Toyota Noah (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 124 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,086

£174/month

MOT Pass Rate

98%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 18-32

1995cc Petrol

Great Choice

98% pass rate, £2,086/year to run. 16 points above average.

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Petrol1995cc5 years old124 tests37k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1995cc)

~36 mpg

£1,631

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£2,086

Per month£174/mo

Per week£40/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

98% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 16 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Toyota brand average of 84%.

98% of MOT tests on Toyota Noahs from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 124 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 36,873 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models213th of 3,336(top 7%)

Rank among Toyota models59th of 970(top 7%)

vs average of all models+16%(82% avg)

vs 2021 models average+6%(92% avg)

vs Toyota average+14%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

36,873

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 Toyota Noah had 36,873 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is well above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.

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Toyota Noah by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	98%	124	36,873 mi
2020	94%	137	45,839 mi
2019	96%	149	53,872 mi
2018	93%	204	51,701 mi
2017	86%	187	76,473 mi
2016	90%	218	73,709 mi
2015	91%	213	85,642 mi
2014	91%	212	77,340 mi
2013	95%	40	67,822 mi
2012	91%	54	67,426 mi
2011	74%	47	72,113 mi
2010	88%	93	77,110 mi
2009	84%	50	73,236 mi
2007	84%	55	95,169 mi
2006	66%	32	101,412 mi

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About the 2021 Toyota Noah

The 2021 Toyota Noah is a family car. Our records list a 1995cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 124 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 7% of all 2021 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 36,873 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Toyota Noah owners cover more miles than the average driver. High-mileage examples should be checked carefully for wear on suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components.

2021 Toyota Noah Fuel Costs

The 1995cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,631 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 2021 Toyota Noah?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,086 (£174/month), broken down as £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 98% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Toyota Noah Reliability Trend

Newer Toyota Noahs pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 6 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2021 Toyota Noah

At 5 years old, the Toyota Noah offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

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.

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 2021 Toyota Noah 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 Noah(2021)	98%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£233
Nissan Qashqai(2020)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£233
MINI Cooper(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£233
Hyundai Tucson(2019)	90%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£233

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 2021 Toyota Noah

Is the 2021 Toyota Noah reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 98% of MOT tests on 2021 Toyota Noahs ended in a pass, from 124 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 16 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2021 Toyota Noah cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,086 a year (£174 a month): £1,631 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 2021 Toyota Noah?

98% of 124 MOT tests on the 2021 Toyota Noah ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 213th of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (top 7%).

Which year Toyota Noah has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Toyota Noah has the highest MOT pass rate at 98% and the 2017 the lowest at 86%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2021 Toyota Noah?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Toyota Noah is 36,873 miles, which is well above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.