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Toyota MR2

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,998 cc

L40 DEJMOT history

L40 DEJ is a blue petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 157,291 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
157,291 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
938 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 DEJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 DEJ was last recorded at 157,291 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,286 miles · 21 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
938 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,291 miles
  • 2018 – 157,190 miles
  • 2017 – 156,791 miles
  • 2016 – 155,611 miles
  • 2015 – 151,507 miles
  • 2014 – 150,874 miles
  • 2013 – 150,395 miles
  • 2012 – 149,449 miles
  • 2011 – 148,118 miles
  • 2010 – 147,359 miles
  • 2009 – 145,187 miles
  • 2008 – 143,786 miles
  • 2007 – 141,760 miles
  • 2006 – 139,849 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,291 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • N/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,291 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    157,291 miles
    Test number
    429215576438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail157,286 miles (+96)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,286 miles
    Test number
    433010948071
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass157,190 miles (+399)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    157,190 miles
    Test number
    106179188265
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPark brake has little reserve travel

  4. Pass156,791 miles (+102)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    156,791 miles
    Test number
    158323931078
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  5. Fail156,689 miles (+1,078)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,689 miles
    Test number
    426319487242
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  6. Pass155,611 miles (+4,104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    155,611 miles
    Test number
    108286938281
    • AdvisoryAll suspention arms corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass151,507 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    151,507 miles
    Test number
    853766958557
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  8. Fail151,473 miles (+599)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,473 miles
    Test number
    162966122485
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryLambda sensor has been disconnected, the wiring has been cut through
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  9. Pass150,874 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    150,874 miles
    Test number
    475848064219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine compartment cover stay retaining clip broken

  10. Fail150,874 miles (+479)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,874 miles
    Test number
    619188364239
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine compartment cover stay retaining clip broken

  11. Pass150,395 miles (+946)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    150,395 miles
    Test number
    847366163228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass149,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    149,449 miles
    Test number
    796370572264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail149,449 miles (+1,331)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,449 miles
    Test number
    457697152220
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  14. Pass148,118 miles (+759)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    148,118 miles
    Test number
    869703651236
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass147,359 miles (+2,172)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    147,359 miles
    Test number
    330917550472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass145,187 miles (+1,401)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    145,187 miles
    Test number
    544752159228
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass143,786 miles (+2,026)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    143,786 miles
    Test number
    602803758296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass141,760 miles (+1,911)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    141,760 miles
    Test number
    514894557255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass139,849 miles (+1,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    139,849 miles
    Test number
    304910156494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass138,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    138,066 miles
    Test number
    563435856050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 DEJ

Does L40 DEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 DEJ is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 DEJ?
The MOT on L40 DEJ is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 DEJ done?
L40 DEJ was recorded at 157,291 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 938 miles a year.
Has L40 DEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 DEJ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 DEJ 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 L40 DEJ find?
L40 DEJ passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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