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NL51 SZT

2001 Toyota MR2

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,512 mi
Last recorded83,512 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Toyota MR271,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL51 SZT
MakeToyota
ModelMR2
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 83,512 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2017

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 78,596 miles

Covers fitted under bonnet restricting full inspection.

Fail 7 Jun 2016 78,596 miles

Covers fitted under bonnet restricting full inspection.

Nearside Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 74,613 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 8 Jun 2015 74,602 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 May 2014 69,614 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering column universal joint is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

oil leak from engine

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 15 May 2013 64,914 miles

Offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy when rotated.

Pass 19 Jul 2010 60,015 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 54,801 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 47,260 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 47,260 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 39,935 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 30,350 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 30,350 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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NL51 SZT is a 2001 Toyota MR2 in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Toyota MR2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 71,549 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 NL51 SZT, 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 25 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 NL51 SZT registered?

NL51 SZT is a 2001 Toyota MR2, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is NL51 SZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL51 SZT shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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