TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVT (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 19,884 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
96%
Total Tests (2024)
19,884
Avg Mileage
19,809 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,582
Is the 2021 TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVT reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.
At 3 years old, 96% of TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVTs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 19,884 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 19,809 miles.
How does the 2021 TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVT compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVT has 19,809 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2021 TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVT cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVT by Year
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About the 2021 TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVT
The 2021 TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVT is a small family car with a 1490cc petrol engine. 19,884 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. It ranks in the top 14% of all 2021 cars for reliability.
With an average of 19,809 miles at 3 years old, TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVT owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2021 TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVT Fuel Costs
The 1490cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVT?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVT Reliability Trend
The TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVT has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2021 TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVT
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. With 19,884 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2021 TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVT
The TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVT is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
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- TOYOTA COROLLA ICON TECH HEV CVT (2021) 94% pass rate (-2%) from 10,773 tests
- TOYOTA YARIS ICON HEV CVT (2021) 95% pass rate (-1%) from 9,164 tests
- TOYOTA COROLLA DESIGN HEV CVT (2021) 94% pass rate (-2%) from 6,446 tests