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DE53 OYV

2003 Toyota MR2

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,067 mi
Last recorded74,067 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Toyota MR266,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 OYV
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2014 74,067 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 70,104 miles

Both rear brakes binding slightly after use

Both rear tyres worn down to 3mm and showing signs of cracking / perishing between treads

Rear brake pad linings over 50% worn

Fail 12 Oct 2013 70,101 miles

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

Both rear brakes binding slightly after use

Both rear tyres worn down to 3mm and showing signs of cracking / perishing between treads

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

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

Rear brake pad linings over 50% worn

Pass 12 Oct 2012 64,096 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 57,586 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 53,882 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 45,715 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2008 34,130 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 26,219 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 22,741 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 22,727 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear 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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DE53 OYV is a 2003 Toyota MR2 in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 DE53 OYV, 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 DE53 OYV registered?

DE53 OYV is a 2003 Toyota MR2, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is DE53 OYV safe to buy?

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