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Toyota MR2

Silver and Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,998 cc

R71 RDMMOT history

R71 RDM is a silver and black petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 68,591 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
68,591 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,075 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R71 RDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
Silver and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R71 RDM was last recorded at 68,591 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 2,585 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,006 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,585 miles
Average per year
1,075 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,591 miles
  • 2025 – 66,006 miles
  • 2024 – 65,411 miles
  • 2023 – 65,064 miles
  • 2022 – 64,603 miles
  • 2021 – 64,106 miles
  • 2020 – 63,449 miles
  • 2019 – 61,439 miles
  • 2018 – 59,834 miles
  • 2017 – 57,883 miles
  • 2016 – 56,594 miles
  • 2015 – 55,175 miles
  • 2014 – 53,070 miles
  • 2013 – 51,350 miles
  • 2012 – 50,695 miles
  • 2011 – 50,215 miles
  • 2010 – 49,501 miles
  • 2009 – 49,018 miles
  • 2008 – 48,457 miles
  • 2007 – 47,731 miles
  • 2006 – 47,057 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,591 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside rear strut brace corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,591 miles (+2,585)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    68,591 miles
    Test number
    801918091919
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass66,006 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    66,006 miles
    Test number
    908975413105
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail65,970 miles (+559)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,970 miles
    Test number
    128679316230
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass65,411 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    65,411 miles
    Test number
    190733633236
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear strut brace corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail65,404 miles (+340)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,404 miles
    Test number
    878318185528
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear strut brace corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass65,064 miles (+461)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    65,064 miles
    Test number
    769505538426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Torsion bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear strut brace corroded

  7. Pass64,603 miles (+497)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    64,603 miles
    Test number
    289793548267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass64,106 miles (+657)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    64,106 miles
    Test number
    654439797198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass63,449 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    63,449 miles
    Test number
    952307211725
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail63,449 miles (+2,010)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,449 miles
    Test number
    903273147460
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass61,439 miles (+1,605)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    61,439 miles
    Test number
    997530252831
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass59,834 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    59,834 miles
    Test number
    149028655891
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre perished

  13. Fail59,834 miles (+1,951)3 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,834 miles
    Test number
    106498168647
    • 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)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre perished

  14. Pass57,883 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    57,883 miles
    Test number
    221749288933
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFuel line corroded rear
    • AdvisoryOil warning light flashing on

  15. Fail57,883 miles (+1,289)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,883 miles
    Test number
    951754313134
    • FailureBrake performance not tested brake bind (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFuel line corroded rear
    • AdvisoryOil warning light flashing on

  16. Pass56,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    56,594 miles
    Test number
    811270729346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,594 miles (+1,419)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,594 miles
    Test number
    160982453240
    • 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 brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  18. Pass55,175 miles (+2,105)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    55,175 miles
    Test number
    528057755055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,070 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    53,070 miles
    Test number
    475401374025
    • NoteCoolant leak

  20. Fail53,070 miles (+1,720)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,070 miles
    Test number
    187826064448
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  21. Pass51,350 miles (+655)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    51,350 miles
    Test number
    195870863045
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass50,695 miles (+480)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    50,695 miles
    Test number
    169109362470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,215 miles (+714)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,215 miles
    Test number
    966525371051
    • DangerousRadiator leaking
    • 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)

  24. Pass49,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    49,501 miles
    Test number
    541263860007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail49,501 miles (+483)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,501 miles
    Test number
    281123260049
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  26. Pass49,018 miles (+561)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    49,018 miles
    Test number
    104418259066
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteN/s/r tie bar bush perished
    • NoteScrew in n/s/r tyre

  27. Pass48,457 miles (+726)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    48,457 miles
    Test number
    340890058038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass47,731 miles (+674)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    47,731 miles
    Test number
    583951077070
    • NoteHandbrake travel on limits

  29. Pass47,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    47,057 miles
    Test number
    693331466021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R71 RDM

Does R71 RDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R71 RDM is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on R71 RDM?
The MOT on R71 RDM is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R71 RDM done?
R71 RDM was recorded at 68,591 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 1,075 miles a year.
Has R71 RDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R71 RDM has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on R71 RDM 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 R71 RDM find?
R71 RDM passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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