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TOYOTA AVENSIS (2011)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 7,416 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

79%

Total Tests (2024)

7,416

Avg Mileage

127,805 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,827

Is the 2011 TOYOTA AVENSIS reliable?

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

At 13 years old, 79% of TOYOTA AVENSISs from 2011 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 7,416 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 127,805 miles.

How does the 2011 TOYOTA AVENSIS compare?

Rank among all 2011 cars346th out of 615(top 56%)
Rank among all TOYOTA models634th out of 996(top 64%)
vs national average-3% (82% avg)
vs 2011 cars average+2% (77% avg)
vs TOYOTA average-5% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2011 TOYOTA AVENSIS has 127,805 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 96,200 miles for a 13-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

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 2011 sits between the two at 79%.

How much does a 2011 TOYOTA AVENSIS cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1598cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£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 2011 TOYOTA AVENSIS

The 2011 TOYOTA AVENSIS is a small family car with a 1598cc petrol engine. 7,416 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2011, the average MOT pass rate is 77%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 127,805 miles at 13 years old, TOYOTA AVENSIS owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2011 TOYOTA AVENSIS Fuel Costs

The 1598cc 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 2011 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 79% 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 2011 TOYOTA AVENSIS

At 13 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%. With 7,416 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2011 TOYOTA AVENSIS

The TOYOTA AVENSIS is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: