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Toyota MR2

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,794 cc

T222 SAMMOT history

T222 SAM is a blue petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 21 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 117,428 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2023
Mileage
117,428 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,209 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T222 SAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,794 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
21 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T222 SAM was last recorded at 117,428 miles on 24 Aug 2022, 2,924 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,504 miles · 17 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
2,924 miles
Average per year
5,209 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 117,428 miles
  • 2021 – 114,504 miles
  • 2020 – 112,239 miles
  • 2019 – 108,842 miles
  • 2018 – 108,834 miles
  • 2017 – 108,003 miles
  • 2016 – 106,690 miles
  • 2015 – 103,819 miles
  • 2014 – 100,981 miles
  • 2013 – 97,672 miles
  • 2012 – 88,098 miles
  • 2011 – 76,157 miles
  • 2010 – 63,252 miles
  • 2009 – 47,729 miles
  • 2007 – 38,764 miles
  • 2006 – 32,877 miles
  • 2005 – 30,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,428 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,428 miles (+2,924)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    117,428 miles
    Test number
    351164172149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass114,504 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    114,504 miles
    Test number
    469079465453
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail114,490 miles (+2,251)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,490 miles
    Test number
    526496545363
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering arm deformed (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe clamp loose (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass112,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    112,239 miles
    Test number
    200389011530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail112,239 miles (+3,397)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,239 miles
    Test number
    284893531188
    • MajorFront Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass108,842 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    108,842 miles
    Test number
    561736455071
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass108,834 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    108,834 miles
    Test number
    892990103070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail108,825 miles (+822)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,825 miles
    Test number
    292809044147
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass108,003 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    108,003 miles
    Test number
    184618940528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail108,001 miles (+1,311)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,001 miles
    Test number
    553061673332
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

  11. Pass106,690 miles (+2,871)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    106,690 miles
    Test number
    125074144495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass103,819 miles (+2,838)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    103,819 miles
    Test number
    289636385059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass100,981 miles (+3,309)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    100,981 miles
    Test number
    958521154020
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass97,672 miles (+9,574)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    97,672 miles
    Test number
    649474743039
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass88,098 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    88,098 miles
    Test number
    778895342043
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  16. Fail88,075 miles (+11,918)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,075 miles
    Test number
    918085442021
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  17. Pass76,157 miles (+12,905)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    76,157 miles
    Test number
    209604851030
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteEngine management fault light on

  18. Pass63,252 miles (+15,523)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    63,252 miles
    Test number
    800478140044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,729 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    47,729 miles
    Test number
    140567109021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail47,728 miles (+8,964)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,728 miles
    Test number
    841066109070
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass38,764 miles (+5,887)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    38,764 miles
    Test number
    521216147331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront number plate starting to deteriorate but not yet distorting letters

  22. Pass32,877 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    32,877 miles
    Test number
    582093566343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail32,876 miles (+2,535)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,876 miles
    Test number
    573912766330
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass30,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    30,341 miles
    Test number
    983309535397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T222 SAM

Does T222 SAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T222 SAM expired on 23 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T222 SAM?
The MOT on T222 SAM expired on 23 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T222 SAM done?
T222 SAM was recorded at 117,428 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2022, an average of 5,209 miles a year.
Has T222 SAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T222 SAM has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on T222 SAM 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 T222 SAM find?
T222 SAM passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 2 more.

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