2012 Toyota Vellfire — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,261 MOT tests analysed for the 2012 Toyota Vellfire, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres. Its pass rate of 89.6% was above the average for cars of a similar age (77.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 6.7% | 85 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.8% | 60 |
| 3 | Tyres | 2.1% | 26 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.6% | 20 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.1% | 14 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.8% | 10 |
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 | 38 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 30 |
| 3 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 29 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 26 |
| 5 | Ball joint dust cover | 19 |
| 6 | Wipers | 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 | 15.2% | 192 |
| 2 | Tyres | 10.2% | 129 |
| 3 | Brakes | 6.7% | 85 |
| 4 | Other defects | 2.7% | 34 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 2.7% | 34 |
| 6 | Steering | 1.8% | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 38 | 10.5% |
| 30-60k | 486 | 10.3% |
| 60-90k | 594 | 9.9% |
| 90-120k | 123 | 10.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1,014 | 10.2% |
| Hybrid | 247 | 11.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 79 | 11.4% |
| 2023 | 245 | 8.2% |
| 2024 | 375 | 9.6% |
| 2025 | 541 | 11.8% |
What to check before buying a 2012 Vellfire
Before buying a 2012 Toyota Vellfire, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 6.7% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (6.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (4.8% 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 (2.1% 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 2012 Toyota Vellfires pass their MOT?
89.6% of the 1,261 2012 Toyota Vellfire MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2012 Toyota Vellfire?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 6.7% of tests, followed by suspension (4.8%).
Does the 2012 Vellfire get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.5% in the 0-30k band to 10.6% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,261 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.