Toyota 4-Runner
From 532 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, lamp emitted colour and position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 16 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 16 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 16 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 14 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 12 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 12 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 12 |
| a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play | 11 |
| windscreen or window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view | 10 |
| front or rear fog lamp switch inoperative or not operating in accordance with the requirements | 10 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 9 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 17.2% of 4-Runner failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 22.1% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £90.
Fuel type matters
Petrol versions pass at 84.7% while Diesel versions pass at 76.9%, a 8 percentage point gap.
Toyota 4-Runner on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 31 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 13 newly registered, a net loss of 18. At this rate, roughly 29.6 years until none remain. Now at 26% of its peak (1,820 in 1999 Q4).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 139 | 334 | +2 | -2 | +0 |
| 2025 Q2 | 142 | 331 | +4 | -2 | +2 |
| 2025 Q1 | 145 | 326 | +4 | -10 | -6 |
| 2024 Q4 | 150 | 327 | +3 | -17 | -14 |
| 2024 Q3 | 149 | 342 | +3 | -5 | -2 |
| 2024 Q2 | 148 | 345 | +1 | -0 | +1 |
| 2024 Q1 | 146 | 346 | +4 | -4 | +0 |
| 2023 Q4 | 146 | 346 | +4 | -2 | +2 |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 73.8% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, exhaust system leaking or insecure |
Typical mileage
Half of all 4-Runners tested had between 65,851 and 175,338 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 132,696 median miles, the 4-Runner has 0.014 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Toyota models
| Toyota Yaris | 76% |
| Toyota Aygo | 78.9% |
| Toyota Prius | 82.4% |
| Toyota Auris | 76.7% |
| Toyota Rav4 | 82.8% |
Common questions
What is the Toyota 4-Runner MOT pass rate?
The Toyota 4-Runner has a 80.8% MOT pass rate based on 532 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Toyota 4-Runner?
The most common MOT failure on the Toyota 4-Runner is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 16 failures. Other common issues include an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
How many Toyota 4-Runners are on UK roads?
There are 139 Toyota 4-Runners currently licensed on UK roads, with 334 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Toyota 4-Runner at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Toyota 4-Runner is 132,696 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 65,851 and 175,338 miles.
Buying a used 4-Runner?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 80.8% pass rate and an average repair bill of £90 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.