2007 Toyota Unclassified — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,193 MOT tests analysed for the 2007 Toyota Unclassified, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 82.3% was above the average for cars of a similar age (74.5%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 26.3% in the 150k+ group versus 13.5% in the 30-60k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.7% | 152 |
| 2 | Suspension | 7.4% | 88 |
| 3 | Brakes | 5.5% | 65 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.6% | 55 |
| 5 | Tyres | 3.3% | 39 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.0% | 36 |
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 | 57 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 51 |
| 3 | Wipers | 47 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 44 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 30 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 28 |
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 | 27.5% | 328 |
| 2 | Brakes | 22.6% | 270 |
| 3 | Tyres | 19.6% | 234 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 11.2% | 134 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.5% | 101 |
| 6 | Other defects | 7.5% | 90 |
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 | 156 | 13.5% |
| 60-90k | 342 | 16.4% |
| 90-120k | 242 | 14.1% |
| 120-150k | 167 | 16.8% |
| 150k+ | 266 | 26.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 766 | 16.1% |
| Diesel | 346 | 22.3% |
| Hybrid | 68 | 16.2% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 169 | 21.3% |
| 2022 | 234 | 19.7% |
| 2023 | 267 | 16.5% |
| 2024 | 260 | 15.8% |
| 2025 | 263 | 16.7% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Unclassified
Before buying a 2007 Toyota Unclassified, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 12.7% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (12.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (7.4% 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 (5.5% 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 Unclassifieds pass their MOT?
82.3% of the 1,193 2007 Toyota Unclassified MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 17.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Toyota Unclassified?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.7% of tests, followed by suspension (7.4%).
Does the 2007 Unclassified get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.5% in the 30-60k band to 26.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,193 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.