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TOYOTA IQ (2010)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 6,321 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

84%

Total Tests (2024)

6,321

Avg Mileage

75,707 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,390

Is the 2010 TOYOTA IQ reliable?

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

At 14 years old, 84% of TOYOTA IQs from 2010 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 6,321 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 75,707 miles.

How does the 2010 TOYOTA IQ compare?

Rank among all 2010 cars158th out of 575(top 27%)
Rank among all TOYOTA models501th out of 996(top 50%)
vs national average+2% (82% avg)
vs 2010 cars average+9% (75% avg)
vs TOYOTA average+0% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2010 TOYOTA IQ has 75,707 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 103,600 miles for a 14-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a TOYOTA IQ?

The most reliable year is the 2014 model with a 91% MOT pass rate, while the 2010 model has the lowest at 84%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.

How much does a 2010 TOYOTA IQ cost to run?

Fuel (Petrol, 996cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,390
Per month£116/mo

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

TOYOTA IQ by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201491%1,34146,428 mi
201388%2,09154,018 mi
201287%3,85562,591 mi
201186%4,21567,452 mi
201084%6,32175,707 mi
200984%10,58578,425 mi
200888%3270,732 mi

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About the 2010 TOYOTA IQ

The 2010 TOYOTA IQ is a city car with a 996cc petrol engine. 6,321 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2010, the average MOT pass rate is 75%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 75,707 miles at 14 years old, TOYOTA IQ owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2010 TOYOTA IQ Fuel Costs

The modest 996cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2010 TOYOTA IQ?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,390 116/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 84% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

TOYOTA IQ Reliability Trend

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

Buying a Used 2010 TOYOTA IQ

At 14 years old, the TOYOTA IQ 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. With 6,321 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2010 TOYOTA IQ

The TOYOTA IQ is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: