Toyota Dyna
From 2,967 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle., a lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 359 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 | 359 |
| brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. | 126 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 124 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 104 |
| 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 | 98 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 97 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 96 |
| a shock absorber bush excessively worn | 95 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 79 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 73 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 46.4% of failures are serious: 46.4% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £104.
Toyota Dyna on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 104 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 1 newly registered, a net loss of 103. At this rate, roughly 17.9 years until none remain. Now at 61.3% of its peak (3,028 in 2014 Q2).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 1,419 | 438 | +1 | -26 | -25 |
| 2025 Q2 | 1,465 | 417 | +0 | -31 | -31 |
| 2025 Q1 | 1,493 | 420 | +0 | -15 | -15 |
| 2024 Q4 | 1,530 | 398 | +0 | -32 | -32 |
| 2024 Q3 | 1,567 | 393 | +0 | -39 | -39 |
| 2024 Q2 | 1,611 | 388 | +0 | -35 | -35 |
| 2024 Q1 | 1,640 | 394 | +0 | -0 | +8 |
| 2023 Q4 | 1,653 | 373 | +0 | -48 | -48 |
5 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dyna 300 D-4D Swb | Diesel | 548 | 40% |
| Dyna 350 D-4D Mwb | Diesel | 323 | 24% |
| Dyna 300 Swb | Diesel | 276 | 20% |
| Dyna 350 Mwb | Diesel | 130 | 10% |
| Dyna 350 D-4D Lwb | Diesel | 80 | 6% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 76.1% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2013 | 71% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2012 | 81.7% | a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded |
| 2011 | 68.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
9 earlier years
| 2010 | 72.4% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2009 | 63.5% | 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 |
| 2008 | 63.2% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2007 | 71.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen |
| 2006 | 63.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. |
| 2005 | 62.5% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2004 | 66.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2003 | 68% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2002 | 65.3% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Dynas tested had between 87,538 and 165,495 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 129,816 median miles, the Dyna has 0.025 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 Dyna MOT pass rate?
The Toyota Dyna has a 67.7% MOT pass rate based on 2,967 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Toyota Dyna?
The most common MOT failure on the Toyota Dyna is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 359 failures. Other common issues include brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle..
How many Toyota Dynas are on UK roads?
There are 1,419 Toyota Dynas currently licensed on UK roads, with 438 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Toyota Dyna at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Toyota Dyna is 129,816 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 87,538 and 165,495 miles.
Buying a used Dyna?
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 67.7% pass rate and an average repair bill of £104 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.