Toyota MR2 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Toyota MR2. Check any MR2 by registration number below.

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73.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-10.2%

vs Toyota Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Toyota MR2 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Toyota MR2 has an average MOT pass rate of 73.3%, which is 10.2 percentage points below the Toyota brand average of 83.5%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your MR2 on the road.

The most common reasons a Toyota MR2 fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement. If you are preparing your MR2 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Toyota MR2, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Toyota MR2 performs at MOT across different model years.

2008

Based on 95 vehicles

90.5%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

5.2%

2007

Based on 152 vehicles

72.4%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

6.1%

Retest Rate

24.2%

2006

Based on 1,852 vehicles

77.1%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

18.3%

2005

Based on 2,106 vehicles

72.9%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.2%

Retest Rate

22.3%

2004

Based on 3,068 vehicles

72.8%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.3%

Retest Rate

24.0%

2003

Based on 3,333 vehicles

72.2%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

22.7%

2002

Based on 2,775 vehicles

69.8%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.1%

Retest Rate

21.4%

2001

Based on 2,261 vehicles

70.1%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.3%

Retest Rate

22.8%

2000

Based on 2,546 vehicles

67.7%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

4.9%

Retest Rate

23.0%

1999

Based on 1,066 vehicles

73.7%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

17.6%

1998

Based on 1,626 vehicles

72.0%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

16.6%

1997

Based on 1,027 vehicles

68.5%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

18.7%

1996

Based on 706 vehicles

72.1%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.7%

Retest Rate

19.3%

1995

Based on 592 vehicles

67.7%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

24.6%

1994

Based on 596 vehicles

69.8%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

23.6%

1993

Based on 1,034 vehicles

69.3%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

18.6%

1992

Based on 958 vehicles

65.2%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

22.8%

1991

Based on 823 vehicles

68.8%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.9%

Retest Rate

21.5%

1990

Based on 842 vehicles

74.6%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

18.6%

1989

Based on 966 vehicles

81.8%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

10.7%

1988

Based on 759 vehicles

78.8%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.7%

Retest Rate

17.0%

1987

Based on 533 vehicles

77.9%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

15.1%

1986

Based on 290 vehicles

75.5%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

14.7%

1985

Based on 182 vehicles

75.8%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

16.5%

0

Based on 13,420 vehicles

75.3%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Mileage at 5yr

95k mi

Top MOT Failures — Toyota MR2

The most common reasons a Toyota MR2 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

5.3%

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

5.1%

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

3.8%

Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits

3.3%

Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

3.1%

Toyota MR2 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

4.2%

Offside

2.1%

Nearside

2.1%

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95.2% pass rate

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92.2% pass rate

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84.6% pass rate

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95.1% pass rate

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Toyota MR2

Toyota MR2 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Toyota MR2 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Toyota MR2?

The average MOT pass rate for the Toyota MR2 is 73.3% compared to the Toyota average of 83.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Toyota MR2?

The most common MOT failures on the Toyota MR2 are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (5.3%), Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced (5.1%), Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement (3.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Toyota MR2 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 73.3%, the Toyota MR2 is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Toyota MR2?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Toyota MR2?

Typical mileage for the Toyota MR2: 95,147 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used MR2 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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