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DU52 UTZ

2002 Toyota MR2

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,747 mi
Last recorded53,747 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2002 Toyota MR269,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU52 UTZ
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 53,747 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (3.5.1i)

coil spring corroded both front (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 51,496 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil mist of oil starting to leak (2.7.3)

Fail 20 Nov 2015 51,496 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak leaking (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil mist of oil starting to leak (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 47,963 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 44,196 miles

Both front tyres have cracks in the tread

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 39,394 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 22 Nov 2011 33,941 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 33,941 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 28,323 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2009 24,246 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 24,244 miles

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 21,671 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 21,668 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 21,668 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 21,127 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 21,127 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)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Sep 2005 13,726 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2005 137,269 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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DU52 UTZ is a 2002 Toyota MR2 in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Toyota MR2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 69,538 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DU52 UTZ, 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 24 years old, this Toyota MR2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DU52 UTZ?

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What year was DU52 UTZ registered?

DU52 UTZ is a 2002 Toyota MR2, first registered on 16 September 2002.

Is DU52 UTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU52 UTZ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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