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Toyota MR2

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,794 cc

Y872 OBNMOT history

Y872 OBN is a black petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 24 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Jul 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 117,687 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jul 2026
Mileage
117,687 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,179 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y872 OBN
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
24 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y872 OBN was last recorded at 117,687 miles on 6 Jul 2025, 2,200 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,487 miles · 28 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
2,200 miles
Average per year
4,179 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,687 miles
  • 2022 – 115,487 miles
  • 2021 – 112,498 miles
  • 2019 – 111,936 miles
  • 2018 – 107,261 miles
  • 2017 – 102,321 miles
  • 2016 – 99,153 miles
  • 2015 – 95,071 miles
  • 2014 – 90,395 miles
  • 2013 – 85,066 miles
  • 2011 – 78,001 miles
  • 2010 – 72,780 miles
  • 2009 – 66,239 miles
  • 2008 – 59,191 miles
  • 2007 – 52,028 miles
  • 2006 – 43,856 miles
  • 2005 – 35,225 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,687 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

  • Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,687 miles (+2,200)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    117,687 miles
    Test number
    420883429703
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass115,487 miles (+2,989)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    115,487 miles
    Test number
    464875646909
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass112,498 miles (+562)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    112,498 miles
    Test number
    230834617833
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  4. Pass111,936 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    111,936 miles
    Test number
    166813032943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail111,915 miles (+4,654)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,915 miles
    Test number
    704913686435
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass107,261 miles (+4,940)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    107,261 miles
    Test number
    726128644635
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has slight leak

  7. Pass102,321 miles (+3,168)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    102,321 miles
    Test number
    209370885570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

  8. Pass99,153 miles (+4,082)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    99,153 miles
    Test number
    497432267321
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre wearing off at edges

  9. Pass95,071 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    95,071 miles
    Test number
    616815635153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail95,067 miles (+4,672)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,067 miles
    Test number
    796262335166
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass90,395 miles (+5,329)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    90,395 miles
    Test number
    468778224116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,066 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    85,066 miles
    Test number
    275562263110
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Fail85,066 miles (+7,065)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,066 miles
    Test number
    838168753142
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass78,001 miles (+5,221)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    78,001 miles
    Test number
    869141301393
    • NoteOffside front washer jet is blocked

  15. Pass72,780 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    72,780 miles
    Test number
    432992810424
    • NoteEngine management light is on
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade is split

  16. Fail72,780 miles (+6,541)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,780 miles
    Test number
    594132210373
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteEngine management light is on
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade is split

  17. Pass66,239 miles (+7,048)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    66,239 miles
    Test number
    673057329347
    • NoteOsr a b s wire rubbing on anti roll bar

  18. Pass59,191 miles (+7,163)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    59,191 miles
    Test number
    972254488258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,028 miles (+8,172)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    52,028 miles
    Test number
    490407597216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteAdvise full brake service strip /clean
    • NoteOffside front wheel bearing SLIGHTLY NOISY ON ROTATION ,MAY CAUSE DRONEING NOISE WITH INCREASE AND DECREASE IN SPEED ,ADVISE TO REPLACE

  20. Pass43,856 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    43,856 miles
    Test number
    414552886223
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  21. Fail43,856 miles (+8,631)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,856 miles
    Test number
    452280586244
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteAdvise rear brake check for full condition of inner brake pads

  22. Pass35,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    35,225 miles
    Test number
    121925385244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail35,225 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,225 miles
    Test number
    364535385248
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Questions about Y872 OBN

Does Y872 OBN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y872 OBN expired on 5 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y872 OBN?
The MOT on Y872 OBN expired on 5 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y872 OBN done?
Y872 OBN was recorded at 117,687 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2025, an average of 4,179 miles a year.
Has Y872 OBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y872 OBN has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on Y872 OBN 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 Y872 OBN find?
Y872 OBN passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front oil leak, but not excessive; front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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