Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 3,864 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,086

£174/month

MOT Pass Rate

95%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 18-32

1798cc Hybrid

Great Choice

95% pass rate, £2,086/year to run. 13 points above average.

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Hybrid1798cc5 years old3,864 tests31k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Hybrid, 1798cc)

~36 mpg (petrol-engine estimate; hybrids usually use less)

£1,631

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£2,086

Per month£174/mo

Per week£40/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. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

95% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Toyota brand average of 84%.

95% of MOT tests on Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVTs from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 3,864 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 30,670 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models723rd of 3,336(top 22%)

Rank among Toyota models140th of 970(top 15%)

vs average of all models+13%(82% avg)

vs 2021 models average+3%(92% avg)

vs Toyota average+11%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

30,670

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT had 30,670 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

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Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2024	97%	35	2,906 mi
2023	98%	129	20,111 mi
2022	96%	424	34,402 mi
2021	95%	3,864	30,670 mi
2020	94%	5,880	38,368 mi
2019	92%	235	42,684 mi

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About the 2021 Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT

The 2021 Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT is a family car. Our records list a 1798cc hybrid engine, though engines vary between versions. 3,864 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It ranks in the top 22% of all 2021 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 30,670 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT Fuel Costs

The 1798cc hybrid engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Our estimate uses around 36 mpg, the figure for a petrol engine of this size, which works out to roughly £1,631 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). As a hybrid it should use less than that, and real-world fuel costs depend a lot on how much electric-only driving you do.

What does it cost to own a 2021 Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,086 (£174/month), broken down as £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT Reliability Trend

The Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2021 Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT

At 5 years old, the Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

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.

Hybrid Battery Health

Medium risk

After 5 years, hybrid battery capacity may have reduced. A full replacement costs £2,000-£4,000, though reconditioning is cheaper at £500-£1,500.

Inverter and Power Electronics

Low risk

The inverter converts DC to AC for the electric motor. Failures are expensive (£1,500+) but relatively rare. Listen for unusual buzzing sounds.

Regenerative Braking

Medium risk

Brake discs can corrode from reduced use (the electric motor handles most braking). Surface rust is normal but deep pitting needs attention.

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 2021 Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT 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 Corolla Excel HEV CVT(2021)	95%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086
Toyota Yaris(2019)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£233
MINI Cooper S(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£233
Land Rover Range Rover Sport(2019)	94%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086same
Toyota Prius(2019)	94%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086same

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 2021 Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT

Is the 2021 Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 95% of MOT tests on 2021 Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVTs ended in a pass, from 3,864 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 13 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2021 Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,086 a year (£174 a month): £1,631 fuel, £200 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 2021 Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT?

95% of 3,864 MOT tests on the 2021 Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 723rd of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (top 22%).

Which year Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT has the highest MOT pass rate at 95% and the 2019 the lowest at 92%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2021 Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Toyota Corolla Excel HEV CVT is 30,670 miles, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.