2008 Toyota Vellfire — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,364 MOT tests, the 2008 Toyota Vellfire recorded an 86.5% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 26.8% of the time, so this is 13.3pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (8.2%) and suspension (5.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are rear fog lamp, linkage ball joint dust cover and brake pads — rear fog lamp alone was recorded 51 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 9.8% in the 30-60k band and 14.3% in the 120-150k band, a 4.5-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 17.8% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 8.2% | 112 |
| 2 | Suspension | 5.3% | 72 |
| 3 | Tyres | 2.8% | 38 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.5% | 34 |
| 5 | Brakes | 2.4% | 32 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.3% | 17 |
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 | 51 |
| 2 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 49 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 35 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 31 |
| 5 | Wipers | 29 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 26 |
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 | 17.8% | 243 |
| 2 | Tyres | 13.3% | 182 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.8% | 161 |
| 4 | Other defects | 4.3% | 58 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 3.7% | 51 |
| 6 | Visibility | 1.7% | 23 |
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 | 338 | 9.8% |
| 60-90k | 626 | 15.2% |
| 90-120k | 284 | 14.8% |
| 120-150k | 63 | 14.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 96 | 12.5% |
| 2022 | 214 | 12.2% |
| 2023 | 299 | 17.7% |
| 2024 | 350 | 10.9% |
| 2025 | 405 | 13.6% |
What to check before buying a 2008 Vellfire
On a 2008 Vellfire, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 8.2% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (8.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (5.3% 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 (2.8% 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 2008 Toyota Vellfires pass their MOT?
86.5% of the 1,364 2008 Toyota Vellfire MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 13.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2008 Toyota Vellfire?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 8.2% of tests, followed by suspension (5.3%).
Does the 2008 Vellfire get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.8% in the 30-60k band to 14.3% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,364 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.