Toyota Vitz (2016)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 48 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,928

£161/month

MOT Pass Rate

100%

Excellent

Road Tax

£275

Estimated/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 12-25

1497cc Petrol

Great Choice

100% pass rate, £1,928/year to run. 18 points above average.

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Petrol1497cc10 years old48 tests46k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1497cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Estimated CO2 band

£275

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,928

Per month£161/mo

Per week£37/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.

Reliability Verdict

100% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 18 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Toyota brand average of 84%.

100% of MOT tests on Toyota Vitzs from 2016 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 8 years old. That's based on 48 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 45,803 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2016 models8th of 539(top 2%)

Rank among Toyota models19th of 970(top 2%)

vs average of all models+18%(82% avg)

vs 2016 models average+15%(85% avg)

vs Toyota average+16%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

45,803

Average miles

59,200

Expected for age

The average 2016 Toyota Vitz had 45,803 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is below the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-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?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2018 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 97%, while the 2011 model has the lowest at 86%. The 2016 scores 100%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Toyota Vitz by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2024	100%	30	36,296 mi
2021	87%	39	45,540 mi
2020	80%	46	60,223 mi
2019	92%	154	54,149 mi
2018	97%	428	43,345 mi
2017	90%	212	51,887 mi
2016	100%	48	45,803 mi
2015	92%	83	49,657 mi
2014	95%	522	43,263 mi
2013	96%	1,388	40,351 mi
2012	90%	1,314	43,826 mi
2011	86%	696	50,226 mi
2010	90%	143	53,439 mi
2009	89%	241	48,240 mi
2008	78%	78	62,642 mi
2007	94%	34	64,327 mi

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About the 2016 Toyota Vitz

The 2016 Toyota Vitz is a small family car. Our records list a 1497cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 48 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 2% of all 2016 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 45,803 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Toyota Vitz owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2016 Toyota Vitz Fuel Costs

The 1497cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 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 2016 Toyota Vitz?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,928 (£161/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £275 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.

Toyota Vitz Reliability Trend

Newer Toyota Vitzs pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 5 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2016 Toyota Vitz

At 10 years old, the Toyota Vitz 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. If you're flexible on year, the 2018 model has the highest pass rate at 97%. Note: with only 48 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

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.

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 Vitz 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 Vitz(2016)	100%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£1,928
Ford Fiesta(2015)	81%	£1,175	£20	Grp 1-8	£1,600-£328
Vauxhall Corsa(2015)	78%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153+£225
Ford Focus(2014)	80%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,078+£150
Nissan Qashqai(2017)	86%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780-£148

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 2016 Toyota Vitz

Is the 2016 Toyota Vitz reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 100% of MOT tests on 2016 Toyota Vitzs ended in a pass, from 48 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 18 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2016 Toyota Vitz cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,928 a year (£161 a month): £1,398 fuel, £275 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 2016 Toyota Vitz?

100% of 48 MOT tests on the 2016 Toyota Vitz ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 8th of 539 models first registered in 2016 (top 2%).

Which year Toyota Vitz has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2018 Toyota Vitz has the highest MOT pass rate at 97% and the 2011 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 2016 Toyota Vitz?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2016 Toyota Vitz is 45,803 miles, which is below the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.