Perodua Myvi Sxi MOT pass rate & common failures
The Perodua Myvi Sxi appears in 1,456 MOT tests spanning model years 2007–2014, and 84.6% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 21.4% of the time, so this is 6.0pp better than the group it competes with. Its most common failure areas are lighting & signalling, suspension and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (8.6%) and suspension (6.5%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, position lamp and headlamp aim — wipers alone was recorded 91 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 7.7% in the 0-30k band and 22.9% in the 120-150k band, a 15.2-point spread — more than double.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 39.4% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 14.1% of tests failed in 2021 against 17.7% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
By model year
Every Myvi Sxi model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 47 | 72.3% | 27.7% | Brakes |
| 2010 | 84 | 83.3% | 16.7% | Suspension |
| 2011 | 164 | 82.9% | 17.1% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2012 | 557 | 85.8% | 14.2% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2013 | 575 | 85.4% | 14.6% | Lighting & signalling |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 8.6% | 125 |
| 2 | Suspension | 6.5% | 95 |
| 3 | Visibility | 5.5% | 80 |
| 4 | Brakes | 5.0% | 73 |
| 5 | Tyres | 4.6% | 67 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 2.9% | 43 |
| 7 | Steering | 1.3% | 19 |
| 8 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.2% | 18 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 91 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 54 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 53 |
| 4 | Linkage ball joints | 47 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 45 |
| 6 | Rigid brake pipes | 42 |
| 7 | Ball joint | 39 |
| 8 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 31 |
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 | 39.4% | 573 |
| 2 | Brakes | 28.5% | 415 |
| 3 | Tyres | 26.3% | 383 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 11.3% | 165 |
| 5 | Other defects | 7.8% | 113 |
| 6 | Visibility | 5.8% | 85 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 234 | 7.7% |
| 30-60k | 630 | 13.7% |
| 60-90k | 385 | 19.7% |
| 90-120k | 164 | 20.1% |
| 120-150k | 35 | 22.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 326 | 14.1% |
| 2022 | 317 | 14.2% |
| 2023 | 303 | 16.5% |
| 2024 | 262 | 14.9% |
| 2025 | 248 | 17.7% |
What to check before buying a Perodua Myvi Sxi
- Lighting & signalling (8.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (6.5% 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.
- Visibility (5.5% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Perodua Myvi Sxi?
84.6% of the 1,456 Perodua Myvi Sxi MOT tests in this dataset passed, a 15.4% fail rate, across model years 2007–2014.
What does the Perodua Myvi Sxi most often fail its MOT on?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 8.6% of tests, then suspension (6.5%).
How much does mileage affect Myvi Sxi MOT results?
Fail rates run at 7.7% for cars in the 0-30k band and 22.9% for 120-150k, a 15.2-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,456 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.