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C24 MSC

2003 Toyota MR2

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,224 mi
Last recorded64,224 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota MR266,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC24 MSC
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 64,224 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2026 64,224 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2025 59,230 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 58,120 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

hand brake has only just met requirements

Pass 29 May 2019 57,637 miles

both headlamps deteriorating

Fail 29 May 2019 57,637 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both headlamps deteriorating

Pass 23 May 2018 55,805 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 54,972 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 52,807 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 52,807 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 50,751 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 45,007 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 44,360 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 44,360 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 43,795 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 41,165 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 33,363 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 33,363 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 29,273 miles

hand brake travel long, still has a little reserve travel

Fail 23 Nov 2009 29,273 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

hand brake travel long, still has a little reserve travel

Pass 18 Mar 2009 28,092 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 24,287 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 18,934 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 13,561 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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C24 MSC is a 2003 Toyota MR2 in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Toyota MR2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 66,548 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 C24 MSC, 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 23 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 C24 MSC registered?

C24 MSC is a 2003 Toyota MR2, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is C24 MSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C24 MSC shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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