Toyota Estima (2023)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 54 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,413

£201/month

MOT Pass Rate

93%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 25-38

2369cc Petrol

Great Choice

93% pass rate, £2,413/year to run. 11 points above average.

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Petrol2369cc3 years old54 tests70k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 2369cc)

~30 mpg

£1,958

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£2,413

Per month£201/mo

Per week£46/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

93% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Toyota brand average of 84%.

93% of MOT tests on Toyota Estimas from 2023 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about a year old. That's based on 54 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 70,462 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2023 models123rd of 165(bottom half)

Rank among Toyota models249th of 970(top half)

vs average of all models+11%(82% avg)

vs 2023 models average-2%(95% avg)

vs Toyota average+9%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

70,462

Average miles

7,400

Expected for age

The average 2023 Toyota Estima had 70,462 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is well above the expected 7,400 miles for a 1-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2012 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 91%, while the 2002 model has the lowest at 68%. The 2023 scores 93%, but cars from 2023 weren't due their first routine MOT until 2026, so its figure isn't compared here. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

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 2023 Toyota Estima

The 2023 Toyota Estima is a large car. Our records list a 2369cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 54 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all models from 2023, the average MOT pass rate is 95%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 70,462 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Toyota Estima owners cover more miles than the average driver. High-mileage examples should be checked carefully for wear on suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components.

2023 Toyota Estima Fuel Costs

The 2369cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,958 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).

What does it cost to own a 2023 Toyota Estima?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,413 (£201/month), broken down as £1,958 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Toyota Estima Reliability Trend

Newer Toyota Estimas pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 7 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2023 Toyota Estima

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 2012 model has the highest pass rate at 91%. Note: with only 54 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

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.

Oil Consumption

Low risk

Larger petrol engines can develop higher oil consumption as they age. Check the oil level and look for blue smoke from the exhaust.

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 2023 Toyota Estima 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 Estima(2023)	93%	£1,958	£200	Grp 25-38	£2,413
Mercedes A(2021)	94%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086-£327
Ford Ranger(2021)	90%	£1,958	£200	Grp 25-38	£2,413same
Skoda Kodiaq(2021)	93%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086-£327
BMW M135I Xdrive Auto(2021)	94%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086-£327

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 2023 Toyota Estima

Is the 2023 Toyota Estima reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 93% of MOT tests on 2023 Toyota Estimas ended in a pass, from 54 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2023 Toyota Estima cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,413 a year (£201 a month): £1,958 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 2023 Toyota Estima?

93% of 54 MOT tests on the 2023 Toyota Estima ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 123rd of 165 models first registered in 2023 (bottom half).

Which year Toyota Estima has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2012 Toyota Estima has the highest MOT pass rate at 91% and the 2002 the lowest at 68%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2023 Toyota Estima?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2023 Toyota Estima is 70,462 miles, which is well above the expected 7,400 miles for a 1-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.