2014 Toyota Aqua — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 377 MOT tests analysed for the 2014 Toyota Aqua, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres. Its pass rate of 90.5% was above the average for cars of a similar age (80.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 10.1% | 38 |
| 2 | Suspension | 3.5% | 13 |
| 3 | Tyres | 2.6% | 10 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.1% | 8 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.8% | 3 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.5% | 2 |
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 | 18 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 14 |
| 3 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 8 |
| 4 | Ball joint dust cover | 7 |
| 5 | Wipers | 5 |
| 6 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 4 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 10.6% | 40 |
| 2 | Suspension | 6.1% | 23 |
| 3 | Other defects | 3.5% | 13 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 3.5% | 13 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.5% | 13 |
| 6 | Brakes | 1.9% | 7 |
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 | 41 | 7.3% |
| 30-60k | 194 | 9.3% |
| 60-90k | 111 | 8.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 41 | 19.5% |
| 2024 | 85 | 11.8% |
| 2025 | 216 | 6.9% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Aqua
Before buying a 2014 Toyota Aqua, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 10.1% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (10.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (3.5% 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 (2.6% 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 2014 Toyota Aquas pass their MOT?
90.5% of the 377 2014 Toyota Aqua MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Toyota Aqua?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 10.1% of tests, followed by suspension (3.5%).
Does the 2014 Aqua get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.3% in the 0-30k band to 8.1% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 377 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.