Perodua Myvi (2012)
2012 Perodua Myvi
CarHunch analysed 226 real MOT records for the 2012 Perodua Myvi. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2012 Perodua Myvi's 82.3% first-time pass rate sits just above the UK average of 80%, which is respectable—but the real concern is that nearly a third (32.3%) of these vehicles have recorded dangerous defects at some point, well above what you'd want to see. This suggests safety-critical issues are more common than typical, and that's worth factoring into your decision if you're considering a used example.
These cars show relatively light mileage for their age, averaging 40,642 miles, which is actually favourable and suggests gentler use. However, the average 2.38 failures per vehicle indicates structural problems do emerge, and the high advisory count of 18.5 per car points to gradual wear and minor issues you'll need to budget for—so get a full pre-purchase inspection and have a mechanic specifically check the brake and suspension components, where many dangerous defects cluster.
What to check before buying a 2012 Perodua Myvi
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 32.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 225 | 82.3% | 2.39 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 85.7% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2012 Perodua Myvi vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2012 Perodua Myvi vehicles fall between 26,885 and 50,503 miles.
2012 Perodua Myvi — Still on the Road
174 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 79% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2012 Perodua Myvi
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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51.6%
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play
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44.8%
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play
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33%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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31.3%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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31.3%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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31.1%
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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28.3%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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28.2%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2012. Counts include advisories and failures.
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