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Toyota MR2

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 1,998 cc

P48 ECHMOT history

P48 ECH is a blue petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 89,743 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
89,743 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,451 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P48 ECH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P48 ECH was last recorded at 89,743 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 913 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,830 miles · 16 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
913 miles
Average per year
2,451 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,743 miles
  • 2024 – 88,830 miles
  • 2023 – 88,445 miles
  • 2022 – 87,917 miles
  • 2021 – 85,123 miles
  • 2020 – 83,836 miles
  • 2019 – 82,614 miles
  • 2018 – 80,889 miles
  • 2017 – 77,804 miles
  • 2015 – 71,742 miles
  • 2014 – 65,882 miles
  • 2013 – 58,443 miles
  • 2012 – 56,088 miles
  • 2011 – 54,126 miles
  • 2010 – 50,896 miles
  • 2009 – 49,697 miles
  • 2008 – 46,715 miles
  • 2007 – 42,941 miles
  • 2006 – 39,845 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,743 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront suspension and steering components corroded

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.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass89,743 miles (+913)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    89,743 miles
    Test number
    739262179989
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension and steering components corroded

  2. Pass88,830 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    88,830 miles
    Test number
    671400328904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail88,820 miles (+375)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,820 miles
    Test number
    893323130307
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength strut top area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass88,445 miles (+528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    88,445 miles
    Test number
    767219194840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt floor area covered in material
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seatbelt floor area covered in material

  5. Pass87,917 miles (+2,794)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    87,917 miles
    Test number
    348870221139
    • 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. Pass85,123 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,123 miles
    Test number
    830062689004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail85,111 miles (+1,275)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,111 miles
    Test number
    460330740645
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill front and rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass83,836 miles (+1,222)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    83,836 miles
    Test number
    360428153644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,614 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    82,614 miles
    Test number
    696348051572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail82,602 miles (+1,713)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,602 miles
    Test number
    837649983119
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass80,889 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    80,889 miles
    Test number
    983888946391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail80,885 miles (+3,081)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,885 miles
    Test number
    765444614397
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper blades deteriorated

  13. Pass77,804 miles (+6,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    77,804 miles
    Test number
    477527327471
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

  14. Pass71,742 miles (+5,860)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    71,742 miles
    Test number
    449521105207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,882 miles (+7,439)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    65,882 miles
    Test number
    166877634123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,443 miles (+2,355)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    58,443 miles
    Test number
    138897033116
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc is wrong rotation
    • NoteOffside front brake disc is wrong rotation
    • NoteRear wheel alignment is wrong.

  17. Pass56,088 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    56,088 miles
    Test number
    949746932102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail56,081 miles (+1,955)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,081 miles
    Test number
    525070632181
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass54,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    54,126 miles
    Test number
    298843041485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,126 miles (+3,230)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,126 miles
    Test number
    388843341150
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass50,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,896 miles
    Test number
    251468270054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail50,896 miles (+1,199)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,896 miles
    Test number
    994028370000
    • FailureFront registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • FailureRear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

  23. Pass49,697 miles (+2,982)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    49,697 miles
    Test number
    314239979032
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear body braces corroded

  24. Pass46,715 miles (+3,774)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    46,715 miles
    Test number
    181830288414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass42,941 miles (+3,096)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    42,941 miles
    Test number
    650021267016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,845 miles
    Test number
    744315756004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P48 ECH

Does P48 ECH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P48 ECH is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P48 ECH?
The MOT on P48 ECH is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P48 ECH done?
P48 ECH was recorded at 89,743 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 2,451 miles a year.
Has P48 ECH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P48 ECH has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on P48 ECH 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 P48 ECH find?
P48 ECH passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; front suspension and steering components corroded.

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