Toyota Supra
From 2,939 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, emissions levels exceed default limits, 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, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, caused 48 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 48 |
| emissions levels exceed default limits | 42 |
| 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 | 36 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 35 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 34 |
| 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 | 31 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 30 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 26 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 25 |
| 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 | 24 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 18.1% of Supra failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 22.4% 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 £115.
Toyota Supra on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 97 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 9 newly registered, a net loss of 88. At this rate, roughly 63.6 years until none remain. Now at 44.7% of its peak (10,244 in 1994 Q4).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 2,142 | 2,439 | +1 | -3 | -2 |
| 2025 Q2 | 2,177 | 2,406 | +0 | -0 | +16 |
| 2025 Q1 | 1,998 | 2,569 | +2 | -39 | -37 |
| 2024 Q4 | 1,988 | 2,616 | +6 | -55 | -49 |
| 2024 Q3 | 2,170 | 2,483 | +4 | -32 | -28 |
| 2024 Q2 | 2,211 | 2,470 | +4 | -0 | +85 |
| 2024 Q1 | 2,041 | 2,555 | +2 | -100 | -98 |
| 2023 Q4 | 2,032 | 2,662 | +21 | -14 | +7 |
5 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supra Pro Auto | Petrol | 896 | 45% |
| Supra | Petrol | 827 | 41% |
| Supra Auto | Gas | 115 | 6% |
| Supra Turbo | Petrol | 90 | 4% |
| Supra Turbo Auto | Gas | 78 | 4% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 91.7% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2004 | 80.4% | 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, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
| 2003 | 84.2% | lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2001 | 77.7% | fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road users, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
9 earlier years
| 1999 | 88.3% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, emissions levels exceed default limits |
| 1998 | 91.8% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 1995 | 89.6% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is so weakened that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected, electrical wiring insecure or inadequately secured |
| 1994 | 89.6% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 1993 | 87.4% | wiper blade defective, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded |
| 1992 | 86% | 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, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 1991 | 90.9% | body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point, 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 |
| 1990 | 81.7% | windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, a battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier |
| 1989 | 83.9% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all Supras tested had between 75,262 and 132,525 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 102,598 median miles, the Supra has 0.012 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 Supra MOT pass rate?
The Toyota Supra has a 87.2% MOT pass rate based on 2,939 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Toyota Supra?
The most common MOT failure on the Toyota Supra is significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, which caused 48 failures. Other common issues include emissions levels exceed default limits.
How many Toyota Supras are on UK roads?
There are 2,142 Toyota Supras currently licensed on UK roads, with 2,439 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Toyota Supra at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Toyota Supra is 102,598 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 75,262 and 132,525 miles.
Buying a used Supra?
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.