TOYOTA PIXIS (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 36 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
100%
Total Tests (2024)
36
Avg Mileage
11,265 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2021 TOYOTA PIXIS reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 18 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.
At 3 years old, 100% of TOYOTA PIXISs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 36 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 11,265 miles.
How does the 2021 TOYOTA PIXIS compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 TOYOTA PIXIS has 11,265 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2021 TOYOTA PIXIS 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.
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About the 2021 TOYOTA PIXIS
The 2021 TOYOTA PIXIS is a city car with a 650cc petrol engine. 36 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 2% of all 2021 cars for reliability.
With an average of 11,265 miles at 3 years old, TOYOTA PIXIS owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2021 TOYOTA PIXIS Fuel Costs
The modest 650cc 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 2021 TOYOTA PIXIS?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 100% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 TOYOTA PIXIS
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. Note: with only 36 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2021 TOYOTA PIXIS
The TOYOTA PIXIS is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2019) 91% pass rate (-9%) from 124,950 tests
- AUDI A3 (2019) 92% pass rate (-8%) from 41,215 tests
- FORD ECOSPORT (2019) 91% pass rate (-9%) from 40,644 tests
- TOYOTA AYGO (2019) 92% pass rate (-8%) from 33,870 tests