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S882 VWE

1998 Toyota Regius

Black Petrol 2690cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

275,742 mi
Last recorded275,742 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Toyota Regius125,843 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS882 VWE
MakeToyota
ModelRegius
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,690cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 275,742 miles

under body under sealed

Pass 15 Nov 2024 275,164 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 274,683 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 21 Sep 2023 274,674 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 274,402 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Propshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 22 Jul 2022 274,402 miles

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Propshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 273,240 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2021 273,240 miles

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 270,694 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 264,481 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2019 264,481 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 250,680 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear and front suspension components surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 238,334 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 226,025 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH WORN ON OUTER TREADS (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 212,052 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 198,670 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 184,431 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 171,594 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 167,376 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 151,932 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2010 151,932 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2009 141,848 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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S882 VWE is a 1998 Toyota Regius in Black with a 2,690cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 S882 VWE, 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.

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What year was S882 VWE registered?

S882 VWE is a 1998 Toyota Regius, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S882 VWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S882 VWE shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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