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GY55 KVU

2005 Toyota MR2

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

80,285 mi
Last recorded80,285 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Toyota MR261,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY55 KVU
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2020 80,285 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2019 78,623 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 73,017 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 67,235 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 64,475 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 63,138 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 28 Sep 2015 63,138 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 61,843 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 56,990 miles

front brake discs rusty on inner faces

under body has slight rusty areas

Pass 26 Oct 2012 50,727 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)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 43,143 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 43,143 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 30 Sep 2010 36,954 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 36,954 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 32,102 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 27,730 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 27,727 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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GY55 KVU is a 2005 Toyota MR2 in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KVU, 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

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What year was GY55 KVU registered?

GY55 KVU is a 2005 Toyota MR2, first registered on 20 September 2005.

Is GY55 KVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY55 KVU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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