2013 Toyota Vellfire — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2013 Toyota Vellfire passed 91.5% of its 779 recorded MOT tests. All cars of a similar age fail 22.4% of the time, so this is 13.9pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 5.9% of all tests — 3.2 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are rear fog lamp, switch and ball joint dust cover — rear fog lamp alone was recorded 26 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2013 Vellfire fails 10.4% of the time in the 0-30k band and 12.8% at 90-120k, a spread of only 2.4 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 11.2% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 5.9% | 46 |
| 2 | Suspension | 2.7% | 21 |
| 3 | Tyres | 1.8% | 14 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.7% | 13 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.8% | 6 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.6% | 5 |
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 | 26 |
| 2 | Switch | 13 |
| 3 | Ball joint dust cover | 11 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 8 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 8 |
| 6 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 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 | 11.2% | 87 |
| 2 | Tyres | 9.5% | 74 |
| 3 | Brakes | 6.9% | 54 |
| 4 | Other defects | 4.9% | 38 |
| 5 | Steering | 2.3% | 18 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 12 |
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 | 48 | 10.4% |
| 30-60k | 325 | 9.8% |
| 60-90k | 367 | 6.5% |
| 90-120k | 39 | 12.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 711 | 8.0% |
| Hybrid | 66 | 13.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 88 | 10.2% |
| 2024 | 220 | 6.8% |
| 2025 | 441 | 9.1% |
What to check before buying a 2013 Vellfire
On a 2013 Vellfire, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 5.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (5.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (2.7% 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 (1.8% 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 2013 Toyota Vellfires pass their MOT?
91.5% of the 779 2013 Toyota Vellfire MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Toyota Vellfire?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 5.9% of tests, followed by suspension (2.7%).
Does the 2013 Vellfire get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.4% in the 0-30k band to 12.8% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 779 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.