TOYOTA MR2 MOT pass rate
72.3% of 19,284 TOYOTA MR2 MOT tests pass.
The MR2 passes 72.3% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all TOYOTA models (82.3%).
The TOYOTA MR2 passes 72.3% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the TOYOTA MR2 tested at 6–10 years pass 96.9% of the time, compared with just 72.3% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | too few tests (7) | 7 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | too few tests (8) | 8 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | 96.9% | 32 | 91,742 miles |
| 10–15 years | too few tests (28) | 28 | no reading |
| 15+ years | 72.3% | 19,209 | 97,385 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the TOYOTA MR2
The most common reason the TOYOTA MR2 fails its MOT is brakes — present in 73.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Efficiency below requirements".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 73.0% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 45.5% | Not working |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 41.4% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Suspension | 39.0% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Body, chassis, structure | 16.1% | Corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced |
| Tyres | 12.3% | Has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure |
| Visibility | 12.3% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Steering | 6.9% | Gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 5.3% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.9% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related TOYOTA models
- TOYOTA YARIS — 80.5% pass rate
- TOYOTA AYGO — 81.7% pass rate
- TOYOTA PRIUS — 88.5% pass rate
- TOYOTA AURIS — 81.2% pass rate
- TOYOTA RAV4 — 83.1% pass rate
- TOYOTA COROLLA — 82.5% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the TOYOTA MR2?
- 72.3% of TOYOTA MR2 MOT tests pass, based on 19,284 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the TOYOTA MR2?
- The most common reason the TOYOTA MR2 fails its MOT is brakes — present in 73.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Efficiency below requirements".
- Does this show the TOYOTA MR2's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the TOYOTA service history guide for how to check and keep one.