Toyota Estima
From 37,687 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing and or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, caused 1,051 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 1,051 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 689 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 641 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 527 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 466 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 445 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 415 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 372 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 341 |
| a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated | 338 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 17.2% of Estima failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £59.
Fuel type matters
Hybrid versions pass at 86.1% while Diesel versions pass at 72.4%, a 14 percentage point gap.
Toyota Estima on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 1,490 newly registered in the past year with 85 leaving, a net gain of 1,405. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 4,254 | 476 | +348 | -32 | +316 |
| 2025 Q2 | 3,864 | 550 | +329 | -0 | +335 |
| 2025 Q1 | 3,516 | 563 | +445 | -0 | +454 |
| 2024 Q4 | 3,115 | 510 | +368 | -53 | +315 |
| 2024 Q3 | 2,832 | 478 | +424 | -24 | +400 |
| 2024 Q2 | 2,456 | 454 | +272 | -17 | +255 |
| 2024 Q1 | 2,194 | 461 | +186 | -27 | +159 |
| 2023 Q4 | 2,065 | 431 | +164 | -29 | +135 |
3 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estima 2Wd Auto | Diesel | 1,908 | 46% |
| Estima Hybrid Ahr20 Automatic | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 1,545 | 37% |
| Estima 4Wd Auto | Diesel | 669 | 16% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 76.6% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2020 | 72.1% | an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2019 | 80.9% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2018 | 86% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
15 earlier years
| 2017 | 86.7% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2016 | 83.2% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2015 | 81.9% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2014 | 85.1% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2013 | 88.3% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2012 | 88.1% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2011 | 84.1% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2010 | 82.6% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2009 | 83.1% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2008 | 78.5% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2007 | 75.7% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2006 | 76.6% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2005 | 68% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2004 | 64% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2003 | 67.9% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded |
Typical mileage
Half of all Estimas tested had between 65,756 and 124,324 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 90,295 median miles, the Estima has 0.019 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Toyota models
| Toyota Yaris | 76% |
| Toyota Aygo | 78.9% |
| Toyota Prius | 82.4% |
| Toyota Auris | 76.7% |
| Toyota Rav4 | 82.8% |
Common questions
What is the Toyota Estima MOT pass rate?
The Toyota Estima has a 82.9% MOT pass rate based on 37,687 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Toyota Estima?
The most common MOT failure on the Toyota Estima is a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, which caused 1,051 failures. Other common issues include a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
How many Toyota Estimas are on UK roads?
There are 4,254 Toyota Estimas currently licensed on UK roads, with 476 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Toyota Estima at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Toyota Estima is 90,295 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 65,756 and 124,324 miles.
Buying a used Estima?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 82.9% pass rate and an average repair bill of £59 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.