Toyota Regius Ace MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 35 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 11.4%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Toyota Regius Ace MOT Reliability Overview
The Toyota Regius Ace is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 35 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.6% and a failure rate of 11.4%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Toyota Regius Ace earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Toyota Regius Ace presents for MOT with approximately 65,314 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Toyota Regius Ace is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, affecting 17.1% of all tests. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. The second most common issue is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment at 5.7%. Registration Plates and VIN rounds out the top three at 5.7%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 22.8% | 8 |
| 2 | Registration Plates And Vin | 5.7% | 2 |
| 3 | Brakes | 2.9% | 1 |
| 4 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 2.9% | 1 |
| 5 | Non-component Advisories | 2.9% | 1 |
| 6 | Body, Structure And General Items | 2.9% | 1 |
| 7 | Tyres | 2.9% | 1 |
| 8 | Visibility | 2.9% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 65,314 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 3.49 | 22.8% | 8 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.87 | 5.7% | 2 |
| Brakes | 0.44 | 2.9% | 1 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.44 | 2.9% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.44 | 2.9% | 1 |
| Body & Structure | 0.44 | 2.9% | 1 |
| Tyres | 0.44 | 2.9% | 1 |
| Visibility | 0.44 | 2.9% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Toyota Regius Ace has 65,314 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Toyota Regius Ace has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 1.75% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Toyota Regius Ace MOT Data
The Toyota Regius Ace is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 35 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.6% and a failure rate of 11.4%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Toyota Regius Ace owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment and lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Regius Ace is likely to perform.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 17.1% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 17.1% of MOT failures on the Toyota Regius Ace. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 5.7% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 5.7% of MOT failures on the Toyota Regius Ace. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Registration Plates and VIN — 5.7% of failures
Registration Plates and VIN issues account for 5.7% of MOT failures on the Toyota Regius Ace. Registration Plates and VIN issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Toyota Regius Ace?
Based on 35 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Toyota Regius Ace has an overall pass rate of 88.6% (11.4% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Toyota Regius Ace?
The top 3 reasons a Toyota Regius Ace fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (17.1%), 2. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (5.7%), 3. Registration Plates and VIN (5.7%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Toyota Regius Ace reliable?
With a 11.4% MOT failure rate, the Regius Ace is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Toyota Regius Ace?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (17.1%); Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (5.7%); Registration Plates and VIN (5.7%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.