Toyota Yaris (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 632 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,853

£154/month

MOT Pass Rate

95%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 12-25

1496cc Hybrid

Great Choice

95% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 13 points above average.

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Hybrid1496cc5 years old632 tests26k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Hybrid, 1496cc)

~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

95% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Toyota brand average of 84%.

95% of MOT tests on Toyota Yariss from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 632 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 26,407 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models831st of 3,336(top 25%)

Rank among Toyota models150th of 970(top 16%)

vs average of all models+13%(82% avg)

vs 2021 models average+3%(92% avg)

vs Toyota average+11%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

26,407

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 Toyota Yaris had 26,407 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Toyota Yaris by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2023	89%	37	35,939 mi
2022	98%	119	17,489 mi
2021	95%	632	26,407 mi
2020	94%	23,578	24,211 mi
2019	93%	41,554	29,343 mi
2018	91%	42,493	36,178 mi
2017	89%	41,160	41,679 mi
2016	89%	42,385	48,596 mi
2015	88%	46,438	55,753 mi
2014	85%	45,803	61,045 mi
2013	84%	46,724	66,676 mi
2012	83%	43,928	72,192 mi
2011	82%	25,853	75,115 mi
2010	79%	30,715	82,945 mi
2009	79%	40,160	84,624 mi
2008	75%	38,912	95,233 mi
2007	75%	36,409	96,983 mi
2006	73%	30,783	98,498 mi
2005	73%	29,754	94,076 mi
2004	72%	24,893	96,050 mi
2003	72%	20,755	97,179 mi
2002	72%	16,079	98,193 mi
2001	71%	12,710	99,203 mi
2000	70%	6,496	100,486 mi
1999	68%	3,072	98,260 mi

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About the 2021 Toyota Yaris

The 2021 Toyota Yaris is a small family car. Our records list a 1496cc hybrid engine, though engines vary between versions. 632 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 25% of all 2021 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 26,407 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Toyota Yaris owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 Toyota Yaris Fuel Costs

The 1496cc 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 2021 Toyota Yaris?

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 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Toyota Yaris Reliability Trend

Newer Toyota Yariss pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 15 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2021 Toyota Yaris

At 5 years old, the Toyota Yaris offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

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

Medium risk

After 5 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

Low 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.

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 2021 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris(2021)	95%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853
MINI Cooper S(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853same
Toyota Prius(2019)	94%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086+£233
Toyota C-HR(2019)	92%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086+£233
Volvo XC40(2021)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853same

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 2021 Toyota Yaris

Is the 2021 Toyota Yaris reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 95% of MOT tests on 2021 Toyota Yariss ended in a pass, from 632 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 13 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2021 Toyota Yaris 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 2021 Toyota Yaris?

95% of 632 MOT tests on the 2021 Toyota Yaris ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 831st of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (top 25%).

Which year Toyota Yaris has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Toyota Yaris has the highest MOT pass rate at 95% and the 1999 the lowest at 68%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2021 Toyota Yaris?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Toyota Yaris is 26,407 miles, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.