Toyota Bb Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Toyota Bb reliable? We analysed 1,995 real MOT tests across 214 vehicles to find out.
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The Toyota Bb is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and shock absorber has a serious fluid leak. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Bb.
Toyota Bb Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Toyota Bb. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Toyota Bb MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Toyota Bb to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Toyota Bb Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Toyota Bb fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Toyota Bb Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Toyota Bb owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Toyota Bb MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Bb year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 51 | 80.4% | 75,402 | 107,490 | 128,984 |
| 2017 | 99 | 77.8% | 79,940 | 107,832 | 150,988 |
| 2014 | 57 | 73.7% | 77,659 | 125,423 | 144,222 |
| 2012 | 52 | 78.8% | 62,097 | 84,279 | 121,550 |
| 2011 | 109 | 76.1% | 91,466 | 110,877 | 137,325 |
| 2010 | 111 | 80.2% | 62,302 | 98,860 | 123,082 |
| 2009 | 230 | 78.7% | 97,119 | 124,194 | 156,207 |
| 2008 | 167 | 79.0% | 95,990 | 120,342 | 163,265 |
| 2007 | 247 | 79.4% | 93,764 | 114,929 | 157,634 |
| 2006 | 178 | 79.2% | 68,379 | 97,620 | 131,017 |
| 2003 | 65 | 70.8% | 94,863 | 109,054 | 138,943 |
| 2002 | 60 | 78.3% | 84,231 | 114,286 | 164,001 |
| 2001 | 95 | 81.1% | 70,619 | 93,196 | 126,799 |
| 2000 | 190 | 76.3% | 107,184 | 134,934 | 182,485 |
How Long Does a Toyota Bb Last?
Based on 214 Toyota Bb vehicles on UK roads.
Toyota Bb Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Bb MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Toyota Bb
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
81.1% MOT pass rate from 95 tests
70.8% MOT pass rate from 65 tests
The best year to buy a used Toyota Bb is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 81.1% across 95 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Toyota Bb Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Bb THIS CAR | 77.9% | 1,995 | 112,938 mi | 26 yrs |
| Toyota Yaris | 77.7% | 9,038,234 | 54,896 mi | 27 yrs |
| Toyota Corolla | 75.4% | 4,239,724 | 75,409 mi | 36 yrs |
| Toyota Avensis | 75% | 3,497,866 | 89,776 mi | 28 yrs |
| Piaggio MP3 300 Sport | 86.9% | 764 | 7,513 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Bb outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Toyota BbShould you buy a used Toyota Bb?
The Toyota Bb has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.9% across 1,995 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Toyota Bb are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (26 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (20), and shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (15). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Toyota Bb owner drives around 5,643 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Toyota Bb models stay on UK roads for around 26 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.