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212,109 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Spare tyre defective ()
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 ()
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
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
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
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
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))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
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)
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)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
How Reliable is the Toyota Regius?
Based on 7,432 MOT tests across 508 vehicles.
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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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