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MR02 JNL

2004 Toyota MR2

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

99,570 mi
Last recorded99,570 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Toyota MR263,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR02 JNL
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 99,570 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 92,962 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 90,338 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 85,001 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 81,933 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 81,484 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 81,484 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 80,861 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 80,305 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 78,751 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 77,701 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 75,451 miles

n/s/f, n/s/r and o/s/f tyres cracking

Pass 22 Oct 2013 74,419 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing on outer

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner

Pass 29 Oct 2012 71,485 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

VISABLE BODY DAMAGE ALONG N/S.

VISABLE BODY DAMAGE TO BONNET.

engine oil level requires top up.

Fail 29 Oct 2012 71,485 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

VISABLE BODY DAMAGE ALONG N/S.

VISABLE BODY DAMAGE TO BONNET.

engine oil level requires top up.

Pass 24 Oct 2011 62,203 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 54,039 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 47,147 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 40,285 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 34,386 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 30,736 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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MR02 JNL is a 2004 Toyota MR2 in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 MR02 JNL, 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

How do I check the history of MR02 JNL?

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What year was MR02 JNL registered?

MR02 JNL is a 2004 Toyota MR2, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is MR02 JNL safe to buy?

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