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TOYOTA SIENTA (2016)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 139 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,807

£151/month

MOT Pass Rate

88%

Good

Road Tax

£265

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 12-25

1499cc Petrol

Solid Option

88% pass rate, £1807/year to run. 6 points above average.

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Petrol1499cc10 years old139 tests54k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1499cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Based on 1499cc

£265
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,807
Per month£151/mo
Per week£35/wk

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

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Reliability Verdict

88% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 6 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.

At 10 years old, 88% of TOYOTA SIENTAs from 2016 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 139 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 54,119 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2016 cars304th of 586(top 52%)
Rank among TOYOTA models400th of 996(top 40%)
vs national average+6%(82% avg)
vs 2016 cars average+3%(85% avg)
vs TOYOTA average+4%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

54,119

Average miles

vs

74,000

Expected for age

The average 2016 TOYOTA SIENTA has 54,119 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.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2018 model with a 100% MOT pass rate, while the 2016 model has the lowest at 88%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.

TOYOTA SIENTA by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202091%4740,657 mi
2019100%6445,073 mi
2018100%9934,981 mi
201791%24444,918 mi
201688%13954,119 mi
201587%4654,156 mi

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About the 2016 TOYOTA SIENTA

The 2016 TOYOTA SIENTA is a small family car with a 1499cc petrol engine. 139 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2016, the average MOT pass rate is 85%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 54,119 miles at 10 years old, TOYOTA SIENTA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2016 TOYOTA SIENTA Fuel Costs

The 1499cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2016 TOYOTA SIENTA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,807 151/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £265 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 88% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

TOYOTA SIENTA Reliability Trend

Newer TOYOTA SIENTAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 11 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2016 TOYOTA SIENTA

At 10 years old, the TOYOTA SIENTA 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.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2016 TOYOTA SIENTA's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

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 2016 TOYOTA SIENTA stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
TOYOTA SIENTA(2016)88%£1137£265Grp 12-25£1807
VAUXHALL CORSA(2015)78%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722-£85
FORD FOCUS(2014)80%£1137£135Grp 12-25£1677-£130
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)86%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550-£257
VOLKSWAGEN POLO(2015)82%£955£30Grp 5-15£1390-£417

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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