2008 Toyota Granvia — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2008 Toyota Granvia passed 73.9% of its 614 recorded MOT tests. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (26.1% 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 19.1% of tests against 9.4% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are rear fog lamp, exhaust system and position lamp — rear fog lamp alone was recorded 68 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2008 Granvia fails 24.5% of the time in the 60-90k band and 26.8% at 150k+, a spread of only 2.2 points.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 47.9% 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 | 19.1% | 117 |
| 2 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.4% | 58 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.0% | 49 |
| 4 | Brakes | 7.0% | 43 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.7% | 41 |
| 6 | Tyres | 4.4% | 27 |
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 | 68 |
| 2 | Exhaust system | 37 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 35 |
| 4 | Wipers | 30 |
| 5 | Rigid brake pipes | 26 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 23 |
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 | 47.9% | 294 |
| 2 | Brakes | 35.7% | 219 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 24.3% | 149 |
| 4 | Tyres | 21.0% | 129 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 18.2% | 112 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 12.9% | 79 |
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 | 53 | 24.5% |
| 90-120k | 113 | 23.9% |
| 120-150k | 144 | 27.1% |
| 150k+ | 284 | 26.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 536 | 26.9% |
| Petrol | 78 | 20.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 144 | 23.6% |
| 2022 | 157 | 29.9% |
| 2023 | 131 | 26.7% |
| 2024 | 96 | 24.0% |
| 2025 | 86 | 24.4% |
What to check before buying a 2008 Granvia
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 19.1% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (19.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (9.4% 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 (8.0% 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 2008 Toyota Granvias pass their MOT?
73.9% of the 614 2008 Toyota Granvia MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2008 Toyota Granvia?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.1% of tests, followed by body, structure & corrosion (9.4%).
Does the 2008 Granvia get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 24.5% in the 60-90k band to 26.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 614 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.