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TOYOTA HILUX (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,038 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

81%

Total Tests (2024)

1,038

Avg Mileage

28,387 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,840

Is the 2021 TOYOTA HILUX reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 3 years old, 81% of TOYOTA HILUXs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,038 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 28,387 miles.

How does the 2021 TOYOTA HILUX compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars3276th out of 3,373(top 97%)
Rank among all TOYOTA models582th out of 996(top 58%)
vs national average-1% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average-11% (92% avg)
vs TOYOTA average-3% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 TOYOTA HILUX has 28,387 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 HILUX?

The most reliable year is the 2018 model with a 88% MOT pass rate, while the 2001 model has the lowest at 70%. The 2021 sits between the two at 81%.

How much does a 2021 TOYOTA HILUX cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 2800cc)
£1,245
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,840
Per month£153/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

TOYOTA HILUX by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202181%1,03828,387 mi
202088%8,45149,813 mi
201988%9,70263,975 mi
201888%9,97774,335 mi
201786%9,60882,948 mi
201682%8,70088,215 mi
201579%10,41794,394 mi
201478%9,424101,858 mi
201376%8,145105,835 mi
201275%7,767114,215 mi
201173%7,679124,201 mi
201073%4,854132,562 mi
200973%3,416134,088 mi
200873%3,953141,229 mi
200774%3,571147,675 mi
200672%1,940147,502 mi
200574%2,450148,182 mi
200471%2,573158,060 mi
200373%1,911160,991 mi
200270%1,648154,069 mi
200170%1,041147,426 mi
200072%978158,021 mi
199972%1,717155,634 mi
199872%2,180164,247 mi
199774%956145,316 mi
199672%1,000161,430 mi
199576%659157,911 mi
199475%447150,345 mi
199381%291146,119 mi
199285%201137,343 mi
199178%221151,472 mi
199076%195151,093 mi

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About the 2021 TOYOTA HILUX

The 2021 TOYOTA HILUX is a large car with a 2800cc diesel engine. 1,038 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 97% of 2021 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 28,387 miles at 3 years old, TOYOTA HILUX owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 TOYOTA HILUX Fuel Costs

The 2800cc diesel engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 40 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,245 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 TOYOTA HILUX?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,840 (£153/month), broken down as £1245 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 81% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

TOYOTA HILUX Reliability Trend

Newer TOYOTA HILUXs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 4 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2021 TOYOTA HILUX

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 2018 model has the highest pass rate at 88%.

Alternatives to the 2021 TOYOTA HILUX

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: