2004 Toyota Granvia — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2004 Toyota Granvia passed 72.8% of its 272 recorded MOT tests. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (27.7% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, body, structure & corrosion and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 22.4% of tests against 11.4% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are rear fog lamp, exhaust system and stop lamp — rear fog lamp alone was recorded 32 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 26.1% of 90-120k cars fail, rising to 30.5% once past 150k.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 38.6% 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 | 22.4% | 61 |
| 2 | Body, structure & corrosion | 11.4% | 31 |
| 3 | Suspension | 10.3% | 28 |
| 4 | Brakes | 7.7% | 21 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.6% | 18 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.3% | 9 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rear fog lamp | 32 |
| 2 | Exhaust system | 15 |
| 3 | Stop lamp | 14 |
| 4 | Washers | 14 |
| 5 | Joints | 13 |
| 6 | Position lamp | 12 |
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 | 38.6% | 105 |
| 2 | Brakes | 31.6% | 86 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 23.5% | 64 |
| 4 | Tyres | 19.1% | 52 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 15.8% | 43 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 15.4% | 42 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 90-120k | 46 | 26.1% |
| 120-150k | 58 | 19.0% |
| 150k+ | 141 | 30.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 65 | 27.7% |
| 2022 | 64 | 29.7% |
| 2023 | 55 | 21.8% |
| 2024 | 45 | 28.9% |
| 2025 | 43 | 27.9% |
What to check before buying a 2004 Granvia
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 22.4% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (22.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (11.4% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
- Suspension (10.3% 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 2004 Toyota Granvias pass their MOT?
72.8% of the 272 2004 Toyota Granvia MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2004 Toyota Granvia?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 22.4% of tests, followed by body, structure & corrosion (11.4%).
Does the 2004 Granvia get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 26.1% in the 90-120k band to 30.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 272 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.