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Toyota MR2

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,794 cc

Y256 LPUMOT history

Y256 LPU is a black petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 12 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 23 of 35 MOT tests, with 92,972 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
92,972 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
35
23 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,901 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y256 LPU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,794 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y256 LPU was last recorded at 92,972 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,971 miles · 28 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,901 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,972 miles
  • 2025 – 91,858 miles
  • 2024 – 90,304 miles
  • 2023 – 89,860 miles
  • 2022 – 89,417 miles
  • 2021 – 87,515 miles
  • 2020 – 84,727 miles
  • 2019 – 83,708 miles
  • 2018 – 82,387 miles
  • 2017 – 80,896 miles
  • 2016 – 79,602 miles
  • 2015 – 77,504 miles
  • 2014 – 74,616 miles
  • 2013 – 69,397 miles
  • 2012 – 60,737 miles
  • 2011 – 55,871 miles
  • 2010 – 51,739 miles
  • 2009 – 47,257 miles
  • 2008 – 43,663 miles
  • 2007 – 39,738 miles
  • 2006 – 34,868 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,972 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • General underbody rusting

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

35 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,972 miles (+1)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    92,972 miles
    Test number
    432719719542
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail92,971 miles (+1,113)1 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,971 miles
    Test number
    905297465027
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,858 miles (+1,554)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    91,858 miles
    Test number
    552453654760
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass90,304 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    90,304 miles
    Test number
    845315010193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail90,298 miles (+37)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,298 miles
    Test number
    326015272646
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass90,261 miles (+401)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    90,261 miles
    Test number
    734736291468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass89,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    89,860 miles
    Test number
    593855610204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail89,860 miles (+443)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,860 miles
    Test number
    253346131646
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass89,417 miles (+1,902)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    89,417 miles
    Test number
    593818395067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass87,515 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    87,515 miles
    Test number
    129051777410
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail87,413 miles (+2,686)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,413 miles
    Test number
    691977973824
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective dull lens (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced dull (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass84,727 miles (+1,019)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    84,727 miles
    Test number
    161899924720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,708 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    83,708 miles
    Test number
    588498179836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  14. Fail83,704 miles (+1,317)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,704 miles
    Test number
    357717039745
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  15. Pass82,387 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    82,387 miles
    Test number
    112261714306
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody rusting

  16. Fail82,379 miles (+1,483)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,379 miles
    Test number
    700827066695
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody rusting

  17. Pass80,896 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    80,896 miles
    Test number
    960353892481
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both head light lens going yellow (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs rusty (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail80,892 miles (+1,290)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,892 miles
    Test number
    189677303516
    • DangerousOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both head light lens going yellow (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs rusty (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass79,602 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    79,602 miles
    Test number
    737067409959
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both headlight lens going dull (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass79,602 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    79,602 miles
    Test number
    735200180536
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides headlight lens going dull (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake only just passed brake efficiency test at 16%
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody rusting

  21. Fail79,591 miles (+2,087)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,591 miles
    Test number
    570106976647
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak strut (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides headlight lens going dull (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake only just passed brake efficiency test at 16%
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody rusting

  22. Pass77,504 miles (+2,888)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    77,504 miles
    Test number
    872516651856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass74,616 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    74,616 miles
    Test number
    935190264243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail74,610 miles (+5,213)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,610 miles
    Test number
    985034954201
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  25. Pass69,397 miles (+88)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    69,397 miles
    Test number
    349544293269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Fail69,309 miles (+8,572)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,309 miles
    Test number
    262017284420
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  27. Pass60,737 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    60,737 miles
    Test number
    839287892211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail60,734 miles (+4,863)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,734 miles
    Test number
    496586092212
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass55,871 miles (+4,132)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    55,871 miles
    Test number
    429266961278
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  30. Pass51,739 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    51,739 miles
    Test number
    314720780226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail51,710 miles (+4,453)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,710 miles
    Test number
    251531470253
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  32. Pass47,257 miles (+3,594)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    47,257 miles
    Test number
    152102179291
    • NoteFront brake discs inner faces slightly pitted/corroded
    • NoteOffside front brake disc outer face slightly scored
    • NoteOffside front tyre outer sidewall slightly damaged
    • NoteSteering column lower universal joint corroded

  33. Pass43,663 miles (+3,925)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    43,663 miles
    Test number
    133557268226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass39,738 miles (+4,870)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    39,738 miles
    Test number
    904087237257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass34,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    34,868 miles
    Test number
    663746406266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y256 LPU

Does Y256 LPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y256 LPU is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y256 LPU?
The MOT on Y256 LPU is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y256 LPU done?
Y256 LPU was recorded at 92,972 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 2,901 miles a year.
Has Y256 LPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y256 LPU has failed 12 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y256 LPU 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 Y256 LPU find?
Y256 LPU passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: central stop lamp(s) insecure; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 2 more.

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