2007 Toyota Previa — MOT failures & pass rate
294 MOT tests on the 2007 Toyota Previa are in this dataset, and 73.5% of them passed. That is 2.4 percentage points better than MPVs of a similar age, which fail at 28.9%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.1% of tests against 11.2% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, headlamp and rear fog lamp — wipers alone was recorded 27 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 23.9% of 90-120k cars fail, rising to 30.6% once past 150k.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 45.6% 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 16.1% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.1% | 56 |
| 2 | Suspension | 11.2% | 33 |
| 3 | Visibility | 10.5% | 31 |
| 4 | Brakes | 10.2% | 30 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 9.2% | 27 |
| 6 | Tyres | 7.1% | 21 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 27 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 24 |
| 3 | Rear fog lamp | 23 |
| 4 | Catalyst emissions | 21 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 18 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 16 |
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 | 45.6% | 134 |
| 2 | Emissions & environmental | 32.3% | 95 |
| 3 | Brakes | 32.3% | 95 |
| 4 | Tyres | 24.1% | 71 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 22.4% | 66 |
| 6 | Other defects | 14.0% | 41 |
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 | 67 | 23.9% |
| 120-150k | 94 | 28.7% |
| 150k+ | 98 | 30.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 194 | 25.8% |
| Diesel | 72 | 27.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 99 | 33.3% |
| 2022 | 67 | 22.4% |
| 2023 | 59 | 27.1% |
| 2024 | 38 | 23.7% |
| 2025 | 31 | 16.1% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Previa
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 19.1% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (19.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (11.2% 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.
- Visibility (10.5% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
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 Previas pass their MOT?
73.5% of the 294 2007 Toyota Previa MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Toyota Previa?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.1% of tests, followed by suspension (11.2%).
Does the 2007 Previa get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 23.9% in the 90-120k band to 30.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 294 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.