At a Glance
Perodua has 45 identified common problems across 4 models, with the Nippa being the most affected model and bodywork the most common problem category. Based on 96K MOT tests from DVSA data.
Problems are patterns in the DVSA data that occur significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average — confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read how we identify common car problems →
Below: per-model breakdowns of Perodua common problems, MOT failure rates by category, pass-rate data, and repair patterns drawn from 96K DVSA MOT tests across 20 years. Click any model to see generation-specific issues, mileage-banded fault patterns, and the most common MOT failures recorded by UK testers.
MOT Tests & Failures by Model
Top Perodua models by MOT tests, failures, and identified problems from DVSA data
Hover over each bar for a full breakdown. Tap any bar to view that model's problems.
Showing total MOT tests, failures, and known problems per make. Hover over each bar for a full breakdown.
Tell Us About Your Problem
Help other Perodua owners — report a problem and we'll add it to the database
Tell Us About Your Problem
Help other Perodua owners — report a problem and we'll add it to the database
Looking for a garage to repair your Perodua?
Search our directory of 12,000+ UK garages by service and postcode — every garage has verified Google reviews.
Perodua Common Problems by Model
Select a model to see problems by generation
Most Common Perodua MOT Failures
Every reason Perodua vehicles fail their MOT, ranked by frequency. Select an individual year to see only that year’s failures, or stay on ‘All time’ for the combined picture across our 20 years of DVSA data. Scroll inside the table for the full list.
| # | Failure | % of failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyre tread depth below limit | 20.48% |
| 2 | Number plate lamp not working | 6.55% |
| 3 | Exhaust system fault | 5.46% |
| 4 | Tyre condition | 5.38% |
| 5 | Brake hydraulic component worn | 4.77% |
| 6 | Suspension joint or bush worn | 4.20% |
| 7 | Brake pads or linings worn | 3.99% |
| 8 | Windscreen washer not working | 3.85% |
| 9 | Stop lamp not working | 3.09% |
| 10 | Rigid brake pipe corroded or damaged | 2.80% |
| 11 | Brake performance below minimum | 2.51% |
| 12 | Driveshaft fault | 2.47% |
| 13 | Suspension mounting corroded | 2.41% |
| 14 | Front lamp not working | 2.26% |
| 15 | Headlamp aim defect | 2.12% |
| 16 | Brake disc or drum worn | 1.86% |
| 17 | Wiper blades deteriorated | 1.61% |
| 18 | Windscreen damage affecting view | 1.36% |
| 19 | Shock absorber worn or leaking | 1.08% |
| 20 | Position lamp not working | 1.04% |
| 21 | Body corrosion or damage | 1.02% |
| 22 | Indicator fault | 0.92% |
| 23 | Track rod end worn | 0.87% |
| 24 | Seat belt condition | 0.84% |
| 25 | Rear suspension fault | 0.83% |
| 26 | Spark ignition emissions above threshold | 0.83% |
| 27 | Chassis condition | 0.81% |
| 28 | Coil spring broken or corroded | 0.77% |
| 29 | Battery loose or leaking | 0.73% |
| 30 | Mirror damaged or missing | 0.73% |
| 31 | Ball joint dust cover split | 0.68% |
| 32 | Catalytic converter efficiency low | 0.64% |
| 33 | Headlamp fault | 0.58% |
| 34 | Rear lamp not working | 0.57% |
| 35 | Parking brake performance below minimum | 0.54% |
| 36 | Fog lamp not working | 0.46% |
| 37 | Front suspension fault | 0.45% |
| 38 | Airbag warning light on | 0.40% |
| 39 | Brake pedal fault | 0.39% |
| 40 | Tyre size or type not matched | 0.39% |
| 41 | Tyre valve stem damaged | 0.39% |
| 42 | Wheel bearing worn | 0.38% |
| 43 | Front suspension joint worn | 0.38% |
| 44 | Steering rack fault | 0.37% |
| 45 | Spring mounting corroded | 0.36% |
| 46 | MacPherson strut worn | 0.33% |
| 47 | Vehicle structure corrosion | 0.32% |
| 48 | Parking brake condition | 0.31% |
| 49 | Horn not working | 0.26% |
| 50 | Dashboard warning lamp fault | 0.21% |
| 51 | Subframe mounting corroded | 0.17% |
| 52 | Rear fog lamp not working | 0.17% |
| 53 | Bonnet catch or hinge fault | 0.15% |
| 54 | Brake caliper fault | 0.15% |
| 55 | Brake pedal movement restricted | 0.14% |
| 56 | Suspension linkage fault | 0.14% |
| 57 | Engine oil leak | 0.14% |
| 58 | ABS fault | 0.12% |
| 59 | Brake fluid level low or contaminated | 0.12% |
| 60 | Electrical switch fault | 0.12% |
| 61 | Flexible brake hose damaged | 0.12% |
| 62 | Brake fluid leak | 0.11% |
| 63 | Fuel pipe corroded or damaged | 0.09% |
| 64 | Brake lever fault | 0.09% |
| 65 | Compression ignition emissions above threshold | 0.09% |
| 66 | Bumper damaged or insecure | 0.08% |
| 67 | Fuel tank corroded or leaking | 0.08% |
| 68 | Fuel cap damaged or missing | 0.07% |
| 69 | Rear reflector damaged or missing | 0.07% |
| 70 | Steering wheel damaged or insecure | 0.07% |
| 71 | Electrical wiring fault | 0.06% |
| 72 | Subframe corrosion or damage | 0.06% |
| 73 | Suspension arm worn or corroded | 0.06% |
| 74 | Headlamp levelling device fault | 0.06% |
| 75 | Anti-roll bar worn or corroded | 0.06% |
| 76 | Brake fluid warning light on | 0.05% |
| 77 | Steering lock fault | 0.05% |
| 78 | Reversing lamp not working | 0.05% |
| 79 | Bonded suspension condition | 0.05% |
| 80 | King pin or swivel pin worn | 0.04% |
