2012 Toyota Granvia — MOT failures & pass rate
344 MOT tests on the 2012 Toyota Granvia are in this dataset, and 79.4% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail at 21.5%, so the 2012 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 12.5% of all tests — 4.4 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are rear fog lamp, exhaust system and wipers — rear fog lamp alone was recorded 20 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 60-90k one: 23.5% versus 11.5%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 32.3% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 17.8% of tests failed in 2021 against 20.4% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.5% | 43 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.1% | 28 |
| 3 | Brakes | 6.1% | 21 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.2% | 18 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.7% | 16 |
| 6 | Tyres | 4.1% | 14 |
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 | 20 |
| 2 | Exhaust system | 18 |
| 3 | Wipers | 18 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 16 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 12 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 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 | 32.3% | 111 |
| 2 | Brakes | 27.0% | 93 |
| 3 | Tyres | 18.9% | 65 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 12.2% | 42 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 9.0% | 31 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.7% | 30 |
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 | 52 | 11.5% |
| 90-120k | 80 | 20.0% |
| 120-150k | 102 | 23.5% |
| 150k+ | 98 | 23.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 185 | 17.3% |
| Petrol | 159 | 24.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 73 | 17.8% |
| 2022 | 78 | 21.8% |
| 2023 | 81 | 23.5% |
| 2024 | 58 | 19.0% |
| 2025 | 54 | 20.4% |
What to check before buying a 2012 Granvia
On a 2012 Granvia, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 12.5% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (12.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (8.1% 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 (6.1% 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 2012 Toyota Granvias pass their MOT?
79.4% of the 344 2012 Toyota Granvia MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 20.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2012 Toyota Granvia?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.5% of tests, followed by suspension (8.1%).
Does the 2012 Granvia get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.5% in the 60-90k band to 23.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 344 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.