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Toyota MR2

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,794 cc

LX52 RMOMOT history

LX52 RMO is a black petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 16 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 103,090 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
103,090 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,604 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 RMO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,794 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 RMO was last recorded at 103,090 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 2,992 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,098 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,992 miles
Average per year
3,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,090 miles
  • 2025 – 100,098 miles
  • 2024 – 94,847 miles
  • 2023 – 87,522 miles
  • 2022 – 83,943 miles
  • 2021 – 79,898 miles
  • 2020 – 76,427 miles
  • 2019 – 75,376 miles
  • 2018 – 74,480 miles
  • 2017 – 72,826 miles
  • 2016 – 69,592 miles
  • 2015 – 67,132 miles
  • 2014 – 66,476 miles
  • 2013 – 65,988 miles
  • 2012 – 65,207 miles
  • 2011 – 62,984 miles
  • 2010 – 60,358 miles
  • 2009 – 55,796 miles
  • 2008 – 50,391 miles
  • 2007 – 46,149 miles
  • 2006 – 31,305 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,090 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s hazed (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody surface corrosion including all suspension components

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 pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass103,090 miles (+2,992)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    103,090 miles
    Test number
    619850584471
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s hazed (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody surface corrosion including all suspension components

  2. Pass100,098 miles (+5,251)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    100,098 miles
    Test number
    285145346107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass94,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    94,847 miles
    Test number
    104532433519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail94,847 miles (+7,325)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,847 miles
    Test number
    225008689853
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass87,522 miles (+3,579)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    87,522 miles
    Test number
    903735882982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    83,943 miles
    Test number
    626136877703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail83,943 miles (+4,045)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,943 miles
    Test number
    644990520443
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass79,898 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    79,898 miles
    Test number
    387917973640
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Fail79,898 miles (+3,471)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,898 miles
    Test number
    320685929893
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass76,427 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    76,427 miles
    Test number
    135128781851
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  11. Fail76,427 miles (+1,051)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,427 miles
    Test number
    227467294465
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  12. Pass75,376 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    75,376 miles
    Test number
    188593983406
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail75,375 miles (+895)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,375 miles
    Test number
    911085912419
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass74,480 miles (+1,654)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    74,480 miles
    Test number
    825909371336
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass72,826 miles (+3,234)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    72,826 miles
    Test number
    520461992680
    • AdvisoryFront disc's scored
    • AdvisoryFront springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear disc's scored

  16. Pass69,592 miles (+2,460)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    69,592 miles
    Test number
    406733657391
    • AdvisoryHand break high

  17. Pass67,132 miles (+656)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    67,132 miles
    Test number
    266340225268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,476 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,476 miles
    Test number
    736921624213
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  19. Pass66,476 miles (+488)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,476 miles
    Test number
    947821224261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail65,988 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,988 miles
    Test number
    375062723270
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass65,988 miles (+781)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    65,988 miles
    Test number
    619092823231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass65,207 miles (+2,223)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    65,207 miles
    Test number
    328983722497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass62,984 miles (+2,626)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    62,984 miles
    Test number
    536251631219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,358 miles (+4,562)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    60,358 miles
    Test number
    742569330225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,796 miles (+5,405)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    55,796 miles
    Test number
    780149879298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    50,391 miles
    Test number
    340076858274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail50,391 miles (+4,242)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,391 miles
    Test number
    181035158200
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  28. Pass46,149 miles (+14,844)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    46,149 miles
    Test number
    311865657231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass31,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,305 miles
    Test number
    884876956263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 RMO

Does LX52 RMO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX52 RMO is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX52 RMO?
The MOT on LX52 RMO is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX52 RMO done?
LX52 RMO was recorded at 103,090 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 3,604 miles a year.
Has LX52 RMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 RMO has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LX52 RMO 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 LX52 RMO find?
LX52 RMO passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s hazed; front fluid leak, but not excessive coolant; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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