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DX03 LHU

2003 Toyota MR2

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

92,516 mi
Last recorded92,516 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Toyota MR266,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 LHU
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2023 92,516 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE (5.3.3 (b) (i))

GEARBOX LEAKING OIL

Pass 19 Mar 2022 92,105 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 90,693 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 88,131 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 86,581 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 86,581 miles

Front coil spring fractured both coil springs (2.4.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working both lamps (1.1.C.1d)

Wheel nut(s) missing one nut on each wheel (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 86,014 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 81,039 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 3 Jun 2014 71,530 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 71,530 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 61,505 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 61,505 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 50,808 miles

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

n/s + o/s front tyres are showing signes of ageing suggest changed soon

Fail 1 Jun 2012 50,808 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

n/s + o/s front tyres are showing signes of ageing suggest changed soon

Pass 2 Jun 2011 42,915 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 36,696 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 29 May 2009 31,453 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2009 31,453 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 269,558 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 26,954 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 20,541 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 15,331 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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DX03 LHU is a 2003 Toyota MR2 in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 DX03 LHU, 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

How do I check the history of DX03 LHU?

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What year was DX03 LHU registered?

DX03 LHU is a 2003 Toyota MR2, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is DX03 LHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX03 LHU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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