2007 Toyota Hiace — MOT failures & pass rate
2,854 MOT tests on the 2007 Toyota Hiace are in this dataset, and 79.8% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 26.9% of the time, so this is 6.7pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 14.0% of all tests — 6.0 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, wipers and component mounting prescribed areas — position lamp alone was recorded 177 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 6.7% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 22.8% once past 150k — 3.4× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 30.9% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.0% | 398 |
| 2 | Suspension | 7.9% | 226 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.1% | 203 |
| 4 | Visibility | 6.4% | 182 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.7% | 135 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.3% | 93 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 177 |
| 2 | Wipers | 141 |
| 3 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 115 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 107 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 100 |
| 6 | Linkage pins and bushes | 82 |
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 | 30.9% | 882 |
| 2 | Brakes | 27.2% | 775 |
| 3 | Tyres | 20.5% | 585 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 13.5% | 385 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.6% | 303 |
| 6 | Other defects | 10.3% | 293 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 149 | 6.7% |
| 60-90k | 296 | 15.9% |
| 90-120k | 593 | 19.6% |
| 120-150k | 545 | 21.5% |
| 150k+ | 1,244 | 22.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 2,747 | 20.4% |
| Petrol | 107 | 14.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 638 | 20.5% |
| 2022 | 610 | 18.4% |
| 2023 | 598 | 19.4% |
| 2024 | 516 | 21.7% |
| 2025 | 492 | 21.3% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Hiace
On a 2007 Hiace, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 14.0% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (14.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (7.9% 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 (7.1% 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 2007 Toyota Hiaces pass their MOT?
79.8% of the 2,854 2007 Toyota Hiace MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 20.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Toyota Hiace?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.0% of tests, followed by suspension (7.9%).
Does the 2007 Hiace get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.7% in the 30-60k band to 22.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,854 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.