Toyota Proace
From 22,238 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Proaces fare better: 2022 models pass at 84.6% vs 65.9% for 2014.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen and a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. The top issue, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, caused 709 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 transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 709 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 477 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 475 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 460 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 403 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 358 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 338 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 337 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 305 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 290 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 17.1% of Proace failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 26.9% 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 £83.
The warranty question
A 3-year-old Proace passes its MOT 78.7% of the time. By 7 years old that drops to 72.2%, a 6.5 percentage point fall, right as the manufacturer warranty runs out. At 10 years it's down to 68.2%. With an average repair bill of £83 when things go wrong, an extended warranty can make sense on a Proace that's past its third birthday.
Toyota Proace on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 8,996 newly registered in the past year with 666 leaving, a net gain of 8,330. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 38,729 | 844 | +1,874 | -189 | +1,685 |
| 2025 Q2 | 37,049 | 839 | +2,421 | -145 | +2,276 |
| 2025 Q1 | 34,823 | 789 | +2,429 | -164 | +2,265 |
| 2024 Q4 | 32,598 | 749 | +2,272 | -168 | +2,104 |
| 2024 Q3 | 30,585 | 658 | +1,840 | -232 | +1,608 |
| 2024 Q2 | 29,040 | 595 | +1,355 | -79 | +1,276 |
| 2024 Q1 | 27,866 | 493 | +2,045 | -158 | +1,887 |
| 2023 Q4 | 26,005 | 467 | +2,085 | -155 | +1,930 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proace City Icon | Diesel | 8,504 | 23% |
| Proace Icon | Diesel | 7,744 | 21% |
| Proace City Active | Diesel | 3,581 | 10% |
| Proace City Icon Ev | Battery Electric | 2,970 | 8% |
| Proace Comfort | Diesel | 2,471 | 7% |
| Proace Active | Diesel | 1,979 | 5% |
| Proace Icon Ev | Battery Electric | 1,975 | 5% |
| Proace 1200 L2H1 Hdi | Diesel | 1,261 | 3% |
| Proace 1200 L1H1 Hdi | Diesel | 810 | 2% |
| Proace Verso Family L1 D-4D A | Diesel | 664 | 2% |
| Proace Verso Shuttle L1 D-4D | Diesel | 653 | 2% |
| Proace Verso Family L1 D-4D | Diesel | 608 | 2% |
| Proace Base | Diesel | 561 | 2% |
| Proace Max Icon | Diesel | 485 | 1% |
| Proace Comfort Tss | Diesel | 460 | 1% |
| Proace Verso Shuttle L2 D-4D | Diesel | 436 | 1% |
| Proace City Design Auto | Diesel | 406 | 1% |
| Proace Design | Diesel | 404 | 1% |
| Proace Verso Combi L1 D-4D | Diesel | 387 | 1% |
| Proace Design Auto | Diesel | 342 | <1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 84.6% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, seat belt retractor not functioning as intended |
| 2021 | 79.6% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2020 | 78.7% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2019 | 79.3% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
6 earlier years
| 2018 | 78.8% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources |
| 2017 | 75% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
| 2016 | 72.2% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2015 | 64.9% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2014 | 65.9% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2013 | 68.2% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Proaces tested had between 27,438 and 53,035 miles on the clock.
At 40,016 median miles, the Proace has 0.06 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 Proace MOT pass rate?
The Toyota Proace has a 76.1% MOT pass rate based on 22,238 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Toyota Proace?
The most common MOT failure on the Toyota Proace is a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, which caused 709 failures. Other common issues include wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen.
How many Toyota Proaces are on UK roads?
There are 38,729 Toyota Proaces currently licensed on UK roads, with 844 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Toyota Proace at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Toyota Proace is 40,016 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 27,438 and 53,035 miles.
Buying a used Proace?
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 76.1% pass rate and an average repair bill of £83 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.