2010 Toyota Verso — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 19,687 MOT tests analysed for the 2010 Toyota Verso, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 78.8% was above the average for MPVs of a similar age (74.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 23.9% in the 150k+ group versus 13.4% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.8% | 3,494 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.3% | 1,635 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.0% | 1,368 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.8% | 1,135 |
| 5 | Tyres | 4.8% | 949 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.7% | 336 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 2,074 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 1,001 |
| 3 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 726 |
| 4 | Wipers | 706 |
| 5 | Rigid brake pipes | 645 |
| 6 | Individual direction indicators | 631 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 36.6% | 7,215 |
| 2 | Tyres | 28.0% | 5,516 |
| 3 | Suspension | 26.5% | 5,218 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 17.2% | 3,391 |
| 5 | Other defects | 14.6% | 2,870 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.2% | 1,425 |
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 | 134 | 13.4% |
| 30-60k | 1,619 | 14.6% |
| 60-90k | 5,044 | 19.1% |
| 90-120k | 6,173 | 21.9% |
| 120-150k | 3,645 | 23.9% |
| 150k+ | 3,068 | 23.9% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 9,972 | 19.1% |
| Diesel | 9,715 | 23.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,218 | 19.4% |
| 2022 | 4,145 | 20.8% |
| 2023 | 3,996 | 21.6% |
| 2024 | 3,803 | 22.1% |
| 2025 | 3,525 | 22.4% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Verso
Before buying a 2010 Toyota Verso, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 17.8% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (17.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (8.3% 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.
- Brakes (7.0% 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 2010 Toyota Versos pass their MOT?
78.8% of the 19,687 2010 Toyota Verso MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 21.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Toyota Verso?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.8% of tests, followed by suspension (8.3%).
Does the 2010 Verso get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.4% in the 0-30k band to 23.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 19,687 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.