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Toyota MR2

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,794 cc

T40 TCMMOT history

T40 TCM is a blue petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 6 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 71,660 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
71,660 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,358 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 TCM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,794 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 TCM was last recorded at 71,660 miles on 8 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 May 2026: 71,660 miles, lower than 82,747 miles on 15 Apr 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
82,747 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Average per year
3,358 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,660 miles
  • 2025 – 82,747 miles
  • 2024 – 70,168 miles
  • 2023 – 68,874 miles
  • 2022 – 67,707 miles
  • 2021 – 66,185 miles
  • 2019 – 64,761 miles
  • 2018 – 63,342 miles
  • 2017 – 62,031 miles
  • 2016 – 58,524 miles
  • 2015 – 56,660 miles
  • 2014 – 54,953 miles
  • 2013 – 50,131 miles
  • 2012 – 45,715 miles
  • 2011 – 40,250 miles
  • 2010 – 33,637 miles
  • 2009 – 28,708 miles
  • 2008 – 24,280 miles
  • 2007 – 14,336 miles
  • 2006 – 5,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,660 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust heat shield loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Coil spring corroded Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside front tyre cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,660 miles (-11,087)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    71,660 miles
    Test number
    442507511078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass82,747 miles (+12,579)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    82,747 miles
    Test number
    912605287224
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass70,168 miles (+1,294)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    70,168 miles
    Test number
    587444150734
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake binding
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass68,874 miles (+1,167)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    68,874 miles
    Test number
    648952449160
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
  5. Pass67,707 miles (+1,522)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    67,707 miles
    Test number
    542362279707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass66,185 miles (+1,424)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    66,185 miles
    Test number
    131369106565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass64,761 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    64,761 miles
    Test number
    572763567808
    • MinorOffside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
  8. Fail64,761 miles (+1,419)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,761 miles
    Test number
    215466675679
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
  9. Pass63,342 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    63,342 miles
    Test number
    704068301115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    62,031 miles
    Test number
    272578877834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail62,031 miles (+3,507)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,031 miles
    Test number
    868959379842
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
  12. Pass58,524 miles (+1,864)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    58,524 miles
    Test number
    167233049951
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front and rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
  13. Pass56,660 miles (+1,707)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    56,660 miles
    Test number
    267716375062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail54,953 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,953 miles
    Test number
    616307574012
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteOffside rear wheel slightly binding on rotation
  15. Pass54,953 miles (+4,822)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    54,953 miles
    Test number
    876887774017
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteOffside rear wheel slightly binding on rotation
  16. Pass50,131 miles (+4,416)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    50,131 miles
    Test number
    967998973090
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass45,715 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    45,715 miles
    Test number
    135928182409
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  18. Fail45,709 miles (+5,459)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,709 miles
    Test number
    695017182007
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  19. Pass40,250 miles (+6,613)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    40,250 miles
    Test number
    715387581009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,637 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    33,637 miles
    Test number
    180711190082
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  21. Fail33,626 miles (+4,918)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,626 miles
    Test number
    121150290476
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  22. Pass28,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    28,708 miles
    Test number
    344327199075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail28,708 miles (+4,428)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,708 miles
    Test number
    973227599047
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
  24. Pass24,280 miles (+9,944)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    24,280 miles
    Test number
    374144418422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,336 miles (+9,019)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    14,336 miles
    Test number
    491908717284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass5,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    5,317 miles
    Test number
    864476616279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 TCM

Does T40 TCM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 TCM is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 TCM?
The MOT on T40 TCM is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 TCM done?
T40 TCM was recorded at 71,660 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 3,358 miles a year.
Has T40 TCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 TCM has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on T40 TCM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 May 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T40 TCM find?
T40 TCM passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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