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Toyota Proace Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Toyota Proace reliable? We analysed 98,626 real MOT tests across 16,505 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 98,626 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
76.4%
Typical Mileage
63,352mi
Annual Mileage
9,286mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
13yrs

The Toyota Proace is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Proace.

Toyota Proace Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Toyota Proace. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Toyota Proace MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Toyota Proace to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

83.2%
2023
80.1%
2022
80.3%
2021
80.8%
2020
80.4%
2019
78.8%
2018
79.4%
2017
73.1%
2016
69.3%
2015
69.8%
2014
70.2%
2013

Toyota Proace Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Toyota Proace models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,664
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 700
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 673

Toyota Proace Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Toyota Proace owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,633 mi/yr
Typical
9,286 mi/yr
Average
11,216 mi/yr
Heavy usage
14,529 mi/yr

Toyota Proace MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Proace year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 525 83.2% 16,348 31,210 52,349
2022 3,389 80.1% 30,053 46,050 66,118
2021 5,326 80.3% 32,026 46,866 67,778
2020 8,010 80.8% 34,103 53,862 79,179
2019 12,882 80.4% 36,119 54,987 79,531
2018 17,126 78.8% 42,372 62,229 89,067
2017 15,952 79.4% 42,231 64,302 93,461
2016 6,293 73.1% 42,914 66,324 96,412
2015 13,398 69.3% 50,331 73,505 101,758
2014 11,419 69.8% 54,606 80,075 110,277
2013 3,270 70.2% 50,348 78,876 109,226

How Long Does a Toyota Proace Last?

Based on 16,505 Toyota Proace vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.9 years
Median
6.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
13 years

Toyota Proace Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Proace MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
63,352 mi
75th Percentile
91,814 mi
95th Percentile
140,469 mi
Max Recorded
890,581 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Toyota Proace

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2023

83.2% MOT pass rate from 525 tests

Year to avoid
2015

69.3% MOT pass rate from 13,398 tests

The best year to buy a used Toyota Proace is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.2% across 525 tests. The 2015 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Toyota Proace Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Toyota Proace THIS CAR 76.4% 98,626 63,352 mi 13 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
Daihatsu Cuore 71.1% 59,235 47,452 mi 29 yrs

Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Proace sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Toyota Proace?

The Toyota Proace has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.4% across 98,626 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Toyota Proace with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Toyota Proace owner drives around 9,286 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 Proace models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. 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.

Toyota Proace — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Toyota Proace reliable?
Based on 98,626 MOT tests, the Toyota Proace has a 76.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Toyota Proace?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Toyota Proace do per year?
The typical Toyota Proace does around 9,286 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Toyota Proace last?
Most Toyota Proace models stay on UK roads for around 13 years based on our analysis of 16,505 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Toyota Proace?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Toyota Proace?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Toyota Proace is 2023 with a 83.2% pass rate across 525 tests.