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L18 DEY

2004 Toyota MR2

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

72,484 mi
Last recorded72,484 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2024
Typical for 2004 Toyota MR263,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL18 DEY
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2024 72,484 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 70,979 miles

Front Coil spring corroded and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 70,072 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2022 70,072 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 69,108 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 68,678 miles

Front brakes corroded

Front tyres cracking on tred

Rear brakes corroded

Pass 26 Jan 2019 68,076 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 66,450 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2017 65,146 miles

Front Both front headlamp lens discoloured

Pass 2 Feb 2016 62,741 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 62,741 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 60,643 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2013 57,543 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 55,575 miles

Nearside Front 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 25 Jun 2011 53,532 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 49,104 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 46,245 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 42,753 miles

rear brake discs slightly corroded on inner edges

Pass 1 Mar 2007 33,189 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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L18 DEY is a 2004 Toyota MR2 in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2004 Toyota MR2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 63,331 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 L18 DEY, 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 22 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 L18 DEY registered?

L18 DEY is a 2004 Toyota MR2, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is L18 DEY safe to buy?

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