2014 Toyota Proace — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 5,511 MOT tests analysed for the 2014 Toyota Proace, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, body, structure & corrosion and suspension. Its pass rate of 72.6% was below the average for cars of a similar age (82.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 30.1% in the 150k+ group versus 14.0% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 21.4% | 1,179 |
| 2 | Body, structure & corrosion | 14.3% | 788 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.8% | 483 |
| 4 | Brakes | 8.1% | 445 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.3% | 349 |
| 6 | Tyres | 5.0% | 274 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joints | 680 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 647 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 344 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 329 |
| 5 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 309 |
| 6 | Exhaust system | 268 |
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 | 25.8% | 1,419 |
| 2 | Tyres | 21.6% | 1,188 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 15.8% | 870 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 15.7% | 867 |
| 5 | Suspension | 10.6% | 584 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 9.8% | 542 |
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 | 86 | 14.0% |
| 30-60k | 667 | 23.4% |
| 60-90k | 1,514 | 27.4% |
| 90-120k | 1,615 | 27.8% |
| 120-150k | 966 | 28.9% |
| 150k+ | 660 | 30.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,144 | 25.9% |
| 2022 | 1,145 | 26.5% |
| 2023 | 1,140 | 28.3% |
| 2024 | 1,075 | 28.9% |
| 2025 | 1,007 | 27.6% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Proace
Before buying a 2014 Toyota Proace, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 21.4% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (21.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (14.3% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
- Suspension (8.8% 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 2014 Toyota Proaces pass their MOT?
72.6% of the 5,511 2014 Toyota Proace MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Toyota Proace?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 21.4% of tests, followed by body, structure & corrosion (14.3%).
Does the 2014 Proace get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.0% in the 0-30k band to 30.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 5,511 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.