2009 Perodua Myvi — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,940 MOT tests, the 2009 Perodua Myvi recorded an 80.6% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 25.3% of the time, so this is 5.9pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (8.2%) and brakes (7.0%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, track rod end and rigid brake pipes — wipers alone was recorded 99 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 11.3% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 26.2% once past 120-150k — 2.3× the risk.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 39.1% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 8.2% | 159 |
| 2 | Brakes | 7.0% | 135 |
| 3 | Visibility | 6.0% | 116 |
| 4 | Suspension | 5.9% | 115 |
| 5 | Steering | 4.6% | 90 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.4% | 66 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 99 |
| 2 | Track rod end | 77 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 76 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 61 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 55 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 53 |
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 | 39.1% | 758 |
| 2 | Brakes | 33.1% | 643 |
| 3 | Tyres | 27.2% | 527 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 14.8% | 288 |
| 5 | Other defects | 9.7% | 188 |
| 6 | Visibility | 7.6% | 148 |
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 | 195 | 11.3% |
| 30-60k | 737 | 18.2% |
| 60-90k | 692 | 20.5% |
| 90-120k | 245 | 24.5% |
| 120-150k | 61 | 26.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 443 | 18.7% |
| 2022 | 426 | 19.0% |
| 2023 | 388 | 20.1% |
| 2024 | 372 | 21.2% |
| 2025 | 311 | 18.0% |
What to check before buying a 2009 Myvi
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 8.2% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (8.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (7.0% 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.
- Visibility (6.0% 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 2009 Perodua Myvis pass their MOT?
80.6% of the 1,940 2009 Perodua Myvi MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 19.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 Perodua Myvi?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 8.2% of tests, followed by brakes (7.0%).
Does the 2009 Myvi get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.3% in the 0-30k band to 26.2% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,940 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.