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N201 HVX

1996 Toyota MR2

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

99,146 mi
Last recorded99,146 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Toyota MR297,157 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN201 HVX
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 99,146 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 97,387 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 94,569 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 90,123 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 87,062 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 84,222 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 83,115 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 81,152 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 78,436 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 78,420 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 72,025 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Jul 2012 71,839 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 66,266 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 66,266 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

coolant radiator deteriorated

Pass 15 Jul 2010 58,866 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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)

front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 21 Jul 2009 51,196 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 47,100 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 44,982 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 41,872 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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N201 HVX is a 1996 Toyota MR2 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1996 Toyota MR2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 97,157 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 N201 HVX, 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 30 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 N201 HVX registered?

N201 HVX is a 1996 Toyota MR2, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is N201 HVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N201 HVX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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