Toyota Noah Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Toyota Noah reliable? We analysed 5,916 real MOT tests across 1,145 vehicles to find out.
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The Toyota Noah is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Noah.
Toyota Noah Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Toyota Noah. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Toyota Noah MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Toyota Noah to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Toyota Noah Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Toyota Noah models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Toyota Noah Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Toyota Noah owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Toyota Noah MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Noah year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 163 | 89.6% | 37,134 | 60,386 | 100,782 |
| 2020 | 266 | 85.7% | 43,002 | 77,451 | 126,335 |
| 2019 | 368 | 88.9% | 38,092 | 55,803 | 110,654 |
| 2018 | 364 | 88.7% | 39,220 | 59,170 | 94,393 |
| 2017 | 439 | 84.7% | 55,064 | 85,820 | 131,068 |
| 2016 | 591 | 81.4% | 58,941 | 87,755 | 123,480 |
| 2015 | 724 | 81.8% | 73,370 | 110,150 | 157,710 |
| 2014 | 660 | 81.8% | 69,490 | 104,912 | 144,555 |
| 2013 | 98 | 88.8% | 78,338 | 109,016 | 135,031 |
| 2012 | 160 | 77.5% | 64,204 | 94,333 | 131,350 |
| 2011 | 89 | 75.3% | 84,531 | 112,357 | 129,701 |
| 2010 | 269 | 77.0% | 92,148 | 111,484 | 158,429 |
| 2009 | 163 | 81.0% | 75,431 | 100,433 | 128,904 |
| 2008 | 162 | 74.1% | 80,926 | 117,967 | 152,875 |
| 2007 | 214 | 78.5% | 91,650 | 121,579 | 142,825 |
| 2006 | 157 | 73.9% | 78,285 | 102,870 | 145,333 |
| 2005 | 132 | 76.5% | 102,942 | 133,669 | 168,787 |
| 2004 | 210 | 75.7% | 90,142 | 117,474 | 151,233 |
| 2003 | 173 | 71.7% | 93,604 | 122,931 | 140,202 |
| 2002 | 127 | 69.3% | 104,146 | 136,307 | 158,137 |
How Long Does a Toyota Noah Last?
Based on 1,145 Toyota Noah vehicles on UK roads.
Toyota Noah Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Noah 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 Noah
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.6% MOT pass rate from 163 tests
64.6% MOT pass rate from 82 tests
The best year to buy a used Toyota Noah is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.6% across 163 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Toyota Noah Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Noah THIS CAR | 81.2% | 5,916 | 100,073 mi | 29 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 |
| Benelli Tornado | 90.2% | 4,011 | 5,914 mi | 23 yrs |
Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Noah outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Toyota NoahShould you buy a used Toyota Noah?
The Toyota Noah has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.2% across 5,916 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Toyota Noah with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Toyota Noah owner drives around 8,092 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 Noah models stay on UK roads for around 29 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.