2006 Toyota Lucida — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 372 MOT tests, the 2006 Toyota Lucida recorded a 68.0% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 27.1% of the time, so this is 4.9pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 25.0% of tests against 16.9% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, headlamp aim and rear fog lamp — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 45 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 90-120k one: 34.0% versus 26.1%.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 40.6% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 33.3% in 2021 to 27.8% in 2024, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 25.0% | 93 |
| 2 | Suspension | 16.9% | 63 |
| 3 | Brakes | 13.2% | 49 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.4% | 35 |
| 5 | Visibility | 8.6% | 32 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 6.5% | 24 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 45 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 42 |
| 3 | Rear fog lamp | 33 |
| 4 | Wipers | 30 |
| 5 | Headlamp | 29 |
| 6 | Exhaust system | 20 |
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 | 40.6% | 151 |
| 2 | Brakes | 32.8% | 122 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 29.6% | 110 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 26.9% | 100 |
| 5 | Tyres | 26.6% | 99 |
| 6 | Other defects | 19.9% | 74 |
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 | 92 | 32.6% |
| 150k+ | 212 | 34.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 132 | 33.3% |
| 2022 | 102 | 27.5% |
| 2023 | 76 | 38.2% |
| 2024 | 36 | 27.8% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Lucida
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 25.0% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (25.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (16.9% 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 (13.2% 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 2006 Toyota Lucidas pass their MOT?
68.0% of the 372 2006 Toyota Lucida MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 32.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Toyota Lucida?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 25.0% of tests, followed by suspension (16.9%).
Does the 2006 Lucida get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 26.1% in the 90-120k band to 34.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 372 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.