Toyota Camry
From 3,087 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Camrys fare better: 2021 models pass at 94.7% vs 91.2% for 2019.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame and spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 48 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 48 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 35 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 33 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 30 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 26 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 22 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 21 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 21 |
| emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits | 19 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot severely deteriorated | 19 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 27.7% of Camry failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 28.5% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £146.
Fuel type matters
Hybrid versions pass at 93.9% while Petrol versions pass at 76.3%, a 18 percentage point gap.
Toyota Camry on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 73 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 1 newly registered, a net loss of 72. At this rate, roughly 26.7 years until none remain. Now at 7.4% of its peak (26,006 in 1994 Q4).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 1,313 | 606 | +0 | -2 | -2 |
| 2025 Q2 | 1,317 | 604 | +0 | -12 | -12 |
| 2025 Q1 | 1,329 | 604 | +1 | -28 | -27 |
| 2024 Q4 | 1,339 | 621 | +0 | -31 | -31 |
| 2024 Q3 | 1,382 | 609 | +0 | -22 | -22 |
| 2024 Q2 | 1,412 | 601 | +0 | -18 | -18 |
| 2024 Q1 | 1,428 | 603 | +1 | -2 | -1 |
| 2023 Q4 | 1,435 | 597 | +0 | -30 | -30 |
4 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camry Excel Vvt-I Hev Cvt | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 585 | 55% |
| Camry Design Vvt-I Hev Cvt | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 358 | 34% |
| Camry 3.0I V6 Auto | Petrol | 64 | 6% |
| Camry Vvt-I Cdx Auto | Petrol | 61 | 6% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 94.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2020 | 96.6% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2019 | 91.2% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2002 | 77.7% | product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity or changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
2 earlier years
| 1998 | 80.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
| 1997 | 65.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits |
Typical mileage
Half of all Camrys tested had between 38,254 and 100,097 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 57,033 median miles, the Camry has 0.023 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 Camry MOT pass rate?
The Toyota Camry has a 86.8% MOT pass rate based on 3,087 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Toyota Camry?
The most common MOT failure on the Toyota Camry is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 48 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
How many Toyota Camrys are on UK roads?
There are 1,313 Toyota Camrys currently licensed on UK roads, with 606 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Toyota Camry at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Toyota Camry is 57,033 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 38,254 and 100,097 miles.
Buying a used Camry?
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.
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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.