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A5 XPR

1998 Toyota MR2

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

79,142 mi
Last recorded79,142 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 Toyota MR2102,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 XPR
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2020 79,142 miles

general underside corrosion

Pass 15 Mar 2019 79,025 miles

general underside corrosion

Pass 4 Nov 2015 78,909 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

general underside corrosion

Fail 4 Nov 2015 78,909 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

general underside corrosion

Pass 12 Apr 2012 122,052 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 77,775 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 76,537 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 76,012 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 76,012 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 74,679 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 74,679 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Toyota MR2?

Based on 602,130 MOT tests across 48,586 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
3,018
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
48,586
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,842
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,398
parking brake recording little or no effort 26,783
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 19,194
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15,393
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A5 XPR is a 1998 Toyota MR2 in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Toyota MR2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 102,678 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota MR2 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 36,842 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 XPR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota MR2 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 28 years old, this Toyota MR2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A5 XPR registered?

A5 XPR is a 1998 Toyota MR2, first registered on 2 February 1998.

Is A5 XPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 XPR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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