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Toyota MR2

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,794 cc

V38 HEOMOT history

V38 HEO is a red petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 1 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 May 2026 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 78,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 May 2026
Mileage
78,963 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2025
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,057 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V38 HEO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,794 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 May 2026
Latest MOT test
5 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V38 HEO was last recorded at 78,963 miles on 5 May 2025, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,938 miles · 22 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
2,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,963 miles
  • 2024 – 78,938 miles
  • 2022 – 76,500 miles
  • 2019 – 69,215 miles
  • 2014 – 67,320 miles
  • 2013 – 66,270 miles
  • 2012 – 65,128 miles
  • 2011 – 64,238 miles
  • 2010 – 58,883 miles
  • 2009 – 53,285 miles
  • 2008 – 49,112 miles
  • 2007 – 45,155 miles
  • 2006 – 39,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,963 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,963 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2026
    Odometer
    78,963 miles
    Test number
    511746307493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass78,938 miles (+2,438)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    78,938 miles
    Test number
    597892724311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass76,500 miles (+7,285)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    76,500 miles
    Test number
    512876929322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass69,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    69,215 miles
    Test number
    191090252939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail69,215 miles (+1,895)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,215 miles
    Test number
    941341400688
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass67,320 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    67,320 miles
    Test number
    219158014139
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear tyres worn uneven on insides

  7. Fail67,312 miles (+1,042)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,312 miles
    Test number
    715548914167
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear tyres worn uneven on insides

  8. Fail66,270 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,270 miles
    Test number
    886219213167
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  9. Pass66,270 miles (+1,142)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    66,270 miles
    Test number
    979099713101
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass65,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    65,128 miles
    Test number
    537071222160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail65,126 miles (+888)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,126 miles
    Test number
    586171122193
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  12. Pass64,238 miles (+5,355)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    64,238 miles
    Test number
    806723021133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    58,883 miles
    Test number
    902538290079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail58,882 miles (+5,597)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,882 miles
    Test number
    564128390019
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass53,285 miles (+4,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    53,285 miles
    Test number
    610180989057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass49,112 miles (+3,957)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    49,112 miles
    Test number
    871549098012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust heat shield is loose

  17. Pass45,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    45,155 miles
    Test number
    982481987093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail45,155 miles (+5,468)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,155 miles
    Test number
    554141087063
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass39,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,687 miles
    Test number
    391421396011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,687 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,687 miles
    Test number
    621161096040
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about V38 HEO

Does V38 HEO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V38 HEO expired on 4 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V38 HEO?
The MOT on V38 HEO expired on 4 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V38 HEO done?
V38 HEO was recorded at 78,963 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2025, an average of 2,057 miles a year.
Has V38 HEO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V38 HEO has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on V38 HEO 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 V38 HEO find?
V38 HEO passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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