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EY53 TGV

2003 Toyota MR2

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

73,588 mi
Last recorded73,588 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Toyota MR266,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY53 TGV
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2021 73,588 miles

surface corrosion to front & rear subframes and all suspension components.

Pass 3 Sep 2020 73,417 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 72,772 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 72,772 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Aug 2018 69,629 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 67,211 miles

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

front brake discs heavily corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2016 64,088 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 60,434 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 55,966 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 51,392 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 46,182 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 42,399 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 37,937 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 34,130 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 28,028 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 22,635 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 17,325 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside 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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EY53 TGV is a 2003 Toyota MR2 in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EY53 TGV, 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 EY53 TGV registered?

EY53 TGV is a 2003 Toyota MR2, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is EY53 TGV safe to buy?

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