| 81 | Fuel hose damaged or leaking | 0.04% |
| 82 | Suspension retaining or locking device fault | 0.04% |
| 83 | Steering free play excessive | 0.04% |
| 84 | Vehicle floor corroded | 0.04% |
| 85 | Body security fault | 0.04% |
| 86 | Boot lid damaged or insecure | 0.04% |
| 87 | CV joint worn | 0.04% |
| 88 | Rear fog lamp warning light fault | 0.03% |
| 89 | Steering arm worn | 0.03% |
| 90 | Steering drive system fault | 0.03% |
| 91 | Driver airbag fault | 0.03% |
| 92 | Handbrake lever fault | 0.03% |
| 93 | Hydraulic brake cylinder fault | 0.03% |
| 94 | Steering operation fault | 0.03% |
| 95 | Tailgate damaged or insecure | 0.03% |
| 96 | Exhaust emissions above threshold (non-catalyst) | 0.03% |
| 97 | Speedometer fault | 0.03% |
| 98 | Brake air or vacuum system fault | 0.02% |
| 99 | Brake wheel cylinder fault | 0.02% |
| 100 | Drag link end worn | 0.02% |
| 101 | Steering column fault | 0.02% |
| 102 | Driver door fault | 0.02% |
| 103 | Front passenger door fault | 0.02% |
| 104 | Power steering pipe or hose leaking | 0.02% |
| 105 | Power steering ram fault | 0.02% |
| 106 | Undertray damaged or missing | 0.02% |
| 107 | Brake cable, rod, lever or linkage fault | 0.02% |
| 108 | Engine mounting worn or broken | 0.02% |
| 109 | Mirror or camera fault | 0.02% |
| 110 | Towbar fault | 0.02% |
| 111 | Brake master cylinder fault | 0.01% |
| 112 | Driver seat fault | 0.01% |
| 113 | Steering coupling worn | 0.01% |
| 114 | Handbrake cable fault | 0.01% |
| 115 | Power steering pump fault | 0.01% |
| 116 | Axle beam corroded or cracked | <0.01% |
| 117 | Axle corroded or damaged | <0.01% |
| 118 | Brake back plate corroded or damaged | <0.01% |
| 119 | Exhaust leak | <0.01% |
| 120 | Indicator warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 121 | Propshaft fault | <0.01% |
| 122 | Suspension unit fault | <0.01% |
| 123 | Trailing arm worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 124 | Brake fluid reservoir fault | <0.01% |
| 125 | Brake servo fault | <0.01% |
| 126 | Brake valve fault | <0.01% |
| 127 | Main beam warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 128 | Passenger seat fault | <0.01% |
| 129 | Suspension linkage attachment bracket or mounting corroded | <0.01% |
| 130 | Suspension rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 131 | Tie bar or rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 132 | Transmission drive belt fault | <0.01% |
| 133 | Additional braking device fault | <0.01% |
| 134 | Body strengthening plate corroded | <0.01% |
| 135 | Brake master cylinder or servo mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 136 | Electronic parking brake fault | <0.01% |
| 137 | Front fog lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 138 | Handbrake mechanism or mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 139 | Hazard warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 140 | Hydraulic fluid leak | <0.01% |
| 141 | Passenger airbag fault | <0.01% |
| 142 | Passenger compartment corrosion | <0.01% |
| 143 | Steering box fault | <0.01% |
| 144 | Steering damper fault | <0.01% |
| 145 | Steering lock stop fault | <0.01% |
| 146 | Suspension air bellows damaged | <0.01% |
| 147 | Torsion bar worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 148 | Transmission oil leak | <0.01% |
| 149 | Window damaged or won't operate | <0.01% |
Showing all 149 reasons — scroll inside the table for the full list.
Perodua MOT Failures by Category
Total MOT failure occurrences for Perodua, grouped by category. Same data as the failures table above — just sliced by category instead of fault title. Hover a slice for the top failures in each category.
Join as a car owner — free
Get MOT reminders, a pre-MOT checklist, and tools to compare garages near you.
MOT Reminders
Free email alerts 28 and 7 days before your MOT expires.
44-Point MOT Checklist
Printable checklist to inspect your car before the test.
Save Favourite Garages
Save garages you trust and compare their ratings side by side.
Already a member? Sign in
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Perodua problems?
Based on analysis of 96K Perodua MOT tests from DVSA data, Perodua has 45 identified common problems across 4 models. The Perodua Nippa has the most recorded problems. Bodywork issues are the most common category.
Which Perodua model has the most problems?
By total identified common problems, the Perodua Nippa has the highest count with 24 problems. This is partly because it is one of the more popular Perodua models on UK roads. See the models grid for a full breakdown.
How is this data calculated?
We analyse anonymised DVSA MOT test records under the Open Government Licence. An issue is classified as a "Common Problem" when it occurs significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average, confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read the full methodology page for details.
Can I report a problem with my Perodua?
Yes — use the "Tell Us About Your Problem" form on this page. Your report helps other Perodua owners spot problems early. We review all submissions before they are published.
Search Vehicles With Common Problems
Find common car problems, MOT failures, and advisories for any make and model
