2007 Toyota Auris — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 72,825 MOT tests analysed for the 2007 Toyota Auris, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 77.1% was above the average for small family cars of a similar age (73.0%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 29.3% in the 150k+ group versus 13.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 16.6% | 12,066 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.8% | 7,887 |
| 3 | Suspension | 9.0% | 6,563 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.8% | 4,207 |
| 5 | Tyres | 4.6% | 3,353 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.3% | 2,370 |
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 | 6,621 |
| 2 | Rigid brake pipes | 3,743 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 3,665 |
| 4 | Rbt (sp) | 3,193 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 2,997 |
| 6 | Wipers | 2,867 |
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 | 41.7% | 30,367 |
| 2 | Suspension | 35.3% | 25,738 |
| 3 | Tyres | 27.1% | 19,710 |
| 4 | Other defects | 17.1% | 12,456 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 16.3% | 11,900 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 11.5% | 8,380 |
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 | 1,163 | 13.5% |
| 30-60k | 8,258 | 15.7% |
| 60-90k | 21,095 | 20.6% |
| 90-120k | 23,922 | 24.1% |
| 120-150k | 13,011 | 27.2% |
| 150k+ | 5,341 | 29.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 57,118 | 22.3% |
| Diesel | 15,693 | 24.9% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 16,932 | 21.5% |
| 2022 | 16,046 | 22.8% |
| 2023 | 14,717 | 22.9% |
| 2024 | 13,475 | 23.9% |
| 2025 | 11,655 | 24.0% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Auris
Before buying a 2007 Toyota Auris, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 16.6% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (16.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (10.8% 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.
- Suspension (9.0% 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.
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 2007 Toyota Auriss pass their MOT?
77.1% of the 72,825 2007 Toyota Auris MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 22.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Toyota Auris?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 16.6% of tests, followed by brakes (10.8%).
Does the 2007 Auris get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.5% in the 0-30k band to 29.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 72,825 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.