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Toyota MR2

White · Petrol · 1996 · 1,998 cc

C8 HYSMOT history

C8 HYS is a white petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 17 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 137,753 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
137,753 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,707 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 HYS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
17 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 HYS was last recorded at 137,753 miles on 14 May 2026, 1,081 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,672 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,081 miles
Average per year
2,707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,753 miles
  • 2025 – 136,672 miles
  • 2024 – 135,771 miles
  • 2023 – 135,055 miles
  • 2022 – 134,645 miles
  • 2021 – 134,092 miles
  • 2020 – 133,551 miles
  • 2019 – 133,005 miles
  • 2018 – 132,215 miles
  • 2014 – 128,381 miles
  • 2013 – 128,377 miles
  • 2012 – 126,706 miles
  • 2011 – 122,734 miles
  • 2010 – 119,400 miles
  • 2009 – 112,790 miles
  • 2008 – 104,926 miles
  • 2007 – 97,278 miles
  • 2006 – 89,634 miles
  • 2005 – 82,035 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,753 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

31 tests since 12 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,753 miles (+1,081)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    137,753 miles
    Test number
    832840655904
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass136,672 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    136,672 miles
    Test number
    791241328249
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail136,672 miles (+901)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,672 miles
    Test number
    768117473493
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass135,771 miles (+716)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    135,771 miles
    Test number
    302484587342
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass135,055 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    135,055 miles
    Test number
    394247029790
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Fail135,054 miles (+409)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,054 miles
    Test number
    778055211958
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass134,645 miles (+553)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2023
    Odometer
    134,645 miles
    Test number
    274288878237
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass134,092 miles (+541)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2022
    Odometer
    134,092 miles
    Test number
    321980762590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass133,551 miles (+546)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2021
    Odometer
    133,551 miles
    Test number
    734896182532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass133,005 miles (+790)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2020
    Odometer
    133,005 miles
    Test number
    119483803201
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass132,215 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    132,215 miles
    Test number
    555095638592
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  12. Pass131,494 km
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    131,494 km
    Test number
    208897468563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail131,494 km (+285)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,494 km
    Test number
    316088681553
    • FailureEmissions not tested exhaust blowing (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inside (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass131,209 km (+1,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    131,209 km
    Test number
    534454559066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front worn at inner edge

  15. Fail129,801 km1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,801 km
    Test number
    216637175062
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass129,801 km
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    129,801 km
    Test number
    646917475052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass128,381 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    128,381 miles
    Test number
    499473984023
    • NoteRear exhaust pipe been temp repair

  18. Fail128,377 miles (+1,671)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,377 miles
    Test number
    738128603358
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass126,706 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    126,706 miles
    Test number
    369809372243
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail126,706 miles (+3,972)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,706 miles
    Test number
    497068172273
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass122,734 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    122,734 miles
    Test number
    378468971407
    • NoteTravel in hand brake

  22. Fail122,734 miles (+3,334)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,734 miles
    Test number
    977587971264
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteTravel in hand brake

  23. Pass119,400 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    119,400 miles
    Test number
    174457680231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail119,398 miles (+6,608)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,398 miles
    Test number
    980214580214
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass112,790 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    112,790 miles
    Test number
    152580089239
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Fail112,790 miles (+7,864)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,790 miles
    Test number
    382538279249
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass104,926 miles (+7,648)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    104,926 miles
    Test number
    783677878292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass97,278 miles (+7,644)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    97,278 miles
    Test number
    340113287276
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  29. Pass89,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    89,634 miles
    Test number
    154522286252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail89,634 miles (+7,599)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,634 miles
    Test number
    563479376293
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass82,035 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    82,035 miles
    Test number
    581995385241
    • NoteSligh play off side front wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight damp patch off side rear shocker
    • NoteUnder trayes fitted

Questions about C8 HYS

Does C8 HYS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 HYS is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 HYS?
The MOT on C8 HYS is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 HYS done?
C8 HYS was recorded at 137,753 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 2,707 miles a year.
Has C8 HYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 HYS has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on C8 HYS ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on C8 HYS find?
C8 HYS passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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