2010 Perodua Myvi — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2010 Perodua Myvi passed 81.0% of its 2,357 recorded MOT tests. All cars of a similar age fail 24.3% of the time, so this is 5.3pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 9.9% of tests against 6.5% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, headlamp aim and linkage ball joints — wipers alone was recorded 135 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 11.8% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 24.2% once past 120-150k — 2.1× the risk.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 41.7% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 17.9% of tests failed in 2021 against 21.0% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 9.9% | 233 |
| 2 | Suspension | 6.5% | 152 |
| 3 | Visibility | 6.0% | 142 |
| 4 | Brakes | 4.9% | 115 |
| 5 | Tyres | 4.5% | 107 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 4.0% | 94 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 135 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 100 |
| 3 | Linkage ball joints | 86 |
| 4 | Steering rack | 86 |
| 5 | Rigid brake pipes | 84 |
| 6 | Position lamp | 84 |
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 | 41.7% | 983 |
| 2 | Brakes | 31.6% | 746 |
| 3 | Tyres | 27.9% | 657 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 15.1% | 356 |
| 5 | Other defects | 9.8% | 230 |
| 6 | Visibility | 7.0% | 164 |
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 | 272 | 11.8% |
| 30-60k | 1,026 | 17.6% |
| 60-90k | 737 | 22.0% |
| 90-120k | 243 | 21.0% |
| 120-150k | 62 | 24.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 535 | 17.9% |
| 2022 | 509 | 16.5% |
| 2023 | 477 | 20.1% |
| 2024 | 445 | 20.0% |
| 2025 | 391 | 21.0% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Myvi
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 9.9% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (9.9% 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 (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 2010 Perodua Myvis pass their MOT?
81.0% of the 2,357 2010 Perodua Myvi MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 19.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Perodua Myvi?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 9.9% of tests, followed by suspension (6.5%).
Does the 2010 Myvi get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.8% in the 0-30k band to 24.2% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,357 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.