Toyota Avensis: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 7.5% of Toyota Avensis MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2002, 2010 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 7,709 | 9.3% |
| 2010 | 37,549 | 7.8% |
| 2014 | 18,925 | 3.7% |
| 2017 | 14,003 | 1.9% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.