2002 Toyota Dyna — MOT failures & pass rate
295 MOT tests on the 2002 Toyota Dyna are in this dataset, and 72.2% of them passed. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (27.4% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (17.6%) and brakes (15.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are prescribed areas, service brake performance and position lamp — prescribed areas alone was recorded 25 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2002 Dyna fails 26.5% of the time in the 60-90k band and 27.0% at 150k+, a spread of only 0.5 points.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 31.5% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 29.5% in 2021 to 24.4% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.6% | 52 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.3% | 45 |
| 3 | Suspension | 10.8% | 32 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.5% | 28 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.4% | 19 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 5.8% | 17 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prescribed areas | 25 |
| 2 | Service brake performance | 24 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 19 |
| 4 | Rear fog lamp | 19 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 18 |
| 6 | Service brake imbalance | 17 |
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 | 31.5% | 93 |
| 2 | Brakes | 25.8% | 76 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 21.7% | 64 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 15.9% | 47 |
| 5 | Tyres | 15.3% | 45 |
| 6 | Visibility | 14.9% | 44 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 34 | 26.5% |
| 90-120k | 58 | 29.3% |
| 120-150k | 97 | 30.9% |
| 150k+ | 89 | 27.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 78 | 29.5% |
| 2022 | 65 | 29.2% |
| 2023 | 54 | 24.1% |
| 2024 | 53 | 30.2% |
| 2025 | 45 | 24.4% |
What to check before buying a 2002 Dyna
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 17.6% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (17.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (15.3% 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.
- Suspension (10.8% 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.
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 2002 Toyota Dynas pass their MOT?
72.2% of the 295 2002 Toyota Dyna MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2002 Toyota Dyna?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.6% of tests, followed by brakes (15.3%).
Does the 2002 Dyna get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 26.5% in the 60-90k band to 27.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 295 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.