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TOYOTA CAMRY (1994)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 45 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

51%

Total Tests (2024)

45

Avg Mileage

140,494 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,597

Is the 1994 TOYOTA CAMRY reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 31 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.

At 30 years old, 51% of TOYOTA CAMRYs from 1994 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 45 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 140,494 miles.

How does the 1994 TOYOTA CAMRY compare?

Rank among all 1994 cars208th out of 212(top 98%)
Rank among all TOYOTA models995th out of 996(top 100%)
vs national average-31% (82% avg)
vs 1994 cars average-25% (76% avg)
vs TOYOTA average-33% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 1994 TOYOTA CAMRY has 140,494 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 222,000 miles for a 30-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a TOYOTA CAMRY?

The most reliable year is the 2012 model with a 100% MOT pass rate, while the 1998 model has the lowest at 78%. The 1994 sits between the two at 51%.

How much does a 1994 TOYOTA CAMRY cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 2164cc)
£1,592
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£2,597
Per month£216/mo

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

TOYOTA CAMRY by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202297%3739,198 mi
202196%44638,287 mi
202096%66443,951 mi
201994%75969,887 mi
2018100%3464,225 mi
2017100%4364,307 mi
201396%5362,075 mi
2012100%6075,728 mi
200489%46100,855 mi
200387%70113,647 mi
200286%189111,449 mi
200184%4995,017 mi
200077%35123,470 mi
199984%100123,640 mi
199878%174122,735 mi
199778%268124,512 mi
199675%40117,255 mi
199581%32106,634 mi
199451%45140,494 mi
199272%47122,600 mi

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About the 1994 TOYOTA CAMRY

The 1994 TOYOTA CAMRY is a family car with a 2164cc petrol engine. 45 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 98% of 1994 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 140,494 miles at 30 years old, TOYOTA CAMRY owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

1994 TOYOTA CAMRY Fuel Costs

The 2164cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 1994 TOYOTA CAMRY?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 51% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

TOYOTA CAMRY Reliability Trend

Newer TOYOTA CAMRYs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 14 percentage points.

Buying a Used 1994 TOYOTA CAMRY

At 30 years old, the TOYOTA CAMRY 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 2012 model has the highest pass rate at 100%. Note: with only 45 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 1994 TOYOTA CAMRY

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: