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MA02 XTB

2002 Toyota MR2

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

91,654 mi
Last recorded91,654 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 Toyota MR269,538 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA02 XTB
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2019 91,654 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2019 90,055 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 85,478 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel lowwer universal joint (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2018 85,478 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel lowwer universal joint (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2018 85,434 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle partly corroding

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel lower universal joint has play, advise to get repaired (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 82,576 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

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

Offside Front Tyre is devoid of tread on inner edge but no ply or cords are exposed

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

Pass 14 Mar 2017 77,873 miles

Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play would recommend attention as is only a small joint and wear could progress quickly (2.1.5)

Offside Rear handbrake efficiency lower caliper handbrake lever not back at stop recommend attention

Rear engine underbody tray badly insecure

Fail 14 Mar 2017 77,873 miles

Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play would recommend attention as is only a small joint and wear could progress quickly (2.1.5)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear handbrake efficiency lower caliper handbrake lever not back at stop recommend attention

Rear engine underbody tray badly insecure

Pass 24 Mar 2016 66,825 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 66,682 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2015 53,619 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 51,384 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre showing signs of slight uneven wear

Pass 25 Mar 2013 47,387 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 44,176 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 40,280 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 31,335 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 28,198 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 26,039 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 22,751 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 19,316 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2005 13,305 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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MA02 XTB is a 2002 Toyota MR2 in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 MA02 XTB, 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.

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What year was MA02 XTB registered?

MA02 XTB is a 2002 Toyota MR2, first registered on 29 March 2002.

Is MA02 XTB safe to buy?

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