Toyota Surf MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Toyota Surf. Check any Surf by registration number below.

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75.2%

Avg Pass Rate

-8.3%

vs Toyota Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Toyota Surf — MOT Reliability Overview

The Toyota Surf has an average MOT pass rate of 75.2%, which is 8.3 percentage points below the Toyota brand average of 83.5%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Surf on the road.

The most common reasons a Toyota Surf fails its MOT are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Surf for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Toyota Surf, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Toyota Surf performs at MOT across different model years.

2007

Based on 51 vehicles

72.5%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

22.2%

2006

Based on 93 vehicles

72.0%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.7%

Retest Rate

23.1%

2005

Based on 175 vehicles

75.4%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.1%

Retest Rate

16.2%

2004

Based on 183 vehicles

66.7%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

30.1%

2003

Based on 172 vehicles

80.8%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

8.5%

2002

Based on 30 vehicles

83.3%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Retest Rate

11.1%

0

Based on 414 vehicles

75.6%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Mileage at 5yr

185k mi

Top MOT Failures — Toyota Surf

The most common reasons a Toyota Surf fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

5.5%

Toyota Surf Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

7.8%

Front Offside

5.9%

Rear

3.9%

Other Toyota Models

Compare MOT reliability across Toyota models.

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83.2% pass rate

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95.2% pass rate

Toyota Yaris Terra

92.2% pass rate

Toyota Estima

84.6% pass rate

Toyota Yaris Icon Hev Cvt

95.1% pass rate

Toyota Townace

72.4% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Toyota Surf

Toyota Surf — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Toyota Surf MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Toyota Surf?

The average MOT pass rate for the Toyota Surf is 75.2% compared to the Toyota average of 83.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Toyota Surf?

The most common MOT failures on the Toyota Surf are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (5.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Toyota Surf reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 75.2%, the Toyota Surf is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Toyota Surf?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Toyota Surf?

Typical mileage for the Toyota Surf: 184,573 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Surf to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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