TOYOTA FJ CRUISER (2014)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 67 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
99%
Total Tests (2024)
67
Avg Mileage
73,905 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,097
Is the 2014 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 17 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.
At 10 years old, 99% of TOYOTA FJ CRUISERs from 2014 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 67 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 73,905 miles.
How does the 2014 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2014 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER has 73,905 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 74,000 miles for a 10-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2014 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 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 FJ CRUISER by Year
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About the 2014 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER
The 2014 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER is a performance with a 4000cc petrol engine. 67 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 4% of all 2014 cars for reliability.
With an average of 73,905 miles at 10 years old, TOYOTA FJ CRUISER owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2014 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER Fuel Costs
The 4000cc 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 2014 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,097 (£175/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 99% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
TOYOTA FJ CRUISER Reliability Trend
Newer TOYOTA FJ CRUISERs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 4 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2014 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER
At 10 years old, the TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 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. Note: with only 67 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2014 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER
The TOYOTA FJ CRUISER is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol performances from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MERCEDES C (2016) 88% pass rate (-11%) from 80,181 tests
- AUDI A6 (2016) 89% pass rate (-10%) from 26,437 tests
- PORSCHE MACAN (2015) 91% pass rate (-8%) from 10,904 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG (2015) 85% pass rate (-14%) from 9,905 tests