Toyota Hiace (2011)
2011 Toyota Hiace
CarHunch analysed 168 real MOT records for the 2011 Toyota Hiace. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2011 Toyota Hiace's 82.1% first-time pass rate is slightly above the UK average of 80%, but the headline concern is that 29.2% of these vans have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above the typical threshold for buyer worry. Diesel variants dominate the cohort and pass at 80.9%, suggesting fuel type isn't a significant differentiator here.
At 104,248 miles median, these Hiaces show typical wear for their age, yet they're racking up an average of 2.23 failures and 10.3 advisories per test. This pattern suggests that while the overall pass rate holds up, ownership involves regular remedial work; budget for catching small issues before they become test failures, and get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically flags any history of dangerous defects.
What to check before buying a 2011 Toyota Hiace
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 29.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (89%) | 149 | 80.9% | 2.46 |
| Petrol (11%) | 19 | 91.2% | 0.47 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2011 Toyota Hiace vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2011 Toyota Hiace vehicles fall between 75,191 and 139,947 miles.
2011 Toyota Hiace — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 112 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 88% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2011 Toyota Hiace
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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31.8%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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31.5%
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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31%
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
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31%
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play
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29.9%
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play
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28.8%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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28.6%
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
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22.6%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2011. Counts include advisories and failures.
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