2019 Toyota Noah — MOT failures & pass rate
298 MOT tests on the 2019 Toyota Noah are in this dataset, and 90.3% of them passed. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (10.3% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 9.4% of tests against 3.0% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are rear fog lamp, position lamp and registration plate lamp(s) — rear fog lamp alone was recorded 13 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 6.3% in the 0-30k band and 15.6% in the 90-120k band, a 9.4-point spread — more than double.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 12.1% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 11.1% in 2021 to 7.1% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 9.4% | 28 |
| 2 | Suspension | 3.0% | 9 |
| 3 | Tyres | 3.0% | 9 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.0% | 9 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.3% | 4 |
| 6 | Brakes | 1.3% | 4 |
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 | 13 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 10 |
| 3 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 10 |
| 4 | Wipers | 8 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 8 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 7 |
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 | 12.1% | 36 |
| 2 | Tyres | 9.4% | 28 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.7% | 26 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 5.4% | 16 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 2.7% | 8 |
| 6 | Other defects | 2.4% | 7 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 64 | 6.3% |
| 30-60k | 102 | 7.8% |
| 60-90k | 61 | 8.2% |
| 90-120k | 32 | 15.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 195 | 4.6% |
| Petrol | 103 | 19.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 36 | 11.1% |
| 2022 | 45 | 22.2% |
| 2023 | 44 | 9.1% |
| 2024 | 46 | 4.3% |
| 2025 | 127 | 7.1% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Noah
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 9.4% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (9.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (3.0% 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.
- Tyres (3.0% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
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 2019 Toyota Noahs pass their MOT?
90.3% of the 298 2019 Toyota Noah MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Toyota Noah?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 9.4% of tests, followed by suspension (3.0%).
Does the 2019 Noah get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.3% in the 0-30k band to 15.6% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 298 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.