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R126 BKY

1998 Toyota Regius

White Petrol 2690cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

313,467 mi
Last recorded313,467 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Toyota Regius125,843 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR126 BKY
MakeToyota
ModelRegius
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,690cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 313,467 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

underside heavilly ubdersealed preventing inspection

Pass 16 Apr 2024 313,135 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Apr 2024 313,134 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 310,416 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 308,415 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2022 308,415 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 28 May 2021 302,582 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in treads all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2020 298,345 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 292,542 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 285,758 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 277,317 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 277,317 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 268,470 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 259,568 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 259,213 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 259,213 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 May 2011 251,973 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 234,700 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 221,489 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 207,451 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 207,451 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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R126 BKY is a 1998 Toyota Regius in White with a 2,690cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Regius models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 125,843 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R126 BKY, 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 28 years old, this Toyota Regius is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R126 BKY?

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What year was R126 BKY registered?

R126 BKY is a 1998 Toyota Regius, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R126 BKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R126 BKY shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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