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C266 DEX

1986 Toyota MR2

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,861 mi
Last recorded111,861 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Toyota MR2108,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC266 DEX
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2026 111,861 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 111,846 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 111,814 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 111,787 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 111,715 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 111,691 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 111,651 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 111,595 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 111,418 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 110,995 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 110,050 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 109,123 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 108,023 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake pads getting low

oil leak

Pass 18 Sep 2007 106,292 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 104,352 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 102,638 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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C266 DEX is a 1986 Toyota MR2 in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Toyota MR2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 108,230 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 C266 DEX, 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 40 years old, this Toyota MR2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C266 DEX?

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What year was C266 DEX registered?

C266 DEX is a 1986 Toyota MR2, first registered on 29 May 1986.

Is C266 DEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C266 DEX shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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