TOYOTA ESTIMA (2001)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 48 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
60%
Total Tests (2024)
48
Avg Mileage
157,482 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 2001 TOYOTA ESTIMA reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 22 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.
At 23 years old, 60% of TOYOTA ESTIMAs from 2001 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 48 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 157,482 miles.
How does the 2001 TOYOTA ESTIMA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2001 TOYOTA ESTIMA has 157,482 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 170,200 miles for a 23-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
Best year to buy a TOYOTA ESTIMA?
The most reliable year is the 2024 model with a 100% MOT pass rate, while the 2002 model has the lowest at 68%. The 2001 sits between the two at 60%.
How much does a 2001 TOYOTA ESTIMA cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
TOYOTA ESTIMA by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 100% | 58 | 61,359 mi |
| 2023 | 93% | 54 | 70,462 mi |
| 2022 | 84% | 75 | 81,193 mi |
| 2021 | 81% | 917 | 102,879 mi |
| 2020 | 80% | 1,189 | 110,635 mi |
| 2019 | 88% | 1,599 | 108,726 mi |
| 2018 | 89% | 1,859 | 89,214 mi |
| 2017 | 91% | 2,476 | 79,255 mi |
| 2016 | 88% | 2,387 | 94,174 mi |
| 2015 | 87% | 2,010 | 93,735 mi |
| 2014 | 90% | 3,038 | 90,170 mi |
| 2013 | 91% | 4,223 | 81,516 mi |
| 2012 | 91% | 4,455 | 81,616 mi |
| 2011 | 87% | 2,879 | 85,511 mi |
| 2010 | 87% | 3,823 | 90,321 mi |
| 2009 | 87% | 3,463 | 89,757 mi |
| 2008 | 86% | 2,498 | 98,717 mi |
| 2007 | 83% | 1,815 | 102,331 mi |
| 2006 | 83% | 1,658 | 103,888 mi |
| 2005 | 73% | 289 | 99,967 mi |
| 2004 | 77% | 322 | 118,674 mi |
| 2003 | 74% | 232 | 140,549 mi |
| 2002 | 68% | 117 | 137,804 mi |
| 2001 | 60% | 48 | 157,482 mi |
| 2000 | 67% | 33 | 141,989 mi |
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About the 2001 TOYOTA ESTIMA
The 2001 TOYOTA ESTIMA is a large car with a 3000cc petrol engine. 48 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 97% of 2001 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 157,482 miles at 23 years old, TOYOTA ESTIMA owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2001 TOYOTA ESTIMA Fuel Costs
The 3000cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. 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 2001 TOYOTA ESTIMA?
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 60% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
TOYOTA ESTIMA Reliability Trend
Newer TOYOTA ESTIMAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 7 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2001 TOYOTA ESTIMA
At 23 years old, the TOYOTA ESTIMA 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 2024 model has the highest pass rate at 100%. Note: with only 48 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2001 TOYOTA ESTIMA
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- BMW 3 SERIES (2001) 77% pass rate (+17%) from 9,406 tests
- BMW Z3 (1999) 78% pass rate (+18%) from 8,191 tests
- PORSCHE BOXSTER (2003) 82% pass rate (+22%) from 5,008 tests
- JAGUAR X-TYPE (2003) 71% pass rate (+11%) from 4,250 tests