Toyota Space Cruiser Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Toyota Space Cruiser car check
Is the Toyota Space Cruiser reliable? We analysed 9,914 real MOT tests across 2,215 vehicles to find out.
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The Toyota Space Cruiser is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Space Cruiser.
Toyota Space Cruiser Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Toyota Space Cruiser. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Toyota Space Cruiser MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Toyota Space Cruiser to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Toyota Space Cruiser Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Toyota Space Cruiser fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Toyota Space Cruiser Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Toyota Space Cruiser owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Toyota Space Cruiser MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Space Cruiser year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 55 | 63.6% | 106,844 | 128,201 | 144,864 |
| 2006 | 96 | 74.0% | 87,794 | 117,291 | 152,202 |
| 2005 | 65 | 70.8% | 84,504 | 116,157 | 158,269 |
| 2004 | 71 | 69.0% | 98,220 | 136,014 | 163,342 |
| 2003 | 217 | 71.9% | 98,351 | 136,215 | 176,928 |
| 2002 | 103 | 75.7% | 104,712 | 130,783 | 175,347 |
| 2001 | 69 | 75.4% | 90,230 | 112,895 | 131,502 |
| 2000 | 163 | 67.5% | 112,627 | 151,137 | 178,932 |
| 1999 | 198 | 70.7% | 122,097 | 149,553 | 185,606 |
| 1998 | 180 | 66.1% | 134,244 | 169,851 | 204,152 |
| 1997 | 152 | 69.7% | 129,002 | 155,720 | 179,403 |
| 1996 | 80 | 68.8% | 94,828 | 135,304 | 165,104 |
| 1995 | 108 | 60.2% | 91,138 | 135,656 | 171,582 |
| 1993 | 91 | 63.7% | 105,264 | 140,272 | 165,816 |
| 1992 | 212 | 61.8% | 117,494 | 143,420 | 186,778 |
| 1991 | 239 | 66.5% | 114,424 | 151,128 | 177,462 |
| 1990 | 1,266 | 64.3% | 101,674 | 125,211 | 149,362 |
| 1989 | 2,955 | 63.2% | 105,312 | 128,635 | 153,527 |
| 1988 | 1,530 | 62.5% | 113,607 | 135,951 | 159,414 |
| 1987 | 929 | 62.4% | 106,956 | 127,308 | 146,942 |
How Long Does a Toyota Space Cruiser Last?
Based on 2,215 Toyota Space Cruiser vehicles on UK roads.
Toyota Space Cruiser Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Space Cruiser 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 Space Cruiser
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
75.7% MOT pass rate from 103 tests
60.2% MOT pass rate from 528 tests
The best year to buy a used Toyota Space Cruiser is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.7% across 103 tests. The 1986 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Toyota Space Cruiser Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Space Cruiser THIS CAR | 64.2% | 9,914 | 130,778 mi | 41 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 |
| Volkswagen T-roc Style TSI S-a | 94.2% | 2,989 | 20,724 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Space Cruiser trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Toyota Space CruiserShould you buy a used Toyota Space Cruiser?
The Toyota Space Cruiser has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.2% across 9,914 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Toyota Space Cruiser are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (755 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (697), and seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (608). 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 Space Cruiser owner drives around 3,911 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 Space Cruiser models stay on UK roads for around 41 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.