Toyota Granvia Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Toyota Granvia reliable? We analysed 37,326 real MOT tests across 2,080 vehicles to find out.
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The Toyota Granvia is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include fog lamp not working, exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Granvia.
Toyota Granvia Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Toyota Granvia. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Toyota Granvia MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Toyota Granvia to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Toyota Granvia Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Toyota Granvia fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Toyota Granvia Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Toyota Granvia owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Toyota Granvia MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Granvia year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 111 | 74.8% | 58,088 | 80,047 | 105,112 |
| 2018 | 120 | 80.8% | 56,051 | 77,422 | 92,763 |
| 2017 | 240 | 80.8% | 72,407 | 93,002 | 116,972 |
| 2016 | 452 | 77.2% | 67,660 | 99,069 | 130,345 |
| 2015 | 673 | 78.3% | 73,096 | 104,982 | 131,542 |
| 2014 | 720 | 75.7% | 73,018 | 99,459 | 125,352 |
| 2013 | 568 | 74.3% | 85,598 | 122,268 | 154,077 |
| 2012 | 942 | 74.2% | 99,050 | 128,246 | 160,104 |
| 2011 | 1,682 | 75.8% | 103,708 | 132,098 | 164,985 |
| 2010 | 1,769 | 75.8% | 98,593 | 132,647 | 169,629 |
| 2009 | 1,109 | 73.2% | 97,188 | 124,978 | 161,602 |
| 2008 | 2,543 | 70.6% | 102,999 | 140,095 | 175,396 |
| 2007 | 4,734 | 72.5% | 114,620 | 148,538 | 186,233 |
| 2006 | 4,254 | 70.8% | 101,868 | 137,752 | 185,904 |
| 2005 | 3,518 | 72.5% | 109,681 | 143,935 | 178,916 |
| 2004 | 1,624 | 69.7% | 114,574 | 144,157 | 178,166 |
| 2003 | 366 | 76.8% | 96,682 | 143,398 | 213,422 |
| 2001 | 223 | 78.0% | 65,952 | 93,874 | 126,182 |
| 2000 | 298 | 77.5% | 66,919 | 90,826 | 142,894 |
| 1999 | 340 | 77.9% | 78,226 | 111,714 | 169,124 |
How Long Does a Toyota Granvia Last?
Based on 2,080 Toyota Granvia vehicles on UK roads.
Toyota Granvia Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Granvia MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Toyota Granvia
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
80.8% MOT pass rate from 240 tests
69.7% MOT pass rate from 1,624 tests
The best year to buy a used Toyota Granvia is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.8% across 240 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Toyota Granvia Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Granvia THIS CAR | 72.5% | 37,326 | 134,992 mi | 31 yrs |
| Toyota Yaris | 77.7% | 9,038,234 | 54,896 mi | 27 yrs |
| Toyota Corolla | 75.4% | 4,239,724 | 75,409 mi | 36 yrs |
| Toyota Avensis | 75% | 3,497,866 | 89,776 mi | 28 yrs |
| Kawasaki ZX-7R | 81.4% | 36,749 | 21,054 mi | 30 yrs |
Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Granvia trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Toyota GranviaShould you buy a used Toyota Granvia?
The Toyota Granvia has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.5% across 37,326 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Toyota Granvia are fog lamp not working (1,114 recorded failures), exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (1,006), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (879). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Toyota Granvia owner drives around 5,335 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Toyota Granvia models stay on UK roads for around 31 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.