1988 Toyota MR2 1.6L Petrol · F717 JHJ
1988 Toyota MR2 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1988. Recorded mileage 133,416 miles. MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA MR2
- Year / Origin
- 1988 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 133,416 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
F717 JHJ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2026
- 133,416 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
F717 JHJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1988 Toyota Mr2 (F717 JHJ) between August 2025 and August 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))”.
F717 JHJ Mileage History
- 29/08/2025132,965 mi
- 19/09/2025133,027 mi+62 mi
- 25/08/2026133,416 mi+389 mi
- 27/08/2026133,416 mi
Average of roughly 453 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Toyota Toyota MR2 Roadster (Mk3, W30)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (F717 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as F717JHJ.
CITROEN
C25
VAUXHALL
CAVALIER
VOLVO
700 Series
PORSCHE
944
JAGUAR
XJS
HONDA
VFR 400 NC30
LAND ROVER
DEFENDER
VOLKSWAGEN
LT
LAND ROVER
DEFENDER
HONDA
MERCEDES
608
AUSTIN
MINI MAYFAIR
TOYOTA MR2 Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 1988 model year cars.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.