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Toyota MR2

Grey · Petrol · 1994 · 1,998 cc

L118 FCGMOT history

L118 FCG is a grey petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 24 Mar 1994. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 170,360 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
170,360 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,595 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L118 FCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
24 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L118 FCG was last recorded at 170,360 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,352 miles · 24 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,595 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,360 miles
  • 2024 – 169,153 miles
  • 2023 – 169,126 miles
  • 2022 – 167,461 miles
  • 2021 – 164,942 miles
  • 2020 – 164,917 miles
  • 2019 – 162,391 miles
  • 2018 – 159,469 miles
  • 2015 – 146,004 miles
  • 2014 – 140,964 miles
  • 2013 – 139,953 miles
  • 2012 – 138,594 miles
  • 2011 – 132,375 miles
  • 2010 – 128,360 miles
  • 2009 – 122,302 miles
  • 2008 – 114,890 miles
  • 2007 – 108,052 miles
  • 2006 – 99,692 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,360 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust system corroded - temp repairRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides heavily cracking / borderline (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCovers + shields fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryHandbrake travelRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUnder vehicle + all steering / suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible section,

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,360 miles (+8)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    170,360 miles
    Test number
    928830481779
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust system corroded - temp repair
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides heavily cracking / borderline (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers + shields fitted
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle + all steering / suspension components corroded

  2. Fail170,352 miles (+1,199)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,352 miles
    Test number
    467037612385
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass169,153 miles (+27)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    169,153 miles
    Test number
    184239834738
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust system corroded - temp repair
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers + shields fitted
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle + all steering / suspension components corroded

  4. Fail169,126 miles (+1,665)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,126 miles
    Test number
    664467374764
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake Travel
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking + Slight Tear Not Reaching Ply/Cords Inner Sidewall - 205/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking + Slight Tear Not Reaching Ply/Cords Outer Edge - 205/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass167,461 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    167,461 miles
    Test number
    216439296039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail167,458 miles (+10)3 major3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,458 miles
    Test number
    913573741499
    • 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 testFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases down pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail167,448 miles (+2,506)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,448 miles
    Test number
    576562660111
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge and tire worn close to 2.m (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested excessive exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass164,942 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    164,942 miles
    Test number
    444453165402
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible section, (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail164,917 miles (+2,526)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,917 miles
    Test number
    274034526870
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill area, (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill area, (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill aera, (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible section, (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Door bottom corroded.

  10. Pass162,391 miles (+2,922)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    162,391 miles
    Test number
    879332363305
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area, (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass159,469 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    159,469 miles
    Test number
    828265305722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail159,463 miles (+13,459)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,463 miles
    Test number
    315577105082
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass146,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    146,004 miles
    Test number
    656207095190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail146,004 miles (+5,040)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,004 miles
    Test number
    589166695171
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass140,964 miles (+1,011)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    140,964 miles
    Test number
    255228774404
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass139,953 miles (+1,359)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    139,953 miles
    Test number
    849635263147
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass138,594 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    138,594 miles
    Test number
    586114482142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail138,535 miles (+6,160)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,535 miles
    Test number
    208627172175
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  19. Pass132,375 miles (+4,015)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    132,375 miles
    Test number
    787926481189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass128,360 miles (+6,058)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    128,360 miles
    Test number
    200117760134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass122,302 miles (+7,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    122,302 miles
    Test number
    244598369422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass114,890 miles (+6,838)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    114,890 miles
    Test number
    151732778137
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  23. Pass108,052 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    108,052 miles
    Test number
    180674297132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail107,988 miles (+8,296)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,988 miles
    Test number
    432280897175
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass99,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    99,692 miles
    Test number
    591240486175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L118 FCG

Does L118 FCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L118 FCG is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L118 FCG?
The MOT on L118 FCG is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L118 FCG done?
L118 FCG was recorded at 170,360 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 3,595 miles a year.
Has L118 FCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L118 FCG has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L118 FCG 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 L118 FCG find?
L118 FCG passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; central exhaust system corroded - temp repair; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, and 7 more.

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