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Toyota MR2

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 1,998 cc

K98 KNOMOT history

K98 KNO is a black petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 3 Aug 2006. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 110,539 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2026
Mileage
110,539 km
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,737 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K98 KNO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
3 Aug 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

K98 KNO was last recorded at 110,539 km on 13 Oct 2026, 19,393 km more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2015.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,146 km · 14 Aug 2015
Between the last two tests
19,393 km
Average per year
1,737 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,539 km
  • 2015 – 91,146 km

What the latest MOT found

Fail110,539 km
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low Both headlamps (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted to vehicle, not allowing full inspection of some components
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside front shock damp

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Outer sill corroding

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front steering arm slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail110,539 km3 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,539 km
    Test number
    573337900294
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low Both headlamps (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted to vehicle, not allowing full inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass109,342 miles (+12)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    109,342 miles
    Test number
    138085954559
    • AdvisoryEngine damp with oil
    • AdvisoryFront anti-roll bar corroded
    • AdvisoryFront coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside front shock damp
    • AdvisoryRear anti-roll bar corroded
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  3. Fail109,330 miles (+1,329)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,330 miles
    Test number
    547355684106
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass108,001 miles (+3,018)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    108,001 miles
    Test number
    125185016890
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn, worn inner edge and perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn inner edge and perished
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged

  5. Pass104,983 miles (+4,470)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    104,983 miles
    Test number
    474245526102
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroding
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust joint corroded

  6. Pass100,513 miles (+3,070)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    100,513 miles
    Test number
    962439868021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering arm slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroding
    • AdvisoryEngine and gear box damp
    • AdvisoryLong travle handbrake

  7. Pass97,443 miles (+1,243)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    97,443 miles
    Test number
    353381292714
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering Arm Slight Play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake Slight Bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass96,200 miles (+809)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    96,200 miles
    Test number
    345105376219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle is fitted with under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

  9. Pass95,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    95,391 miles
    Test number
    931518722042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail95,391 miles (+502)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,391 miles
    Test number
    197197660637
    • MajorEmissions not tested cut out won't start (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass94,889 miles (+562)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    94,889 miles
    Test number
    503622260334
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder shield fitted to vehicle so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

  12. Pass94,327 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    94,327 miles
    Test number
    650684498677
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail94,327 miles (+3,177)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,327 miles
    Test number
    653995323847
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass91,150 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    91,150 miles
    Test number
    748827655538
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre becoming low on tread and worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre becoming low on tread and worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak (minimal)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components

  15. Fail91,149 miles3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,149 miles
    Test number
    818967870792
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre becoming low on tread and worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre becoming low on tread and worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak (minimal)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components

  16. Fail91,146 km3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,146 km
    Test number
    654181918797
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryN/s of steering rack,inner tie-rod joint worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brakes slightly binding
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on edges,becoming low on tread
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted front to rear restricting view of testable items

  17. Pass89,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    89,197 miles
    Test number
    167463714298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail89,197 miles (+1,992)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,197 miles
    Test number
    596103814247
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose kinked (3.6.B.4b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass87,205 miles (+2,185)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    87,205 miles
    Test number
    589893333243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass85,020 miles (+2,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    85,020 miles
    Test number
    476257012213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass82,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    82,608 miles
    Test number
    379696101282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail82,608 miles (+928)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,608 miles
    Test number
    997796401244
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  23. Pass81,680 miles (+2,618)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    81,680 miles
    Test number
    903640010281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass79,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    79,062 miles
    Test number
    121084809298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail79,062 miles (+3,950)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,062 miles
    Test number
    303354309431
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  26. Pass75,112 miles (+5,650)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    75,112 miles
    Test number
    823627708269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass69,462 miles (+5,184)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    69,462 miles
    Test number
    630301517202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass64,278 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    64,278 miles
    Test number
    460597706217
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K98 KNO

Does K98 KNO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K98 KNO expired on 13 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K98 KNO?
The MOT on K98 KNO expired on 13 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K98 KNO done?
K98 KNO was recorded at 110,539 km at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 1,737 km a year.
Has K98 KNO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K98 KNO has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on K98 KNO 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 K98 KNO find?
K98 KNO failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 3 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test and 3 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 4 more.

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