Toyota Lucida Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Toyota Lucida reliable? We analysed 99,205 real MOT tests across 9,970 vehicles to find out.
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The Toyota Lucida is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include fog lamp not working, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Lucida.
Toyota Lucida Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Toyota Lucida. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Toyota Lucida MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Toyota Lucida to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Toyota Lucida Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Toyota Lucida fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Toyota Lucida Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Toyota Lucida owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Toyota Lucida MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Lucida year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 60 | 71.7% | 98,128 | 125,870 | 166,788 |
| 2012 | 140 | 70.0% | 90,006 | 118,261 | 152,036 |
| 2011 | 201 | 64.2% | 96,866 | 124,659 | 164,172 |
| 2010 | 412 | 71.1% | 81,149 | 108,615 | 136,954 |
| 2009 | 675 | 67.3% | 97,956 | 130,723 | 164,975 |
| 2008 | 1,773 | 69.2% | 90,836 | 122,587 | 160,922 |
| 2007 | 4,473 | 68.6% | 92,387 | 122,472 | 158,957 |
| 2006 | 8,024 | 68.6% | 90,704 | 122,245 | 158,242 |
| 2005 | 10,125 | 67.8% | 97,906 | 128,730 | 162,008 |
| 2004 | 10,923 | 67.0% | 103,501 | 135,886 | 171,116 |
| 2003 | 7,995 | 66.2% | 106,053 | 135,664 | 170,010 |
| 2002 | 2,577 | 67.8% | 103,392 | 137,130 | 173,385 |
| 2001 | 1,418 | 65.4% | 115,244 | 144,685 | 184,386 |
| 2000 | 1,237 | 66.3% | 117,562 | 154,454 | 189,152 |
| 1999 | 1,512 | 66.7% | 108,371 | 148,834 | 189,830 |
| 1998 | 1,548 | 68.1% | 95,842 | 137,551 | 178,666 |
| 1997 | 3,978 | 68.5% | 93,742 | 124,790 | 160,331 |
| 1996 | 8,873 | 68.2% | 94,566 | 125,197 | 160,766 |
| 1995 | 10,044 | 67.4% | 101,706 | 132,552 | 169,970 |
| 1994 | 8,527 | 66.8% | 102,394 | 132,736 | 166,620 |
How Long Does a Toyota Lucida Last?
Based on 9,970 Toyota Lucida vehicles on UK roads.
Toyota Lucida Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Lucida 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 Lucida
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
71.7% MOT pass rate from 60 tests
64.2% MOT pass rate from 201 tests
The best year to buy a used Toyota Lucida is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 71.7% across 60 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Toyota Lucida Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Lucida THIS CAR | 67.2% | 99,205 | 132,418 mi | 34 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 |
| Ford Courier | 61.3% | 32,371 | 80,261 mi | 32 yrs |
Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Lucida trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Toyota LucidaShould you buy a used Toyota Lucida?
The Toyota Lucida has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.2% across 99,205 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Toyota Lucida are fog lamp not working (5,826 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (5,757), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5,614). 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 Lucida owner drives around 7,873 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 Lucida models stay on UK roads for around 34 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.