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B1 EXL

1996 Toyota MR2

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

129,469 mi
Last recorded129,469 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Toyota MR297,157 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB1 EXL
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 129,469 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 129,444 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 127,014 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner rear wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 26 May 2016 125,401 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 125,395 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 26 May 2015 121,400 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 119,561 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2012 115,893 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 111,081 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 107,707 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 102,302 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 97,452 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 90,620 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 87,651 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 78,925 miles

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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B1 EXL is a 1996 Toyota MR2 in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1996 Toyota MR2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 97,157 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 B1 EXL, 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 30 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 B1 EXL registered?

B1 EXL is a 1996 Toyota MR2, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is B1 EXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B1 EXL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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