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Toyota MR2

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 1,998 cc

L39 SHWMOT history

L39 SHW is a red petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 27 Jul 2024 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 65,074 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jul 2024
Mileage
65,074 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2023
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,447 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L39 SHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L39 SHW was last recorded at 65,074 miles on 4 Jul 2023, 692 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,382 miles · 5 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
692 miles
Average per year
1,447 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 65,074 miles
  • 2022 – 64,382 miles
  • 2021 – 64,221 miles
  • 2020 – 63,780 miles
  • 2019 – 61,660 miles
  • 2018 – 59,290 miles
  • 2017 – 57,095 miles
  • 2016 – 55,384 miles
  • 2015 – 53,170 miles
  • 2014 – 51,499 miles
  • 2013 – 50,293 miles
  • 2012 – 49,173 miles
  • 2011 – 47,949 miles
  • 2010 – 46,749 miles
  • 2009 – 45,520 miles
  • 2008 – 44,324 miles
  • 2007 – 42,756 miles
  • 2006 – 40,992 miles
  • 2005 – 39,112 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,074 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,074 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    65,074 miles
    Test number
    932692563348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail65,074 miles (+692)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,074 miles
    Test number
    455726990906
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass64,382 miles (+161)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    64,382 miles
    Test number
    666410998478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass64,221 miles (+441)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    64,221 miles
    Test number
    724097862061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass63,780 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    63,780 miles
    Test number
    888368121401
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Fail63,759 miles (+2,099)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,759 miles
    Test number
    306896799982
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass61,660 miles (+2,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    61,660 miles
    Test number
    436257669251
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass59,290 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    59,290 miles
    Test number
    123439436944
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail59,290 miles (+2,195)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,290 miles
    Test number
    755766532594
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass57,095 miles (+1,711)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    57,095 miles
    Test number
    466925139267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,384 miles (+2,214)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    55,384 miles
    Test number
    252562592305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,170 miles (+1,671)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    53,170 miles
    Test number
    978901605207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,499 miles (+1,206)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    51,499 miles
    Test number
    676525794199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,293 miles (+1,120)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    50,293 miles
    Test number
    436123103229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,173 miles (+1,224)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    49,173 miles
    Test number
    589665802247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,949 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    47,949 miles
    Test number
    826109991128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,903 miles (+1,154)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,903 miles
    Test number
    279242891433
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

  18. Pass46,749 miles (+1,229)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    46,749 miles
    Test number
    621553190187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  19. Pass45,520 miles (+1,196)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    45,520 miles
    Test number
    542478109251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,324 miles (+1,568)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    44,324 miles
    Test number
    642570218230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,756 miles (+1,764)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    42,756 miles
    Test number
    641154207277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,992 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    40,992 miles
    Test number
    333268606412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail40,972 miles (+1,860)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,972 miles
    Test number
    834765406212
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  24. Pass39,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    39,112 miles
    Test number
    113167305218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L39 SHW

Does L39 SHW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L39 SHW expired on 27 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L39 SHW?
The MOT on L39 SHW expired on 27 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L39 SHW done?
L39 SHW was recorded at 65,074 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2023, an average of 1,447 miles a year.
Has L39 SHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L39 SHW has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on L39 SHW 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 L39 SHW find?
L39 SHW passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2023 with 9 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 6 more.

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