2013 Toyota GT86 2.0L Petrol · V27 LFY
2013 Toyota GT86 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 30 Mar 2013. Recorded mileage 100,367 miles. MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA GT86
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 100,367 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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V27 LFY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/02/2026
- 100,367 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
V27 LFY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Toyota Gt86 (V27 LFY) between March 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
V27 LFY Mileage History
- 24/03/202287,539 mi
- 13/03/202391,404 mi+3,865 mi
- 04/03/202496,468 mi+5,064 mi
- 25/03/202598,508 mi+2,040 mi
- 25/02/2026100,367 mi+1,859 mi
Average of roughly 3,268 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota GT86
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Common Problems: TOYOTA GT86
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Valve Spring Fatigue Fracture and Post-Recall RTV Sump Contamination(Serious)
On early 2012 to 2013 GT86 models, the engine valve springs could suffer fatigue fracture under prolonged high-RPM loads, dropping a valve into the combustion chamber and causing catastrophic engine destruction. When dealerships performed the official DVSA safety recall, technicians frequently applied excessive liquid RTV silicone gasket maker during timing cover reassembly, which detached into the sump, clogged the oil strainer pickup mesh, and caused spun rod bearings.
- Manual Transmission Clutch Throwout Release Bearing Failure(Moderate)
Manual transmission GT86 models suffer from premature wear and grease drying in the factory clutch throwout (release) bearing between 40,000 and 70,000 miles. The defect begins as an irritating high-pitched chirping whistle when idling in neutral that disappears when depressing the clutch, eventually deteriorating into a loud metallic grinding noise, stiff pedal travel, and catastrophic bearing disintegration that scores the transmission quill sleeve.
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- Valve Spring Fatigue Fracture and Post-Recall RTV Sump ContaminationSerious
On early 2012 to 2013 GT86 models, the engine valve springs could suffer fatigue fracture under prolonged high-RPM loads, dropping a valve into the combustion chamber and causing catastrophic engine destruction. When dealerships performed the official DVSA safety recall, technicians frequently applied excessive liquid RTV silicone gasket maker during timing cover reassembly, which detached into the sump, clogged the oil strainer pickup mesh, and caused spun rod bearings.
- Manual Transmission Clutch Throwout Release Bearing FailureModerate
Manual transmission GT86 models suffer from premature wear and grease drying in the factory clutch throwout (release) bearing between 40,000 and 70,000 miles. The defect begins as an irritating high-pitched chirping whistle when idling in neutral that disappears when depressing the clutch, eventually deteriorating into a loud metallic grinding noise, stiff pedal travel, and catastrophic bearing disintegration that scores the transmission quill sleeve.
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