2006 Perodua Myvi — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 458 MOT tests, the 2006 Perodua Myvi recorded a 78.2% pass rate. That is 5.5 percentage points better than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 27.3%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 14.2% of all tests — 3.5 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, wipers and ball joint — headlamp aim alone was recorded 39 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2006 Myvi fails 20.9% of the time in the 30-60k band and 23.5% at 120-150k, a spread of only 2.6 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 45.2% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 22.0% of tests failed in 2021 against 28.6% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.2% | 65 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.7% | 49 |
| 3 | Visibility | 7.6% | 35 |
| 4 | Brakes | 6.6% | 30 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 4.2% | 19 |
| 6 | Tyres | 3.5% | 16 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 39 |
| 2 | Wipers | 34 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 33 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 21 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 18 |
| 6 | Linkage ball joints | 15 |
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 | 45.2% | 207 |
| 2 | Brakes | 40.0% | 183 |
| 3 | Tyres | 29.7% | 136 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 19.7% | 90 |
| 5 | Other defects | 8.7% | 40 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 6.8% | 31 |
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 | 129 | 20.9% |
| 60-90k | 166 | 22.3% |
| 90-120k | 104 | 21.1% |
| 120-150k | 34 | 23.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 118 | 22.0% |
| 2022 | 97 | 15.5% |
| 2023 | 89 | 18.0% |
| 2024 | 84 | 27.4% |
| 2025 | 70 | 28.6% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Myvi
On a 2006 Myvi, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 14.2% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (14.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (10.7% 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 (7.6% 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
How many 2006 Perodua Myvis pass their MOT?
78.2% of the 458 2006 Perodua Myvi MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 21.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Perodua Myvi?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.2% of tests, followed by suspension (10.7%).
Does the 2006 Myvi get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 20.9% in the 30-60k band to 23.5% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 458 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.