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N11 AFN

1997 Toyota MR2

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

89,707 mi
Last recorded89,707 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Toyota MR295,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN11 AFN
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 89,707 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

slight under carriage corisiion

Pass 4 May 2023 89,417 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

oil leak

slight corrosion under Neath

Pass 15 Mar 2022 88,871 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

slight corrosion on inner sills

Pass 5 Mar 2021 88,657 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 88,650 miles

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

slight oil leak

Fail 4 Mar 2021 88,637 miles

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

slight oil leak

Pass 27 Nov 2019 86,452 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 86,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 83,467 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Jun 2018 83,463 miles

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

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

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2006 75,405 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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N11 AFN is a 1997 Toyota MR2 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N11 AFN, 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

How do I check the history of N11 AFN?

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What year was N11 AFN registered?

N11 AFN is a 1997 Toyota MR2, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is N11 AFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N11 AFN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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