TOYOTA IQ (2014)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,341 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
91%
Total Tests (2024)
1,341
Avg Mileage
46,428 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,240
Is the 2014 TOYOTA IQ reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.
At 10 years old, 91% of TOYOTA IQs from 2014 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,341 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 46,428 miles.
How does the 2014 TOYOTA IQ compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2014 TOYOTA IQ has 46,428 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 74,000 miles for a 10-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2014 TOYOTA IQ 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 IQ by Year
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About the 2014 TOYOTA IQ
The 2014 TOYOTA IQ is a city car with a 996cc petrol engine. 1,341 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It ranks in the top 23% of all 2014 cars for reliability.
With an average of 46,428 miles at 10 years old, TOYOTA IQ owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2014 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 2014 TOYOTA IQ?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,240 (£103/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
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 2014 TOYOTA IQ
At 10 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.
Alternatives to the 2014 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:
- FORD FIESTA (2015) 81% pass rate (-10%) from 225,575 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2015) 78% pass rate (-13%) from 160,438 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2016) 83% pass rate (-8%) from 99,081 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2015) 82% pass rate (-9%) from 94,129 tests