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FH51 SZO

2002 Toyota MR2

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

76,271 mi
Last recorded76,271 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2020
Typical for 2002 Toyota MR269,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH51 SZO
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2020 76,271 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 74,951 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 72,284 miles

under-trays fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2017 68,194 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

under trays not allowing full inspection on some components

Pass 2 Apr 2016 66,188 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

under trays unable to full inspection on some components

Pass 21 Feb 2015 65,186 miles

both front tyres slightly perished

Pass 22 Feb 2014 63,642 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

o/s/rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 8 Nov 2012 60,174 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 52,403 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 52,402 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 52,195 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 49,825 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 46,513 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 43,534 miles

light cracks in tread of rear tyres

Fail 27 Nov 2006 43,493 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Light cracking of both rear tyre treads evident

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 39,292 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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FH51 SZO is a 2002 Toyota MR2 in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 FH51 SZO, 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

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What year was FH51 SZO registered?

FH51 SZO is a 2002 Toyota MR2, first registered on 3 January 2002.

Is FH51 SZO safe to buy?

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