Toyota BB (2011)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 46 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,928

£161/month

MOT Pass Rate

93%

Excellent

Road Tax

£275

Estimated/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 12-25

1496cc Petrol

Great Choice

93% pass rate, £1,928/year to run. 11 points above average.

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Petrol1496cc15 years old46 tests73k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1496cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Estimated CO2 band

£275

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,928

Per month£161/mo

Per week£37/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

Reliability Verdict

93% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Toyota brand average of 84%.

93% of MOT tests on Toyota BBs from 2011 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 13 years old. That's based on 46 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 73,458 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2011 models65th of 595(top 11%)

Rank among Toyota models251st of 970(top half)

vs average of all models+11%(82% avg)

vs 2011 models average+16%(77% avg)

vs Toyota average+9%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

73,458

Average miles

96,200

Expected for age

The average 2011 Toyota BB had 73,458 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is below the expected 96,200 miles for a 13-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Toyota BB by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2012	91%	35	62,412 mi
2011	93%	46	73,458 mi
2007	74%	43	115,465 mi

Similar Cars to Consider

Vauxhall Corsa

2012 · 1398cc Petrol

£2,153/year

76%

-17%

Ford Focus

2013 · 1596cc Petrol

£2,228/year

78%

-15%

Nissan Qashqai

2013 · 1600cc Petrol

£2,228/year

72%

-21%

Volkswagen Polo

2011 · 1198cc Petrol

£1,900/year

75%

-18%

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About the 2011 Toyota BB

The 2011 Toyota BB is a small family car. Our records list a 1496cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 46 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 11% of all 2011 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 73,458 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Toyota BB owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2011 Toyota BB Fuel Costs

The 1496cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2011 Toyota BB?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,928 (£161/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £275 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2011 Toyota BB

At 15 years old, the Toyota BB 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. Note: with only 46 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2011 Toyota BB stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Toyota BB(2011)	93%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£1,928
Vauxhall Corsa(2012)	76%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153+£225
Ford Focus(2013)	78%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,228+£300
Nissan Qashqai(2013)	72%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,228+£300
Volkswagen Polo(2011)	75%	£1,175	£170	Grp 5-15	£1,900-£28

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2011 Toyota BB

Is the 2011 Toyota BB reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 93% of MOT tests on 2011 Toyota BBs ended in a pass, from 46 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2011 Toyota BB cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,928 a year (£161 a month): £1,398 fuel, £275 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2011 Toyota BB?

93% of 46 MOT tests on the 2011 Toyota BB ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 65th of 595 models first registered in 2011 (top 11%).

What is the average mileage for a 2011 Toyota BB?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2011 Toyota BB is 73,458 miles, which is below the expected 96,200 miles for a 13-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.