Toyota Vitz (2018)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 428 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,853

£154/month

MOT Pass Rate

97%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 12-25

1490cc Hybrid

Great Choice

97% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 15 points above average.

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Hybrid1490cc8 years old428 tests43k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Hybrid, 1490cc)

~42 mpg (petrol-engine estimate; hybrids usually use less)

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,853

Per month£154/mo

Per week£36/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. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

97% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 15 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Toyota brand average of 84%.

97% of MOT tests on Toyota Vitzs from 2018 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 6 years old. That's based on 428 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 43,345 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2018 models54th of 607(top 9%)

Rank among Toyota models79th of 970(top 9%)

vs average of all models+15%(82% avg)

vs 2018 models average+8%(89% avg)

vs Toyota average+13%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

43,345

Average miles

44,400

Expected for age

The average 2018 Toyota Vitz had 43,345 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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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 2018 Toyota Vitz

The 2018 Toyota Vitz is a small family car. Our records list a 1490cc hybrid engine, though engines vary between versions. 428 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 9% of all 2018 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 43,345 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Toyota Vitz owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2018 Toyota Vitz Fuel Costs

The 1490cc hybrid engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Our estimate uses around 42 mpg, the figure for a petrol engine of this size, 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). As a hybrid it should use less than that, and real-world fuel costs depend a lot on how much electric-only driving you do.

What does it cost to own a 2018 Toyota Vitz?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,853 (£154/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 97% 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 2018 Toyota Vitz

At 8 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.

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.

Hybrid Battery Health

Watch out

After 8 years, hybrid battery capacity may have reduced. A full replacement costs £2,000-£4,000, though reconditioning is cheaper at £500-£1,500.

Inverter and Power Electronics

Medium risk

The inverter converts DC to AC for the electric motor. Failures are expensive (£1,500+) but relatively rare. Listen for unusual buzzing sounds.

Regenerative Braking

Medium risk

Brake discs can corrode from reduced use (the electric motor handles most braking). Surface rust is normal but deep pitting needs attention.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

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 2018 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(2018)	97%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853
Toyota Yaris(2018)	91%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£1,853same
MINI Cooper S(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853same
Audi Q3(2016)	87%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£150
Toyota Prius(2019)	94%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086+£233

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 2018 Toyota Vitz

Is the 2018 Toyota Vitz reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 97% of MOT tests on 2018 Toyota Vitzs ended in a pass, from 428 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 15 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2018 Toyota Vitz cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,853 a year (£154 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 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 2018 Toyota Vitz?

97% of 428 MOT tests on the 2018 Toyota Vitz ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 54th of 607 models first registered in 2018 (top 9%).

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 2018 Toyota Vitz?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2018 Toyota Vitz is 43,345 miles, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.