi

2011

Based on 96 vehicles

64.6%Below Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.6%

Retest Rate

39.7%

2010

Based on 112 vehicles

65.2%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

13.4%

Retest Rate

22.4%

2009

Based on 75 vehicles

74.7%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

13.6%

2008

Based on 91 vehicles

80.2%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

12.7%

2007

Based on 96 vehicles

68.8%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

11.5%

Retest Rate

17.3%

2006

Based on 1,360 vehicles

68.3%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.1%

Retest Rate

27.3%

2005

Based on 1,679 vehicles

66.9%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.5%

Retest Rate

29.2%

2004

Based on 1,810 vehicles

64.8%Below Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

9.7%

Retest Rate

29.9%

2003

Based on 1,571 vehicles

62.2%Below Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

9.9%

Retest Rate

31.1%

2002

Based on 1,147 vehicles

64.7%Below Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.3%

Retest Rate

27.6%

2001

Based on 1,127 vehicles

61.0%Below Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

12.4%

Retest Rate

33.3%

2000

Based on 478 vehicles

62.8%Below Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

10.4%

Retest Rate

29.0%

1999

Based on 269 vehicles

69.1%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

14.4%

1998

Based on 341 vehicles

67.4%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

19.0%

1997

Based on 343 vehicles

64.4%Below Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

31.5%

1996

Based on 346 vehicles

67.1%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

21.6%

1995

Based on 255 vehicles

58.4%Below Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

24.4%

1994

Based on 125 vehicles

71.2%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

13.3%

1993

Based on 149 vehicles

69.8%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

26.7%

1992

Based on 62 vehicles

72.6%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

19.6%

1991

Based on 75 vehicles

82.7%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

0

Based on 6,747 vehicles

72.3%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Mileage at 5yr

140k mi

Top MOT Failures — Toyota Previa

The most common reasons a Toyota Previa fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

5.5%

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

5.4%

Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

5.2%

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

4.8%

A wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud

4.7%

Toyota Previa Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

3.1%

Rear Nearside

3.1%

Rear Offside

3.1%

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Toyota Previa

Toyota Previa — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Toyota Previa MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Toyota Previa?

The average MOT pass rate for the Toyota Previa is 70.6% compared to the Toyota average of 83.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Toyota Previa?

The most common MOT failures on the Toyota Previa are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (5.5%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (5.4%), Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake (5.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Toyota Previa reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 70.6%, the Toyota Previa is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Toyota Previa?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Toyota Previa?

Typical mileage for the Toyota Previa: 105,832 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Previa to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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