2015 Toyota Regius — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 273 MOT tests, the 2015 Toyota Regius recorded an 83.2% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail at 16.2%, so the 2015 Regius sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 11.7% of all tests — 5.9 points clear of brakes, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, headlamp aim and headlamp — wipers alone was recorded 13 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2015 Regius fails 15.9% of the time in the 60-90k band and 16.7% at 150k+, a spread of only 0.8 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 23.1% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 11.7% | 32 |
| 2 | Brakes | 5.9% | 16 |
| 3 | Suspension | 4.8% | 13 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.8% | 13 |
| 5 | Tyres | 3.7% | 10 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.2% | 6 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 13 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 13 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 11 |
| 4 | Rear fog lamp | 9 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 9 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 8 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 23.1% | 63 |
| 2 | Brakes | 21.3% | 58 |
| 3 | Tyres | 19.4% | 53 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 11.4% | 31 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.2% | 25 |
| 6 | Other defects | 5.1% | 14 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 63 | 15.9% |
| 90-120k | 86 | 15.1% |
| 120-150k | 68 | 20.6% |
| 150k+ | 42 | 16.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 59 | 18.6% |
| 2022 | 60 | 13.3% |
| 2023 | 60 | 15.0% |
| 2024 | 48 | 18.8% |
| 2025 | 46 | 19.6% |
What to check before buying a 2015 Regius
On a 2015 Regius, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 11.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (11.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (5.9% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (4.8% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2015 Toyota Regiuss pass their MOT?
83.2% of the 273 2015 Toyota Regius MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 16.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2015 Toyota Regius?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 11.7% of tests, followed by brakes (5.9%).
Does the 2015 Regius get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 15.9% in the 60-90k band to 16.7% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 273 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.