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Toyota MR2

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 1,998 cc

L18 AWGMOT history

L18 AWG is a black petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 6 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 90,597 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jun 2027
Mileage
90,597 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 AWG
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
6 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 AWG was last recorded at 90,597 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 583 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,014 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
583 miles
Average per year
1,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,597 miles
  • 2025 – 90,014 miles
  • 2024 – 89,838 miles
  • 2023 – 89,268 miles
  • 2022 – 88,798 miles
  • 2021 – 87,769 miles
  • 2019 – 85,289 miles
  • 2018 – 84,781 miles
  • 2017 – 84,286 miles
  • 2016 – 84,014 miles
  • 2015 – 81,155 miles
  • 2014 – 77,430 miles
  • 2013 – 75,144 miles
  • 2012 – 71,704 miles
  • 2011 – 67,517 miles
  • 2010 – 60,737 miles
  • 2009 – 56,481 miles
  • 2008 – 56,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,597 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill reapared & covered in seam sealer & underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills repaired & covered in seam sealer & underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch @ lower wing corroded but not structuraly relevant (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill covered in sem sealer & underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill repaired & covered in seam sealer & underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases a joint !

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,597 miles (+583)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    90,597 miles
    Test number
    740409420802
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill reapared & covered in seam sealer & underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills repaired & covered in seam sealer & underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch @ lower wing corroded but not structuraly relevant (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill covered in sem sealer & underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill repaired & covered in seam sealer & underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass90,014 miles (+176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    90,014 miles
    Test number
    227058198129
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Various repairs carried out but seam sealer & underseal not allowing accurate examination of repairs ! (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  3. Pass89,838 miles (+570)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    89,838 miles
    Test number
    228385144872
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covered in underseal covering some components

  4. Pass89,268 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    89,268 miles
    Test number
    426728411070
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail89,239 miles (+441)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,239 miles
    Test number
    363060735382
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill at wheel arch sections / both sides not structural (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass88,798 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    88,798 miles
    Test number
    863307808896
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases a joint ! (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail88,790 miles (+1,021)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,790 miles
    Test number
    699593613199
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases a joint ! (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass87,769 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    87,769 miles
    Test number
    604612873188
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail87,767 miles (+2,478)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,767 miles
    Test number
    968777152169
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass85,289 miles (+508)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,289 miles
    Test number
    466252201798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,781 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    84,781 miles
    Test number
    410977791430
    • 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Fail84,763 miles (+477)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,763 miles
    Test number
    983979105407
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass84,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,286 miles
    Test number
    886058209255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,286 miles (+272)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,286 miles
    Test number
    616413485145
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear number plates stuck over show plates

  15. Pass84,014 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    84,014 miles
    Test number
    146652217167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail84,012 miles (+2,857)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,012 miles
    Test number
    512054068180
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureSpeedometer clearly inoperative (6.7.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass81,155 miles (+3,725)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    81,155 miles
    Test number
    205998705166
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass77,430 miles (+2,286)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    77,430 miles
    Test number
    925191594050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside front wheel centre cap missing

  19. Pass75,144 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    75,144 miles
    Test number
    767262513148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Fail75,136 miles (+3,432)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,136 miles
    Test number
    169150413194
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass71,704 miles (+4,187)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    71,704 miles
    Test number
    595388192077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass67,517 miles (+6,780)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    67,517 miles
    Test number
    845722791078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail60,737 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,737 miles
    Test number
    701212010154
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  24. Pass60,737 miles (+4,256)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    60,737 miles
    Test number
    964212110114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    56,481 miles
    Test number
    154541629179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail56,481 miles (+301)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,481 miles
    Test number
    252701429486
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

  27. Pass56,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    56,180 miles
    Test number
    104820728158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 AWG

Does L18 AWG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 AWG is valid until 12 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 AWG?
The MOT on L18 AWG is valid until 12 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 AWG done?
L18 AWG was recorded at 90,597 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 1,900 miles a year.
Has L18 AWG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 AWG has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L18 AWG 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 L18 AWG find?
L18 AWG passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill reapared & covered in seam sealer & underseal; nearside outer integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills repaired & covered in seam sealer & underseal; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch @ lower wing corroded but not structuraly relevant, and 3 more.

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