How much does a 2021 TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT cost to run?

Estimated annual running cost is £1,587 (£132/month), including £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT?

The 2021 TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT has a 96% MOT pass rate based on 5,221 tests in 2026. This ranks 470 out of 3373 cars from 2021.

Which year TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT is most reliable?

The 2022 TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT has the highest MOT pass rate at 99%. The least reliable year is 2020 at 95%.

TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT (2021)

Q: Is the 2021 TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 96% of TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVTs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2026, based on 5,221 tests. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%.

Q: What is the average mileage for a 2021 TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT?

The average mileage for a 2021 TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT is 18,102 miles, which is significantly below the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 5,221 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,587

£132/month

MOT Pass Rate

96%

Excellent

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 12-25

1490cc Petrol

Great Choice

96% pass rate, £1587/year to run. 14 points above average.

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Petrol1490cc5 years old5,221 tests18k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1490cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137

Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,587

Per month£132/mo

Per week£31/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

96% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%National avg: 82%100%

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 5 years old, 96% of TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVTs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 5,221 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 18,102 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 cars470th of 3,373(top 14%)

Rank among TOYOTA models101th of 996(top 10%)

vs national average+14%(82% avg)

vs 2021 cars average+4%(92% avg)

vs TOYOTA average+12%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

18,102

Average miles

37,000

Expected for age

The average 2021 TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT has 18,102 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 99% MOT pass rate, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 95%. The 2021 sits between the two at 96%.

TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2022	99%	276	14,871 mi
2021	96%	5,221	18,102 mi
2020	95%	1,710	21,359 mi

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About the 2021 TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT

The 2021 TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT is a small family car with a 1490cc petrol engine. 5,221 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It ranks in the top 14% of all 2021 cars for reliability.

With an average of 18,102 miles at 5 years old, TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

2021 TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL 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 EXCEL HEV CVT?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,587 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 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 EXCEL HEV CVT Reliability Trend

The TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2021 TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT

At 5 years old, the TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT 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 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 99%. With 5,221 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2021 TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

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 EXCEL HEV CVT stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Insurance	Total/yr
TOYOTA YARIS EXCEL HEV CVT(2021)	96%	£1137	£195	Grp 12-25	£1587
TOYOTA PRIUS(2019)	94%	£1327	£190	Grp 18-32	£1772+£185
TOYOTA YARIS DESIGN HEV CVT(2021)	96%	£1137	£190	Grp 12-25	£1582-£5
TOYOTA COROLLA ICON TECH HEV CVT(2021)	94%	£1327	£190	Grp 18-32	£1772+£185
TOYOTA YARIS ICON HEV CVT(2021)	95%	£1137	£190	Grp 12-25	£1582-£5

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.