TOYOTA COROLLA EXCEL HEV CVT (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 3,864 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests (2024)
3,864
Avg Mileage
30,670 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,772
Is the 2021 TOYOTA COROLLA EXCEL HEV CVT reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.
At 3 years old, 95% of TOYOTA COROLLA EXCEL HEV CVTs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 3,864 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 30,670 miles.
How does the 2021 TOYOTA COROLLA EXCEL HEV CVT compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 TOYOTA COROLLA EXCEL HEV CVT has 30,670 miles on the clock, 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.
Best year to buy a TOYOTA COROLLA EXCEL HEV CVT?
The most reliable year is the 2023 model with a 98% MOT pass rate, while the 2019 model has the lowest at 92%. The 2021 sits between the two at 95%.
How much does a 2021 TOYOTA COROLLA EXCEL HEV CVT cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
TOYOTA COROLLA EXCEL HEV CVT by Year
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About the 2021 TOYOTA COROLLA EXCEL HEV CVT
The 2021 TOYOTA COROLLA EXCEL HEV CVT is a family car with a 1798cc petrol engine. 3,864 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It ranks in the top 22% of all 2021 cars for reliability.
With an average of 30,670 miles at 3 years old, TOYOTA COROLLA EXCEL HEV CVT owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2021 TOYOTA COROLLA EXCEL HEV CVT Fuel Costs
The 1798cc 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 2021 TOYOTA COROLLA EXCEL HEV CVT?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,772 (£148/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £190 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
Newer TOYOTA COROLLA EXCEL HEV CVTs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 3 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2021 TOYOTA COROLLA EXCEL HEV CVT
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. If you're flexible on year, the 2023 model has the highest pass rate at 98%.
Alternatives to the 2021 TOYOTA COROLLA EXCEL HEV CVT
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- TOYOTA PRIUS (2019) 94% pass rate (-1%) from 32,127 tests
- TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVT (2021) 96% pass rate (+1%) from 19,884 tests
- TOYOTA COROLLA ICON TECH HEV CVT (2021) 94% pass rate (-1%) from 10,773 tests
- TOYOTA YARIS ICON HEV CVT (2021) 95% pass rate (same) from 9,164 tests