Toyota Emina Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Toyota Emina reliable? We analysed 26,102 real MOT tests across 2,733 vehicles to find out.
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The Toyota Emina is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include fog lamp not working, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Emina.
Toyota Emina Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Toyota Emina. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Toyota Emina MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Toyota Emina to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Toyota Emina Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Toyota Emina fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Toyota Emina Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Toyota Emina owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Toyota Emina MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Emina year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 72 | 63.9% | 73,288 | 94,736 | 112,724 |
| 2010 | 81 | 66.7% | 71,584 | 99,736 | 131,686 |
| 2009 | 141 | 69.5% | 70,104 | 93,854 | 125,002 |
| 2008 | 529 | 73.2% | 87,998 | 118,538 | 149,082 |
| 2007 | 1,301 | 68.9% | 94,125 | 122,027 | 159,803 |
| 2006 | 2,088 | 68.9% | 90,014 | 121,050 | 156,197 |
| 2005 | 2,829 | 66.6% | 92,743 | 121,209 | 155,748 |
| 2004 | 2,841 | 68.4% | 101,088 | 134,150 | 172,921 |
| 2003 | 1,805 | 65.0% | 100,864 | 132,198 | 167,686 |
| 2002 | 686 | 64.1% | 109,106 | 134,952 | 165,484 |
| 2001 | 501 | 65.5% | 106,966 | 128,998 | 155,763 |
| 2000 | 414 | 67.1% | 104,035 | 139,723 | 170,697 |
| 1999 | 374 | 68.7% | 101,851 | 139,071 | 168,717 |
| 1998 | 385 | 66.0% | 92,099 | 126,411 | 162,800 |
| 1997 | 923 | 65.3% | 92,530 | 121,073 | 161,663 |
| 1996 | 2,528 | 68.1% | 94,232 | 125,698 | 164,747 |
| 1995 | 3,436 | 67.3% | 103,166 | 132,771 | 167,215 |
| 1994 | 1,913 | 65.2% | 100,518 | 133,786 | 165,055 |
| 1993 | 1,680 | 65.2% | 109,329 | 136,825 | 168,972 |
| 1992 | 1,493 | 63.0% | 110,751 | 142,629 | 171,491 |
How Long Does a Toyota Emina Last?
Based on 2,733 Toyota Emina vehicles on UK roads.
Toyota Emina Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Emina 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 Emina
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
73.2% MOT pass rate from 529 tests
63.0% MOT pass rate from 1,493 tests
The best year to buy a used Toyota Emina is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 73.2% across 529 tests. The 1992 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Toyota Emina Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Emina THIS CAR | 66.9% | 26,102 | 129,675 mi | 34 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 |
| Proton Impian | 69.8% | 29,773 | 53,452 mi | 25 yrs |
Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Emina trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Toyota EminaShould you buy a used Toyota Emina?
The Toyota Emina has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.9% across 26,102 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Toyota Emina are fog lamp not working (1,499 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (1,494), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (1,441). 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 Emina owner drives around 7,794 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 Emina models stay on UK roads for around 34 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.