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CX03 WBU

2003 Toyota MR2

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

139,005 mi
Last recorded139,005 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota MR266,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX03 WBU
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2025 139,005 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 133,135 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2024 133,135 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 127,682 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2023 127,498 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 121,749 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 110,446 miles

Engine light illuminated

Pass 4 Feb 2020 104,780 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Feb 2020 104,779 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 99,176 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 99,176 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2018 93,799 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 93,709 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.4mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 85,190 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 70,732 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 56,022 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 54,345 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 54,345 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 52,226 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 49,294 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 46,255 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 46,255 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 43,477 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 37,680 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 33,200 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 28,294 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 22,694 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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CX03 WBU is a 2003 Toyota MR2 in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 CX03 WBU, 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 CX03 WBU registered?

CX03 WBU is a 2003 Toyota MR2, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is CX03 WBU safe to buy?

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