2012 Perodua Myvi Sxi — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2012 Perodua Myvi Sxi passed 85.8% of its 557 recorded MOT tests. Against all cars of a similar age (21.6% fail rate), the 2012 Myvi Sxi comes out 7.4pp better. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (6.8%) and suspension (6.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, rigid brake pipes and ball joint — wipers alone was recorded 27 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 4.7% in the 0-30k band and 17.7% in the 90-120k band, a 13.1-point spread — more than double.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 41.6% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 11.1% of tests failed in 2021 against 21.1% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 6.8% | 38 |
| 2 | Suspension | 6.3% | 35 |
| 3 | Brakes | 6.1% | 34 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.7% | 26 |
| 5 | Tyres | 3.8% | 21 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.2% | 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 | 27 |
| 2 | Rigid brake pipes | 26 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 18 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 17 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 16 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 16 |
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 | 41.6% | 232 |
| 2 | Brakes | 32.0% | 178 |
| 3 | Tyres | 25.3% | 141 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 11.7% | 65 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.5% | 42 |
| 6 | Other defects | 7.4% | 41 |
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 | 64 | 4.7% |
| 30-60k | 236 | 12.3% |
| 60-90k | 178 | 16.9% |
| 90-120k | 62 | 17.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 117 | 11.1% |
| 2022 | 121 | 12.4% |
| 2023 | 118 | 17.0% |
| 2024 | 97 | 9.3% |
| 2025 | 104 | 21.1% |
What to check before buying a 2012 Myvi Sxi
On a 2012 Myvi Sxi, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 6.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (6.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (6.3% 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.
- Brakes (6.1% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 2012 Perodua Myvi Sxis pass their MOT?
85.8% of the 557 2012 Perodua Myvi Sxi MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 14.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2012 Perodua Myvi Sxi?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 6.8% of tests, followed by suspension (6.3%).
Does the 2012 Myvi Sxi get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.7% in the 0-30k band to 17.7% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 557 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.