2002 Daihatsu Yrv — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 316 MOT tests, the 2002 Daihatsu Yrv recorded a 69.0% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 27.5% of the time, so this is 3.5pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 21.5% of tests against 14.6% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, headlamp aim and stop lamp — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 57 times.
A 90-120k example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 30.9% versus 25.4%.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 44.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 32.7% in 2021 to 28.1% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 21.5% | 68 |
| 2 | Suspension | 14.6% | 46 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.4% | 33 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 8.9% | 28 |
| 5 | Brakes | 7.9% | 25 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 5.1% | 16 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 57 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 33 |
| 3 | Stop lamp | 22 |
| 4 | Prescribed areas | 20 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 19 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 17 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 44.9% | 142 |
| 2 | Brakes | 35.1% | 111 |
| 3 | Tyres | 30.1% | 95 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 28.2% | 89 |
| 5 | Other defects | 23.7% | 75 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 20.9% | 66 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 63 | 25.4% |
| 60-90k | 134 | 36.6% |
| 90-120k | 81 | 30.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 104 | 32.7% |
| 2022 | 74 | 29.7% |
| 2023 | 62 | 33.9% |
| 2024 | 44 | 27.3% |
| 2025 | 32 | 28.1% |
What to check before buying a 2002 Yrv
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 21.5% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (21.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (14.6% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Body, structure & corrosion (10.4% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2002 Daihatsu Yrvs pass their MOT?
69.0% of the 316 2002 Daihatsu Yrv MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2002 Daihatsu Yrv?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 21.5% of tests, followed by suspension (14.6%).
Does the 2002 Yrv get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 25.4% in the 30-60k band to 30.9% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 316 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.