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FH03 NYB

2003 Toyota MR2

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

65,919 mi
Last recorded65,919 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota MR266,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH03 NYB
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 65,919 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2024 65,732 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2024 65,727 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2022 65,723 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 64,908 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 64,497 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 63,800 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 63,619 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 63,291 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 62,835 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 61,481 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

underside corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2014 59,010 miles

nsf wiper poor

Fail 20 Mar 2014 59,010 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

nsf wiper poor

Fail 23 Mar 2013 53,172 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 53,172 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2011 40,491 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 40,491 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 33,949 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all tyres close to limit

n/s head lamp aim at lowest setting

Pass 11 Nov 2009 33,949 miles

all tyres close to limit

n/s head lamp aim at lowest setting

Pass 14 Apr 2008 24,730 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 22,821 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 19,090 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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FH03 NYB is a 2003 Toyota MR2 in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 FH03 NYB, 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 FH03 NYB?

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What year was FH03 NYB registered?

FH03 NYB is a 2003 Toyota MR2, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is FH03 NYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH03 NYB shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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