2009 Toyota Granvia — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 334 MOT tests, the 2009 Toyota Granvia recorded a 75.1% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail at 25.4%, so the 2009 Granvia sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 14.1% of all tests — 3.9 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are rear fog lamp, wipers and component mounting prescribed areas — rear fog lamp alone was recorded 22 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 20.9% of 60-90k cars fail, rising to 29.0% once past 150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 46.4% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 17.1% of tests failed in 2021 against 23.7% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.1% | 47 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.2% | 34 |
| 3 | Brakes | 9.0% | 30 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.8% | 26 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.3% | 21 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 4.8% | 16 |
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 | 22 |
| 2 | Wipers | 22 |
| 3 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 19 |
| 4 | Flexible brake hoses | 16 |
| 5 | Rigid brake pipes | 15 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 13 |
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 | 46.4% | 155 |
| 2 | Brakes | 35.9% | 120 |
| 3 | Tyres | 23.1% | 77 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 15.9% | 53 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 13.5% | 45 |
| 6 | Other defects | 9.9% | 33 |
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 | 43 | 20.9% |
| 90-120k | 62 | 21.0% |
| 120-150k | 90 | 24.4% |
| 150k+ | 131 | 29.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 220 | 25.0% |
| Petrol | 114 | 24.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 70 | 17.1% |
| 2022 | 72 | 22.2% |
| 2023 | 74 | 28.4% |
| 2024 | 59 | 33.9% |
| 2025 | 59 | 23.7% |
What to check before buying a 2009 Granvia
On a 2009 Granvia, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 14.1% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (14.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (10.2% 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.
- Brakes (9.0% 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.
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 2009 Toyota Granvias pass their MOT?
75.1% of the 334 2009 Toyota Granvia MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 24.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 Toyota Granvia?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.1% of tests, followed by suspension (10.2%).
Does the 2009 Granvia get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 20.9% in the 60-90k band to 29.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 334 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.