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AX02 LWC

2002 Toyota MR2

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,157 mi
Last recorded92,157 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota MR269,538 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX02 LWC
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 92,157 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 22 May 2026 92,137 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside front lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 90,988 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 85,722 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Also parking brake requirements only just met. (1.2.1 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 79,660 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 73,424 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2x Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 67,684 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 64,436 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 62,989 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 61,321 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 58,901 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 58,901 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 57,231 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 57,223 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 54,604 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 52,472 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 50,666 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 48,966 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 47,309 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 44,988 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 42,279 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 37,986 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 30,710 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2005 24,080 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AX02 LWC is a 2002 Toyota MR2 in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 Toyota MR2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 69,538 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 AX02 LWC, 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 24 years old, this Toyota MR2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AX02 LWC registered?

AX02 LWC is a 2002 Toyota MR2, first registered on 24 July 2002.

Is AX02 LWC safe to buy?

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