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Toyota MR2

Black · Petrol · 1995 · 1,998 cc

L4 DOUMOT history

L4 DOU is a black petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 160,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
160,324 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,098 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 DOU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 DOU was last recorded at 160,324 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 1,210 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,114 miles · 22 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
1,210 miles
Average per year
2,098 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,324 miles
  • 2023 – 159,114 miles
  • 2022 – 156,022 miles
  • 2021 – 155,173 miles
  • 2015 – 153,311 miles
  • 2011 – 152,401 miles
  • 2010 – 143,531 miles
  • 2009 – 135,604 miles
  • 2007 – 129,735 miles
  • 2006 – 119,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,324 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

13 tests since 8 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,324 miles (+1,210)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    160,324 miles
    Test number
    681390556665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass159,114 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    159,114 miles
    Test number
    523268805119
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail159,110 miles (+3,088)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,110 miles
    Test number
    706168944535
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side both sides (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass156,022 miles (+849)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    156,022 miles
    Test number
    803656301370
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront offside and nearside outer door skins corroded no sharp edges on show or structural defects
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass155,173 miles (+1,862)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    155,173 miles
    Test number
    176173808346
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing offside and nearside corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront drivers and nearside outer door skins corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded leading from fuel filter
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive within 30cm of lower arm mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass153,311 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    153,311 miles
    Test number
    219650125085
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  7. Fail153,311 miles (+910)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,311 miles
    Test number
    238940725051
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  8. Pass152,401 miles (+8,870)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    152,401 miles
    Test number
    177417561450
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  9. Pass143,531 miles (+7,927)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    143,531 miles
    Test number
    612513830058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass135,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    135,604 miles
    Test number
    870054439086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail135,604 miles (+5,869)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,604 miles
    Test number
    752844939054
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

  12. Pass129,735 miles (+10,071)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    129,735 miles
    Test number
    310810647389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  13. Pass119,664 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    119,664 miles
    Test number
    811192646307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Questions about L4 DOU

Does L4 DOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 DOU is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 DOU?
The MOT on L4 DOU is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 DOU done?
L4 DOU was recorded at 160,324 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 2,098 miles a year.
Has L4 DOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 DOU has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on L4 DOU 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 L4 DOU find?
L4 DOU passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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