Toyota Supra Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Toyota Supra reliable? We analysed 81,448 real MOT tests across 9,954 vehicles to find out.
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The Toyota Supra is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brake binding and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Supra.
Toyota Supra Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Toyota Supra. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Toyota Supra MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Toyota Supra to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Toyota Supra Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Toyota Supra fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Toyota Supra Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Toyota Supra owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Toyota Supra MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Supra year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 60 | 81.7% | 51,262 | 107,882 | 150,636 |
| 2018 | 59 | 88.1% | 35,547 | 52,889 | 106,459 |
| 2017 | 107 | 86.0% | 67,693 | 100,543 | 118,204 |
| 2016 | 201 | 83.6% | 59,817 | 104,687 | 135,105 |
| 2015 | 258 | 87.2% | 69,628 | 95,913 | 132,685 |
| 2014 | 115 | 87.0% | 101,712 | 117,730 | 127,968 |
| 2013 | 167 | 80.8% | 56,544 | 95,783 | 109,181 |
| 2012 | 92 | 88.0% | 67,408 | 91,944 | 104,578 |
| 2011 | 181 | 81.2% | 85,878 | 102,165 | 125,778 |
| 2010 | 327 | 82.0% | 80,479 | 100,677 | 131,629 |
| 2009 | 477 | 76.5% | 83,701 | 105,465 | 137,793 |
| 2008 | 936 | 77.2% | 73,130 | 99,173 | 129,376 |
| 2007 | 2,321 | 77.6% | 82,575 | 109,869 | 137,329 |
| 2006 | 3,412 | 74.9% | 88,431 | 112,014 | 136,722 |
| 2005 | 4,890 | 74.8% | 91,041 | 118,470 | 145,867 |
| 2004 | 5,049 | 75.3% | 87,250 | 116,054 | 145,345 |
| 2003 | 4,438 | 76.6% | 74,098 | 99,829 | 131,678 |
| 2002 | 2,499 | 76.4% | 69,428 | 94,865 | 124,070 |
| 2001 | 1,958 | 75.3% | 75,644 | 107,030 | 138,878 |
| 2000 | 2,635 | 76.0% | 80,097 | 108,839 | 148,844 |
How Long Does a Toyota Supra Last?
Based on 9,954 Toyota Supra vehicles on UK roads.
Toyota Supra Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Supra 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 Supra
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.1% MOT pass rate from 59 tests
69.8% MOT pass rate from 1,376 tests
The best year to buy a used Toyota Supra is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.1% across 59 tests. The 1987 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Toyota Supra Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Supra THIS CAR | 74.9% | 81,448 | 109,957 mi | 40 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 |
| Aprilia Rsv | 86.8% | 87,683 | 13,065 mi | 27 yrs |
Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Supra trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Toyota SupraShould you buy a used Toyota Supra?
The Toyota Supra has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.9% across 81,448 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Toyota Supra are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4,389 recorded failures), brake binding (2,226), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (1,752). 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 Supra owner drives around 1,964 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 Supra models stay on UK roads for around 40 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.