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P431 VDL

1997 Toyota Regius

Blue Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

212,109 mi
Last recorded212,109 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Toyota Regius152,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP431 VDL
MakeToyota
ModelRegius
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 212,109 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 10 Jul 2025 212,109 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp likely to become detached (4.5.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 27 Oct 2023 212,018 miles

Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle surface corrosion in places,, recommend oil treatment (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush,, recommend replace (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil discoloured (5.3.2 (b))

undertrays etc fitted, limiting view to some testable items

Pass 7 Oct 2022 211,221 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle advance surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn slightly on edges, and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively front and rear, slightly (1.2.1 (e))

undertrays etc fitted, limiting view to some testable items

Fail 28 Sep 2022 211,202 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle advance surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated recommend replace (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated recommend replace (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin recommend replace (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn slightly on edges, and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

undertrays etc fitted, limiting view to some testable items

Pass 12 Oct 2021 210,018 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2021 210,018 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 209,407 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2020 209,388 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 208,465 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2019 208,465 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 196,391 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both. (strong advise) (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front headlamp damaged but not effecting beam image

both rear tyres 2mm and perishing. (strong advise)

Fail 5 Feb 2018 196,147 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (diff mount) (6.1.D.1a)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both. (strong advise) (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front headlamp damaged but not effecting beam image

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (strong advise) (7.1.2)

both rear tyres 2mm and perishing. (strong advise)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 178,893 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 162,846 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 146,004 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 132,299 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 121,261 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 121,261 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 109,073 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 109,073 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 97,722 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 95,651 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 94,069 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 90,251 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 90,249 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 84,041 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 75,139 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 75,102 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Regius?

Based on 7,432 MOT tests across 508 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
5,128
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
508
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 124
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 82
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 67
position lamp(s) not working 66
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P431 VDL is a 1997 Toyota Regius in Blue with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Regius models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 152,892 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Regius fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P431 VDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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P431 VDL is a 1997 Toyota Regius, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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The MOT history for P431 VDL shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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