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TOYOTA COROLLA (2011)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 40 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

80%

Total Tests (2024)

40

Avg Mileage

100,568 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,867

Is the 2011 TOYOTA COROLLA reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It falls below the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.

At 13 years old, 80% of TOYOTA COROLLAs from 2011 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 40 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 100,568 miles.

How does the 2011 TOYOTA COROLLA compare?

Rank among all 2011 cars338th out of 615(top 55%)
Rank among all TOYOTA models625th out of 996(top 63%)
vs national average-2% (82% avg)
vs 2011 cars average+3% (77% avg)
vs TOYOTA average-4% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2011 TOYOTA COROLLA has 100,568 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 96,200 miles for a 13-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a TOYOTA COROLLA?

The most reliable year is the 2023 model with a 100% MOT pass rate, while the 1995 model has the lowest at 67%. The 2011 sits between the two at 80%.

How much does a 2011 TOYOTA COROLLA cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1796cc)
£1,327
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,867
Per month£156/mo

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

TOYOTA COROLLA by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
2023100%7518,202 mi
202294%40142,043 mi
202194%1,30839,747 mi
202095%2,52457,912 mi
201993%24,00558,242 mi
201895%8648,003 mi
201793%5761,135 mi
201694%7990,072 mi
201589%7690,127 mi
201488%12271,225 mi
201278%32128,314 mi
201180%40100,568 mi
201080%170112,661 mi
200979%2,149118,336 mi
200879%5,732126,408 mi
200777%7,949119,960 mi
200677%21,442106,653 mi
200576%19,418108,282 mi
200473%13,180106,596 mi
200372%9,687104,448 mi
200274%6,605104,736 mi
200176%3,34397,253 mi
200075%2,04697,694 mi
199973%3,483102,510 mi
199872%3,048101,653 mi
199776%1,582102,772 mi
199680%528100,779 mi
199567%52298,779 mi
199476%533104,731 mi
199378%469107,208 mi
199281%414101,100 mi
199184%18081,805 mi
199081%20988,425 mi

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About the 2011 TOYOTA COROLLA

The 2011 TOYOTA COROLLA is a family car with a 1796cc petrol engine. 40 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model 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 100,568 miles at 13 years old, TOYOTA COROLLA owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2011 TOYOTA COROLLA Fuel Costs

The 1796cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 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 COROLLA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,867 (£156/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 80% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

TOYOTA COROLLA Reliability Trend

Newer TOYOTA COROLLAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 12 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2011 TOYOTA COROLLA

At 13 years old, the TOYOTA COROLLA 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 2023 model has the highest pass rate at 100%. Note: with only 40 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2011 TOYOTA COROLLA

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