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LJ02 CPZ

2002 Toyota MR2

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

104,601 mi
Last recorded104,601 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Toyota MR269,538 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ02 CPZ
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 104,601 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 28 May 2026 104,601 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 May 2025 102,648 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 92,869 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 84,573 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamp lens dirty (4.1.4 (b))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 May 2022 79,796 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2021 78,846 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 77,667 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 75,863 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 73,957 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 72,080 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 70,462 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 68,410 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 66,275 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 63,642 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 61,015 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 58,402 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 55,426 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 52,229 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 48,340 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 44,820 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 41,073 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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LJ02 CPZ is a 2002 Toyota MR2 in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 LJ02 CPZ, 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 LJ02 CPZ registered?

LJ02 CPZ is a 2002 Toyota MR2, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is LJ02 CPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ02 CPZ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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