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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Toyota Paseo. Check any Paseo by registration number below.

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78.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-5.4%

vs Toyota Avg

4

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Toyota Paseo — MOT Reliability Overview

The Toyota Paseo has an average MOT pass rate of 78.1%, which is 5.4 percentage points below the Toyota brand average of 83.5%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Paseo on the road.

The most common reasons a Toyota Paseo fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your Paseo for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Toyota Paseo, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Toyota Paseo performs at MOT across different model years.

1998

Based on 57 vehicles

86.0%Excellent
Toyota average: 83.5%

1997

Based on 204 vehicles

75.5%Good
Toyota average: 83.5%
Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

18.7%

1996

Based on 355 vehicles

74.1%Average
Toyota average: 83.5%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

25.2%

0

Based on 199 vehicles

76.9%Good
Toyota average: 83.5%
Mileage at 5yr

104k mi

Top MOT Failures — Toyota Paseo

The most common reasons a Toyota Paseo fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

6.5%
2

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

5.9%
3

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

5.9%
4

A tyre seriously damaged

4.9%
5

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

4.8%
Toyota Paseo Common Faults & Repair Costs

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Compare MOT reliability across Toyota models.

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83.2% pass rate

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95.2% pass rate

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92.2% pass rate

Toyota Estima

84.6% pass rate

Toyota Yaris Icon Hev Cvt

95.1% pass rate

Toyota Townace

72.4% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Toyota Paseo

Toyota Paseo — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Toyota Paseo MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Toyota Paseo?
The average MOT pass rate for the Toyota Paseo is 78.1% compared to the Toyota average of 83.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Toyota Paseo?
The most common MOT failures on the Toyota Paseo are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (6.5%), Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded (5.9%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (5.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Toyota Paseo reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 78.1%, the Toyota Paseo is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Toyota Paseo?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Toyota Paseo?
Typical mileage for the Toyota Paseo: 103,829 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Paseo to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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