Toyota Ipsum Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Toyota Ipsum reliable? We analysed 4,018 real MOT tests across 382 vehicles to find out.
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The Toyota Ipsum is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, constant velocity joint gaiter split and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Ipsum.
Toyota Ipsum Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Toyota Ipsum. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Toyota Ipsum MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Toyota Ipsum to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Toyota Ipsum Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Toyota Ipsum fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Toyota Ipsum Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Toyota Ipsum owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Toyota Ipsum MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Ipsum year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 92 | 80.4% | 56,891 | 75,180 | 100,724 |
| 2018 | 153 | 83.0% | 50,700 | 69,590 | 97,384 |
| 2017 | 110 | 81.8% | 44,610 | 60,309 | 88,153 |
| 2016 | 121 | 75.2% | 40,883 | 63,312 | 105,669 |
| 2015 | 99 | 80.8% | 48,962 | 76,669 | 92,960 |
| 2013 | 50 | 72.0% | 78,008 | 102,844 | 127,112 |
| 2009 | 69 | 75.4% | 43,899 | 79,224 | 96,608 |
| 2008 | 152 | 73.0% | 68,779 | 90,765 | 127,203 |
| 2007 | 455 | 73.0% | 62,070 | 94,971 | 132,860 |
| 2006 | 353 | 71.4% | 68,522 | 104,018 | 135,204 |
| 2005 | 311 | 70.1% | 75,216 | 105,509 | 138,309 |
| 2004 | 262 | 71.8% | 87,987 | 120,276 | 150,085 |
| 2003 | 229 | 72.5% | 74,537 | 100,886 | 138,624 |
| 2002 | 60 | 76.7% | 63,048 | 84,629 | 109,608 |
| 2001 | 108 | 75.9% | 55,941 | 92,722 | 128,893 |
| 1998 | 94 | 75.5% | 57,236 | 82,144 | 130,584 |
| 1997 | 293 | 69.3% | 82,388 | 102,903 | 144,588 |
| 1996 | 742 | 67.4% | 92,591 | 121,984 | 162,368 |
How Long Does a Toyota Ipsum Last?
Based on 382 Toyota Ipsum vehicles on UK roads.
Toyota Ipsum Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Ipsum 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 Ipsum
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.0% MOT pass rate from 153 tests
67.4% MOT pass rate from 742 tests
The best year to buy a used Toyota Ipsum is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.0% across 153 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Toyota Ipsum Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Ipsum THIS CAR | 72.4% | 4,018 | 98,129 mi | 30 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 |
| Hyundai Coupe Special Equipment | 63.9% | 1,886 | 87,956 mi | 30 yrs |
Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Ipsum trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Toyota IpsumShould you buy a used Toyota Ipsum?
The Toyota Ipsum has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.4% across 4,018 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Toyota Ipsum are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (181 recorded failures), constant velocity joint gaiter split (144), and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (119). 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 Ipsum owner drives around 6,666 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 Ipsum models stay on UK roads for around 30 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.