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TOYOTA VELLFIRE 240S AUTO (2011)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 36 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£2,777

£231/month

MOT Pass Rate

67%

Below Avg

Road Tax

£430

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 25-38

2364cc Petrol

Proceed With Caution

67% pass rate, £2777/year to run. 15 points below average.

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Petrol2364cc15 years old36 tests61k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 2364cc)

~30 mpg

£1,592
Road Tax

Based on 2364cc

£430
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Higher estimate due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£2,777
Per month£231/mo
Per week£53/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

67% MOT pass rate(Below Avg)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 15 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.

At 15 years old, 67% of TOYOTA VELLFIRE 240S AUTOs from 2011 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 36 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 60,844 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2011 cars596th of 615(top 97%)
Rank among TOYOTA models978th of 996(top 98%)
vs national average-15%(82% avg)
vs 2011 cars average-10%(77% avg)
vs TOYOTA average-17%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

60,844

Average miles

vs

111,000

Expected for age

The average 2011 TOYOTA VELLFIRE 240S AUTO has 60,844 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 111,000 miles for a 15-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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About the 2011 TOYOTA VELLFIRE 240S AUTO

The 2011 TOYOTA VELLFIRE 240S AUTO is a large car with a 2364cc petrol engine. 36 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 97% of 2011 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 60,844 miles at 15 years old, TOYOTA VELLFIRE 240S AUTO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2011 TOYOTA VELLFIRE 240S AUTO Fuel Costs

The 2364cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2011 TOYOTA VELLFIRE 240S AUTO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,777 231/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £430 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 67% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

Buying a Used 2011 TOYOTA VELLFIRE 240S AUTO

At 15 years old, the TOYOTA VELLFIRE 240S AUTO 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. Note: with only 36 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2011 TOYOTA VELLFIRE 240S AUTO's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Timing Chain / Belt

Watch out

At 15 years old, check whether the timing belt has been replaced (typically due every 5-7 years or 60,000-100,000 miles). A snapped belt can destroy the engine.

Oil Consumption

Medium risk

Larger petrol engines can develop higher oil consumption as they age. Check the oil level and look for blue smoke from the exhaust.

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.

Higher Than Average Failure Rate

Watch out

With a 67% MOT pass rate, this model fails more often than most. Budget for unexpected repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

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 2011 TOYOTA VELLFIRE 240S AUTO stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
TOYOTA VELLFIRE 240S AUTO(2011)67%£1592£430Grp 25-38£2777
NISSAN QASHQAI(2011)69%£1327£135Grp 18-32£2217-£560
AUDI A3(2010)77%£1327£135Grp 18-32£2017-£760
RENAULT CLIO(2010)69%£1327£135Grp 18-32£2217-£560
VAUXHALL INSIGNIA(2011)77%£1592£250Grp 30-42£2397-£380

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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