TOYOTA SPADE (2017)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 30 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
90%
Total Tests (2024)
30
Avg Mileage
62,939 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,582
Is the 2017 TOYOTA SPADE reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.
At 7 years old, 90% of TOYOTA SPADEs from 2017 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 30 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 62,939 miles.
How does the 2017 TOYOTA SPADE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2017 TOYOTA SPADE has 62,939 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2017 TOYOTA SPADE 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 2017 TOYOTA SPADE
The 2017 TOYOTA SPADE is a small family car with a 1496cc petrol engine. 30 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2017, the average MOT pass rate is 87%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 62,939 miles at 7 years old, TOYOTA SPADE owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2017 TOYOTA SPADE Fuel Costs
The 1496cc 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 2017 TOYOTA SPADE?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2017 TOYOTA SPADE
At 7 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. Note: with only 30 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2017 TOYOTA SPADE
The TOYOTA SPADE is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2015) 81% pass rate (-9%) from 225,575 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2015) 78% pass rate (-12%) from 160,438 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2015) 85% pass rate (-5%) from 129,337 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (-4%) from 100,176 tests