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Toyota MR2

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,794 cc

EF 15MOT history

EF 15 is a black petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 25 Apr 2000. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 62,137 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
62,137 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,306 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
EF 15
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,794 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
25 Apr 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

EF 15 was last recorded at 62,137 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 223 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Mar 2012: 25,072 miles, lower than 57,691 miles on 2 Apr 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
61,914 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
223 miles
Average per year
2,306 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,137 miles
  • 2025 – 61,914 miles
  • 2024 – 60,270 miles
  • 2023 – 58,679 miles
  • 2021 – 58,662 miles
  • 2020 – 58,184 miles
  • 2019 – 53,236 miles
  • 2018 – 43,266 miles
  • 2017 – 39,117 miles
  • 2016 – 37,014 miles
  • 2015 – 33,307 miles
  • 2014 – 30,679 miles
  • 2013 – 28,048 miles
  • 2012 – 25,077 miles
  • 2011 – 57,691 miles
  • 2009 – 19,829 miles
  • 2008 – 18,652 miles
  • 2007 – 16,387 miles
  • 2006 – 15,275 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,137 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySteering column corroded universal joint

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Steering column universal joint corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Shock absorbers has light misting of oil All 4 shock absorbers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,137 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    62,137 miles
    Test number
    768927377538
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering column corroded universal joint

  2. Fail62,137 miles (+223)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,137 miles
    Test number
    123998540665
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering column corroded universal joint

  3. Pass61,914 miles (+1,644)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    61,914 miles
    Test number
    229862454226
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint corroded

  4. Pass60,270 miles (+1,591)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    60,270 miles
    Test number
    329637346010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON THE LEGAL LIMIT! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint corroded

  5. Pass58,679 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    58,679 miles
    Test number
    939251668265
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil All 4 shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail58,671 miles (+9)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,671 miles
    Test number
    199008564196
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil All 4 shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass58,662 miles (+478)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    58,662 miles
    Test number
    484699189134
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil All 4 shock absorbers have a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryWet test conditions

  8. Pass58,184 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    58,184 miles
    Test number
    526160320090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail58,183 miles (+4,947)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,183 miles
    Test number
    594535717435
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass53,236 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    53,236 miles
    Test number
    878295936951
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail53,236 miles (+9,970)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,236 miles
    Test number
    439034721821
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass43,266 miles (+4,149)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    43,266 miles
    Test number
    812305352083
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass39,117 miles (+2,103)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    39,117 miles
    Test number
    993347318850
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  14. Pass37,014 miles (+3,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    37,014 miles
    Test number
    478818349424
    • AdvisoryEngine management light

  15. Pass33,307 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    33,307 miles
    Test number
    298120315166
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking

  16. Fail33,307 miles (+2,628)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,307 miles
    Test number
    517960615158
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking

  17. Pass30,679 miles (+2,631)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    30,679 miles
    Test number
    958188284052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,048 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    28,048 miles
    Test number
    837132593092
    • NoteEngine management light

  19. Fail28,045 miles (+2,968)2 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,045 miles
    Test number
    735677583034
    • DangerousBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • DangerousBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • NoteEngine management light

  20. Pass25,077 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    25,077 miles
    Test number
    799769482034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail25,072 miles (-32,619)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,072 miles
    Test number
    165858882496
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass57,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    57,691 miles
    Test number
    526162091031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail57,691 miles (+37,862)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,691 miles
    Test number
    457580591028
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

  24. Fail19,829 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,829 miles
    Test number
    102653189407
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass19,829 miles (+1,177)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    19,829 miles
    Test number
    183573689419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass18,652 miles (+2,265)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    18,652 miles
    Test number
    232825288024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass16,387 miles (+1,112)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    16,387 miles
    Test number
    522361287053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass15,275 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    15,275 miles
    Test number
    784151886006
    • NoteHANDBRAKE EFFICIENCY JUST WITHIN "MOT" LIMITS.

Questions about EF 15

What vehicle is registration EF 15 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show EF 15 on a black petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 25 Apr 2000. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does EF 15 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on EF 15 is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on EF 15?
The MOT on EF 15 is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has EF 15 done?
EF 15 was recorded at 62,137 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 2,306 miles a year.
Has EF 15 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. EF 15 has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on EF 15 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Mar 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on EF 15 find?
EF 15 passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 4 more.

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