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GY55 EVP

2005 Toyota MR2

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

50,294 mi
Last recorded50,294 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Toyota MR261,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY55 EVP
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 50,294 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2026 50,266 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 48,825 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 48,613 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 44,790 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 42,281 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 39,106 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2019 39,015 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test windscreen swept area to remain clear

Pass 15 Jan 2018 31,055 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 15 Jan 2018 31,055 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 16,839 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 14,727 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 14,555 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 14,035 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 12,693 miles

All four tyres are starting to crack on the tread and sidewalls, not dangerous and no cords exposed

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 11,295 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 9,939 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 8,303 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 8,203 miles

both front tyres are wearing on inner tread area

Pass 15 Aug 2008 7,025 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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GY55 EVP is a 2005 Toyota MR2 in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Toyota MR2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 61,856 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 GY55 EVP, 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 21 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 GY55 EVP?

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What year was GY55 EVP registered?

GY55 EVP is a 2005 Toyota MR2, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is GY55 EVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY55 EVP shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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