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Toyota MR2

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,794 cc

Y879 OTUMOT history

Y879 OTU is a silver petrol Toyota MR2 first used on 1 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 87,923 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
87,923 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,154 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y879 OTU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
MR2
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,794 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y879 OTU was last recorded at 87,923 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,907 miles · 2 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
2,154 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,923 miles
  • 2025 – 87,907 miles
  • 2022 – 86,885 miles
  • 2021 – 84,740 miles
  • 2020 – 81,817 miles
  • 2019 – 80,643 miles
  • 2018 – 79,840 miles
  • 2017 – 79,500 miles
  • 2016 – 78,927 miles
  • 2015 – 77,287 miles
  • 2013 – 75,968 miles
  • 2012 – 73,127 miles
  • 2011 – 70,754 miles
  • 2010 – 67,839 miles
  • 2009 – 65,577 miles
  • 2008 – 63,430 miles
  • 2007 – 58,627 miles
  • 2006 – 51,270 miles
  • 2005 – 43,848 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,923 miles
  • MinorDriver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,923 miles (+16)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    87,923 miles
    Test number
    147992743352
    • MinorDriver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail87,907 miles (+16)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,907 miles
    Test number
    246152181277
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail87,891 miles (+1,006)2 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,891 miles
    Test number
    802901619246
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system Banjo bolt to calliper. (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly Flashing (1.1.10 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil All 4. (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass86,885 miles (+2,145)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    86,885 miles
    Test number
    234479836178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass84,740 miles (+2,923)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    84,740 miles
    Test number
    709093128210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,817 miles (+1,174)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    81,817 miles
    Test number
    889372427794
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass80,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    80,643 miles
    Test number
    107105604860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail80,643 miles (+803)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,643 miles
    Test number
    266169271138
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass79,840 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    79,840 miles
    Test number
    832642019067
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Panhard rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Fail79,840 miles (+340)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,840 miles
    Test number
    868182183278
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Panhard rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass79,500 miles (+573)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    79,500 miles
    Test number
    877718913418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,927 miles (+1,640)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    78,927 miles
    Test number
    598716720382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,287 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    77,287 miles
    Test number
    555097985056
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail77,277 miles (+1,309)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,277 miles
    Test number
    809490485023
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass75,968 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    75,968 miles
    Test number
    819164083224
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail75,966 miles (+2,839)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,966 miles
    Test number
    387114783219
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass73,127 miles (+2,373)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    73,127 miles
    Test number
    337796272213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail70,754 miles1 repaired4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,754 miles
    Test number
    385125961424
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront disc worn
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear disc worn

  19. Pass70,754 miles (+2,915)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    70,754 miles
    Test number
    648965161237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront disc worn
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear disc worn

  20. Pass67,839 miles (+2,262)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    67,839 miles
    Test number
    790003770203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    65,577 miles
    Test number
    370932389291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail65,577 miles (+2,147)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,577 miles
    Test number
    661512289244
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass63,430 miles (+4,803)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    63,430 miles
    Test number
    550763488217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    58,627 miles
    Test number
    251992737243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail58,627 miles (+7,357)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,627 miles
    Test number
    570357327210
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  26. Pass51,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    51,270 miles
    Test number
    832577016274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail51,270 miles (+7,422)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,270 miles
    Test number
    903334516279
    • DangerousOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  28. Fail43,848 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,848 miles
    Test number
    173922335214
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • NoteBoth front brake disc's slightly corroded and worn on the inner faces
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn very close to the legal limit

  29. Pass43,848 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    43,848 miles
    Test number
    971952135213
    • NoteBoth front brake disc's slightly corroded and worn on the inner faces
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn very close to the legal limit

Questions about Y879 OTU

Does Y879 OTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y879 OTU is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y879 OTU?
The MOT on Y879 OTU is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y879 OTU done?
Y879 OTU was recorded at 87,923 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 2,154 miles a year.
Has Y879 OTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y879 OTU has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y879 OTU 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 Y879 OTU find?
Y879 OTU passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect: driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction.

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