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P262 NVU

1997 Toyota Paseo

Red Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,894 mi
Last recorded30,894 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Paseo90,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP262 NVU
MakeToyota
ModelPaseo
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 30,894 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 30,404 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 29,707 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 29,539 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 29,460 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 29,062 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2021 29,062 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2019 28,353 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 27,948 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 27,281 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 26,761 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 26,321 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 25,946 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 25,453 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012
Fail 5 Jul 2012 24,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 24,220 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 23,552 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 23,016 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 22,671 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 21,267 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 20,581 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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P262 NVU is a 1997 Toyota Paseo in Red with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P262 NVU, 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 P262 NVU?

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What year was P262 NVU registered?

P262 NVU is a 1997 Toyota Paseo, first registered on 22 May 1997.

Is P262 NVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P262 NVU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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