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Toyota MR2

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 1,999 cc

L46 MCFMOT history

L46 MCF is a red petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 1 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Jun 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 219,318 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jun 2025
Mileage
219,318 km
At MOT on 19 Jun 2024
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,581 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L46 MCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L46 MCF was last recorded at 219,318 km on 19 Jun 2024, 720 km more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,598 km · 1 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
720 km
Average per year
4,581 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 219,318 km
  • 2022 – 218,598 km
  • 2021 – 212,779 km
  • 2020 – 211,827 km
  • 2017 – 204,298 km
  • 2016 – 196,622 km
  • 2009 – 158,435 km
  • 2008 – 147,341 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,318 km
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,318 km (+720)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    219,318 km
    Test number
    143096503832
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass218,598 km (+5,819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    218,598 km
    Test number
    313711226466
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under vehicle

  3. Pass212,779 km8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    212,779 km
    Test number
    347888032744
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass211,827 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    211,827 miles
    Test number
    548993856177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail211,827 km3 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,827 km
    Test number
    324187468133
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass207,325 miles (+232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    207,325 miles
    Test number
    957306800578
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail207,093 miles (+272)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,093 miles
    Test number
    247409274032
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail206,821 miles1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,821 miles
    Test number
    496176029091
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  9. Pass204,298 km (+3,536)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    204,298 km
    Test number
    859382085039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  10. Pass200,762 km (+4,140)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    200,762 km
    Test number
    163082835325
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill has slight corrosion

  11. Pass196,622 km
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    196,622 km
    Test number
    698288439401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass183,195 miles (+9,870)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    183,195 miles
    Test number
    228070304321
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass173,325 miles (+2,896)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    173,325 miles
    Test number
    118551403327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass170,429 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    170,429 miles
    Test number
    689301362286
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNsf tyre has age cracks in sidewall

  15. Fail170,429 miles (+4,437)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,429 miles
    Test number
    197531962290
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNsf tyre has age cracks in sidewall

  16. Pass165,992 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    165,992 miles
    Test number
    876793261270
    • NoteDifferent size tyres fitted to front than to rear

  17. Fail165,992 miles (+4,004)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,992 miles
    Test number
    629573361242
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteDifferent size tyres fitted to front than to rear

  18. Pass161,988 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    161,988 miles
    Test number
    131644570250
    • NoteRear disc pads low

  19. Pass158,435 km
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    158,435 km
    Test number
    824732879280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass147,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    147,660 miles
    Test number
    530653088284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail147,341 km1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,341 km
    Test number
    571066978223
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  22. Pass138,445 miles (+5,614)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    138,445 miles
    Test number
    743476957208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass132,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    132,831 miles
    Test number
    320327156261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L46 MCF

Does L46 MCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L46 MCF expired on 18 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L46 MCF?
The MOT on L46 MCF expired on 18 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L46 MCF done?
L46 MCF was recorded at 219,318 km at its MOT on 19 Jun 2024, an average of 4,581 km a year.
Has L46 MCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L46 MCF has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on L46 MCF 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 L46 MCF find?
L46 MCF passed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2024 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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