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Toyota MR2

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

V657 FAPMOT history

V657 FAP is a red petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 2 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 177,163 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
177,163 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,997 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V657 FAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V657 FAP was last recorded at 177,163 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 1,126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,037 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,126 miles
Average per year
5,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,163 miles
  • 2025 – 176,037 miles
  • 2024 – 173,648 miles
  • 2022 – 171,985 miles
  • 2021 – 164,500 miles
  • 2020 – 157,340 miles
  • 2019 – 151,326 miles
  • 2018 – 142,639 miles
  • 2017 – 135,062 miles
  • 2016 – 134,499 miles
  • 2015 – 127,809 miles
  • 2014 – 119,771 miles
  • 2013 – 113,403 miles
  • 2012 – 106,750 miles
  • 2011 – 98,607 miles
  • 2010 – 91,030 miles
  • 2009 – 83,789 miles
  • 2008 – 77,159 miles
  • 2007 – 69,596 miles
  • 2006 – 60,748 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,163 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.

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair and hand brake

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

31 tests since 31 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,163 miles (+1,126)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    177,163 miles
    Test number
    952850219360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass176,037 miles (+2,389)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    176,037 miles
    Test number
    332199874550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass173,648 miles (+1,663)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    173,648 miles
    Test number
    774334761042
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp loose
    • AdvisoryTravel on handbrake lever

  4. Pass171,985 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    171,985 miles
    Test number
    568696377669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail171,980 miles (+7,480)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,980 miles
    Test number
    866813501507
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass164,500 miles (+174)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    164,500 miles
    Test number
    790261797789
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair and hand brake (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Fail164,326 miles (+6,986)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,326 miles
    Test number
    825633211524
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheell arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair and hand brake (1.2.1 (c))

  8. Pass157,340 miles (+6,014)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    157,340 miles
    Test number
    764805482275
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass151,326 miles (+8,687)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,326 miles
    Test number
    112117130038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass142,639 miles (+7,577)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    142,639 miles
    Test number
    949861460753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass135,062 miles (+563)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    135,062 miles
    Test number
    251458096804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass134,499 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    134,499 miles
    Test number
    956513496686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail134,490 miles (+6,681)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,490 miles
    Test number
    777525553262
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  14. Pass127,809 miles (+8,038)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    127,809 miles
    Test number
    446866238056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass119,771 miles (+6,368)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    119,771 miles
    Test number
    867220804360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass113,403 miles (+57)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    113,403 miles
    Test number
    716890513361
    • NoteRadiator leaking

  17. Fail113,346 miles (+6,596)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,346 miles
    Test number
    319696093244
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteRadiator leaking

  18. Pass106,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    106,750 miles
    Test number
    986127702347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail106,750 miles (+8,143)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,750 miles
    Test number
    667626302318
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass98,607 miles (+135)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    98,607 miles
    Test number
    429481701420
    • NoteSlight play in both lower front ball joints

  21. Fail98,472 miles (+360)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,472 miles
    Test number
    295314691237
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSlight play in both lower front ball joints

  22. Fail98,112 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,112 miles
    Test number
    409940781268
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass98,112 miles (+7,082)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    98,112 miles
    Test number
    595030081234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass91,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    91,030 miles
    Test number
    411375000494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail91,030 miles (+7,241)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,030 miles
    Test number
    884270700325
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass83,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    83,789 miles
    Test number
    894367009358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail83,789 miles (+6,630)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,789 miles
    Test number
    353527809316
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  28. Pass77,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    77,159 miles
    Test number
    444903808486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail77,159 miles (+7,563)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,159 miles
    Test number
    341253408303
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  30. Pass69,596 miles (+8,848)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    69,596 miles
    Test number
    884674607385
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  31. Pass60,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    60,748 miles
    Test number
    653664706313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V657 FAP

Does V657 FAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V657 FAP is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V657 FAP?
The MOT on V657 FAP is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V657 FAP done?
V657 FAP was recorded at 177,163 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 5,997 miles a year.
Has V657 FAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V657 FAP has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on V657 FAP 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 V657 FAP find?
V657 FAP passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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