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Toyota MR2

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,794 cc

V42 LHGMOT history

V42 LHG is a blue petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 132,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2026
Mileage
132,697 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2025
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,607 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V42 LHG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,794 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V42 LHG was last recorded at 132,697 miles on 13 Mar 2025, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,658 miles · 23 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
39 miles
Average per year
3,607 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,697 miles
  • 2023 – 132,658 miles
  • 2022 – 128,341 miles
  • 2021 – 120,663 miles
  • 2019 – 113,808 miles
  • 2018 – 111,850 miles
  • 2017 – 111,465 miles
  • 2016 – 109,202 miles
  • 2015 – 107,706 miles
  • 2013 – 104,922 miles
  • 2012 – 103,233 miles
  • 2011 – 101,957 miles
  • 2010 – 96,540 miles
  • 2009 – 88,571 miles
  • 2008 – 79,109 miles
  • 2007 – 66,356 miles
  • 2006 – 66,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,697 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside rear sill damged
  • AdvisoryOffside rear lower rose joint worn
  • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded
  • AdvisoryRear inner sills starting to corrode

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure7 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front to rear both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass132,697 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    132,697 miles
    Test number
    112416450352
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear sill damged
    • AdvisoryOffside rear lower rose joint worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills starting to corrode

  2. Fail132,697 miles (+39)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,697 miles
    Test number
    980111278539
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear sill damged
    • AdvisoryOffside rear lower rose joint worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills starting to corrode

  3. Pass132,658 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    132,658 miles
    Test number
    999421779052
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front to rear both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected both (1.1.21 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected both (1.1.21 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail132,655 miles (+4,314)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,655 miles
    Test number
    418093703021
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front to rear both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected both (1.1.21 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected both (1.1.21 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass128,341 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    128,341 miles
    Test number
    349881021046
    • AdvisoryBrake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected both front back plate,s missing (1.1.21 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected both rear back plate,s corroded (1.1.21 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front and both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both slightly opaque (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Fail128,333 miles (+7,670)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,333 miles
    Test number
    371702561484
    • DangerousNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected all back plates corroded (1.1.21 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass120,663 miles (+6,855)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    120,663 miles
    Test number
    640813689377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass113,808 miles (+1,958)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    113,808 miles
    Test number
    490439356706
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass111,850 miles (+385)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    111,850 miles
    Test number
    772625103326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Fail111,465 miles (+2,263)12 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,465 miles
    Test number
    155764612931
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryO/s sun visor insecure
    • AdvisoryTemp fuel cap fitted

  11. Pass109,202 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    109,202 miles
    Test number
    791928512121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail109,194 miles (+7)12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,194 miles
    Test number
    459654761610
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush as marked (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Fail109,187 miles (+1,481)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,187 miles
    Test number
    334033061944
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass107,706 miles (+2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    107,706 miles
    Test number
    597400635074
    • NoteBrake pipes protected with grease
    • NoteGeneral corrosion

  15. Fail107,704 miles (+2,782)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,704 miles
    Test number
    548358225059
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteBrake pipes protected with grease
    • NoteGeneral corrosion

  16. Pass104,922 miles (+329)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    104,922 miles
    Test number
    507223933385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge of tread
    • NoteNearside rear outer cv gaiter leaking grease slightly
    • NoteOffside rear inner drive shaft cv gaiter leaking grease slightly

  17. Fail104,593 miles (+1,360)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,593 miles
    Test number
    798241103373
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteNearside rear drive shaft outer gaiter pin holed & leaking grease
    • NoteOffside rear drive shaft inner gaiter leaking grease

  18. Pass103,233 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    103,233 miles
    Test number
    999377522302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail103,232 miles (+1,275)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,232 miles
    Test number
    297488412399
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  20. Pass101,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    101,957 miles
    Test number
    367372571285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail101,957 miles (+5,417)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,957 miles
    Test number
    626575761252
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass96,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    96,540 miles
    Test number
    724735880277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail96,540 miles (+7,969)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,540 miles
    Test number
    362891780477
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass88,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    88,571 miles
    Test number
    343547669436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail88,571 miles (+9,462)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,571 miles
    Test number
    343156469478
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  26. Pass79,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    79,109 miles
    Test number
    373153568205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail79,109 miles (+12,753)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,109 miles
    Test number
    292451568286
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass66,356 miles (+313)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    66,356 miles
    Test number
    220974057220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass66,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    66,043 miles
    Test number
    384423266279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V42 LHG

Does V42 LHG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V42 LHG expired on 12 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V42 LHG?
The MOT on V42 LHG expired on 12 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V42 LHG done?
V42 LHG was recorded at 132,697 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2025, an average of 3,607 miles a year.
Has V42 LHG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 LHG has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on V42 LHG 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 V42 LHG find?
V42 LHG passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2025 with 6 advisories: suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres; nearside rear sill damged, and 3 more.

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