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P227 RHM

1997 Toyota Paseo

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

49,424 mi
Last recorded49,424 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Toyota Paseo90,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP227 RHM
MakeToyota
ModelPaseo
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 49,424 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 48,771 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 47,884 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 47,164 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 46,866 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 46,463 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 46,463 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 44,866 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 44,245 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 43,444 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 42,731 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 41,124 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 39,889 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 38,507 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 37,023 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 36,065 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 33,815 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 30,880 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 28,128 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 26,023 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 23,133 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 20,707 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Paseo?

Based on 23,608 MOT tests across 2,354 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
4,533
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,343
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 936
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 933
position lamp(s) not working 861
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 763
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P227 RHM is a 1997 Toyota Paseo in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Paseo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 90,985 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Paseo fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,343 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P227 RHM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Paseo typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Paseo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P227 RHM?

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What year was P227 RHM registered?

P227 RHM is a 1997 Toyota Paseo, first registered on 2 January 1997.

Is P227 RHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P227 RHM shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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