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Toyota MR2

Red · Petrol · 1990 · 1,990 cc

G253 YRJMOT history

G253 YRJ is a red petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 31 Dec 1990. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 157,536 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jan 2026
Mileage
157,536 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,619 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G253 YRJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
31 Dec 1990
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

G253 YRJ was last recorded at 157,536 miles on 13 Jan 2025, 634 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,902 miles · 13 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
634 miles
Average per year
1,619 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 157,536 miles
  • 2023 – 156,902 miles
  • 2020 – 154,893 miles
  • 2019 – 151,700 miles
  • 2016 – 149,921 miles
  • 2015 – 148,850 miles
  • 2014 – 146,885 miles
  • 2011 – 144,409 miles
  • 2010 – 142,981 miles
  • 2009 – 141,333 miles
  • 2008 – 139,765 miles
  • 2006 – 127,946 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,536 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened n/s/r and o/s/r (5.3.1 (d) (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.

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

17 tests since 5 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,536 miles (+634)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    157,536 miles
    Test number
    120023431703
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened n/s/r and o/s/r (5.3.1 (d) (i))

  2. Pass156,902 miles (+2,009)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    156,902 miles
    Test number
    880578477415
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill covered in tape
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody surface rust

  3. Pass154,893 miles (+3,193)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    154,893 miles
    Test number
    596646329095
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass151,700 miles (+1,779)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,700 miles
    Test number
    784166938303
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass149,921 miles (+1,071)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    149,921 miles
    Test number
    726679295537
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks slight misting of oil
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside inner outer sills surface rust

  6. Pass148,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    148,850 miles
    Test number
    274157824273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail148,850 miles (+1,965)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,850 miles
    Test number
    656958916704
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  8. Pass146,885 miles (+15)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    146,885 miles
    Test number
    239813974277
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust blowing
    • NoteFront wipers poor but clearing screen
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
    • NoteN/s washer jet poor

  9. Fail146,870 miles (+2,461)4 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,870 miles
    Test number
    587130474225
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAux belt noisy
    • NoteEngine oil on min
    • NoteExhaust blowing
    • NoteFront wipers poor but clearing screen
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
    • NoteN/s washer jet poor

  10. Pass144,409 miles (+1,428)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    144,409 miles
    Test number
    449204621145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass142,981 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    142,981 miles
    Test number
    160245770019
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail142,981 miles (+1,648)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,981 miles
    Test number
    200805770089
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass141,333 miles (+161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    141,333 miles
    Test number
    554691869036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

  14. Fail141,172 miles (+1,407)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,172 miles
    Test number
    252564159038
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to split on inside wall
    • NoteOff side front tyre slightly damaged on out side wall

  15. Pass139,765 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    139,765 miles
    Test number
    691132978055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail139,755 miles (+11,809)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,755 miles
    Test number
    863120878063
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass127,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    127,946 miles
    Test number
    431548276279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about G253 YRJ

Does G253 YRJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on G253 YRJ expired on 12 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on G253 YRJ?
The MOT on G253 YRJ expired on 12 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has G253 YRJ done?
G253 YRJ was recorded at 157,536 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2025, an average of 1,619 miles a year.
Has G253 YRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G253 YRJ has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2015.
Has the mileage on G253 YRJ 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 G253 YRJ find?
G253 YRJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2025 with 2 advisories: front coil spring modified but not seriously weakened n/s/f and o/s/f; rear coil spring modified but not seriously weakened n/s/r and o/s/r.

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