Toyota Vitz (2020)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 46 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,003

£167/month

MOT Pass Rate

80%

Good

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 8-20

1296cc Petrol

Solid Option

80% pass rate, £2,003/year to run. Close to the average across all models.

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Petrol1296cc6 years old46 tests60k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1296cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£2,003

Per month£167/mo

Per week£39/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

80% MOT pass rate(Good)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data. It falls below the Toyota brand average of 84%.

80% of MOT tests on Toyota Vitzs from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 46 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 60,223 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 models2504th of 2,554(bottom 2%)

Rank among Toyota models602nd of 970(bottom half)

vs average of all models-2%(82% avg)

vs 2020 models average-12%(92% avg)

vs Toyota average-4%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

60,223

Average miles

29,600

Expected for age

The average 2020 Toyota Vitz had 60,223 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is well above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.

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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 2020 scores 80%. 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 2020 Toyota Vitz

The 2020 Toyota Vitz is a small family car. Our records list a 1296cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 46 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 2% of 2020 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 60,223 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Toyota Vitz owners cover more miles than the average driver. High-mileage examples should be checked carefully for wear on suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components.

2020 Toyota Vitz Fuel Costs

The 1296cc 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 2020 Toyota Vitz?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,003 (£167/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 80% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

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 2020 Toyota Vitz

At 6 years old, the Toyota Vitz offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2018 model has the highest pass rate at 97%. Note: with only 46 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.

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 2020 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(2020)	80%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003
Ford Fiesta(2018)	90%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630-£373
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£150
Vauxhall Corsa(2018)	85%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003same
Nissan Qashqai(2018)	87%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780-£223

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 2020 Toyota Vitz

Is the 2020 Toyota Vitz reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 80% of MOT tests on 2020 Toyota Vitzs ended in a pass, from 46 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 2 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2020 Toyota Vitz cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,003 a year (£167 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £350 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 Toyota Vitz?

80% of 46 MOT tests on the 2020 Toyota Vitz ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 2504th of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (bottom 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 2020 Toyota Vitz?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 Toyota Vitz is 60,223 miles, which is well above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.