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J116 JOU

1997 Toyota MR2

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,718 mi
Last recorded62,718 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2019
Typical for 1997 Toyota MR295,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ116 JOU
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019 62,718 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 4 May 2017 60,172 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 58,614 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 56,940 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2014 52,332 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2013 51,416 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 50,578 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 46,876 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 48,791 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 48,782 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 474,655 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 46,137 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 42,851 miles

Both front tyres,worn inner edge. Corrosion at front underside. Rear tyres,205. Front tyres195. Wiper blades worn.

Strongly adv, Full brake inspection, all brake pipes starting to corrode, all brake hoses starting to perish, slight play in steering, . Oil leaks. Fog light,n/s/f broken.

Fail 14 Jul 2006 42,832 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Offside Outer Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Strongly adv,Full brake inspection. Tyres, rear 205. front 195!. Corrosion at front underside. Oil leaks. Wiper blades worn. Fog light n/s/f broken. Both front tyres worn inner edge.

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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J116 JOU is a 1997 Toyota MR2 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Toyota MR2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 95,711 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 J116 JOU, 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 29 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 J116 JOU registered?

J116 JOU is a 1997 Toyota MR2, first registered on 29 April 1997.

Is J116 JOU safe to buy?

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