1995 Toyota MR2 2.0L Petrol · A2 BKP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean MOT pass in November 2024 at 125,954 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a recent period of instability marked by a failure in October 2024. While the car passed its most recent test, the failure just one month prior revealed multiple critical defects related to braking, lighting, and structural integrity. The transition from a significant failure to a clean pass suggests reactive repairs were made, but the underlying issues remain a point of concern. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 31-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. The data shows very little movement between test intervals, with only 133 miles recorded between the September 2023 and the October 2024 tests. This pattern suggests the car sits stationary for long periods or is used only for very short trips. Low-mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and the accumulation of surface corrosion, which aligns with the recurring rust issues noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity of the chassis. The record consistently flags corrosion on both floor sections to sill joints and the nearside rear lower corner, dating back to 2022 and persisting into the 2024 failure. These are not minor surface issues and indicate potential thinning of the metal in critical areas. The buyer should also verify the nearside front steering rack track rod joint, which was flagged for play in 2024, to ensure it was replaced and properly adjusted. The braking system requires close scrutiny. The October 2024 failure highlighted imbalanced front brakes across the axle and insufficient parking brake efficiency. Despite the low mileage, these issues often stem from seized calipers or corroded discs due to inactivity rather than wear and tear. Given the age of the vehicle, all suspension bushes and brake lines should also be checked for cracking or perish rot, which frequently affects older cars that see limited annual use.