Toyota Ipsum MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,855 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 36.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Toyota Ipsum MOT Reliability Overview
The Toyota Ipsum is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,855 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 17 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.5% and a failure rate of 36.5%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Toyota Ipsum earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average Toyota Ipsum presents for MOT with approximately 104,233 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2009 models achieve the highest pass rate at 81.3%, while 1996 models have the lowest at 46.0%. This 35.3 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Toyota Ipsum is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, affecting 26.3% of all tests. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. The second most common issue is Suspension at 22.8%. Brakes rounds out the top three at 17.3%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
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Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 47.3% | 876 |
| 2 | Suspension | 27.1% | 502 |
| 3 | Brakes | 20.0% | 371 |
| 4 | Tyres | 19.8% | 367 |
| 5 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 9.2% | 171 |
| 6 | Driver's View Of The Road | 6.6% | 123 |
| 7 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 5.1% | 95 |
| 8 | Steering | 3.6% | 67 |
| 9 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 3.3% | 62 |
| 10 | Visibility | 3.1% | 57 |
| 11 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 2.2% | 41 |
| 12 | Non-component Advisories | 1.8% | 34 |
| 13 | Registration Plates And Vin | 1.6% | 29 |
| 14 | Body, Structure And General Items | 0.4% | 7 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 104,233 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 4.53 | 47.3% | 876 |
| Suspension | 2.60 | 27.1% | 502 |
| Brakes | 1.92 | 20.0% | 371 |
| Tyres | 1.90 | 19.8% | 367 |
| Visibility | 0.93 | 9.7% | 180 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.88 | 9.2% | 171 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.49 | 5.1% | 95 |
| Body & Structure | 0.36 | 3.7% | 69 |
| Steering | 0.35 | 3.6% | 67 |
| Seat Belts | 0.21 | 2.2% | 41 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.18 | 1.8% | 34 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.15 | 1.6% | 29 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Toyota Ipsum has 104,233 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Toyota Ipsum has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 3.50% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Toyota Ipsum MOT Data
The Toyota Ipsum is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,855 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 17 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.5% and a failure rate of 36.5%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Toyota Ipsum owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment and suspension for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Ipsum is likely to perform.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 26.3% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 26.3% of MOT failures on the Toyota Ipsum. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Suspension — 22.8% of failures
Suspension issues account for 22.8% of MOT failures on the Toyota Ipsum. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Brakes — 17.3% of failures
Brakes issues account for 17.3% of MOT failures on the Toyota Ipsum. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Toyota Ipsum?
Based on 1,855 MOT tests in our database, the Toyota Ipsum has an overall pass rate of 63.5% (36.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Toyota Ipsum?
The top 3 reasons a Toyota Ipsum fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (26.3%), 2. Suspension (22.8%), 3. Brakes (17.3%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Toyota Ipsum reliable?
With a 36.5% MOT failure rate, the Ipsum is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Toyota Ipsum?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (26.3%); Suspension (22.8%); Brakes (17.3%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.