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TOYOTA AVENSIS (1998)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 918 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

73%

Total Tests (2024)

918

Avg Mileage

122,408 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,827

Is the 1998 TOYOTA AVENSIS reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 9 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.

At 26 years old, 73% of TOYOTA AVENSISs from 1998 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 918 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 122,408 miles.

How does the 1998 TOYOTA AVENSIS compare?

Rank among all 1998 cars186th out of 340(top 55%)
Rank among all TOYOTA models859th out of 996(top 86%)
vs national average-9% (82% avg)
vs 1998 cars average-2% (75% avg)
vs TOYOTA average-11% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 1998 TOYOTA AVENSIS has 122,408 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 192,400 miles for a 26-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a TOYOTA AVENSIS?

The most reliable year is the 2017 model with a 88% MOT pass rate, while the 1999 model has the lowest at 70%. The 1998 sits between the two at 73%.

How much does a 1998 TOYOTA AVENSIS cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1587cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£500
Total per year£1,827
Per month£152/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

TOYOTA AVENSIS by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201888%1,79895,222 mi
201788%4,07886,161 mi
201687%5,83697,189 mi
201585%5,426117,294 mi
201483%5,229133,017 mi
201382%5,353135,382 mi
201281%8,379130,725 mi
201179%7,416127,805 mi
201079%9,581130,166 mi
200977%9,074129,424 mi
200875%9,083128,873 mi
200775%9,118134,277 mi
200673%8,473130,077 mi
200574%6,330124,984 mi
200476%4,759117,887 mi
200375%3,437116,046 mi
200271%1,627112,717 mi
200176%1,121111,507 mi
200073%744112,081 mi
199970%1,232122,912 mi
199873%918122,408 mi

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About the 1998 TOYOTA AVENSIS

The 1998 TOYOTA AVENSIS is a small family car with a 1587cc petrol engine. 918 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 1998, the average MOT pass rate is 75%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 122,408 miles at 26 years old, TOYOTA AVENSIS owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

1998 TOYOTA AVENSIS Fuel Costs

The 1587cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 1998 TOYOTA AVENSIS?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,827 (£152/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 73% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

TOYOTA AVENSIS Reliability Trend

Newer TOYOTA AVENSISs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 9 percentage points.

Buying a Used 1998 TOYOTA AVENSIS

At 26 years old, the TOYOTA AVENSIS is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2017 model has the highest pass rate at 88%.

Alternatives to the 1998 TOYOTA AVENSIS

If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: