2004 Toyota MR2 1.8L Petrol · AF04 PCY

The 2004 Toyota MR2 presents a currently roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend, evidenced by the most recent test on 19 February 2026 at 189,009 miles returning a clean pass with no defects recorded. Prior to this, the vehicle passed again on 28 March 2025 at 175,561 miles with no advisories. The owner addressed two earlier failure instances without recorded defects, suggesting administrative or presentation issues at test rather than mechanical faults. The recorded mileage of 189,009 over roughly 22 years equates to about 8,591 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and indicates regular but not excessive use. Between the October 2023 test at 160,977 miles and the March 2025 pass at 175,561 miles, the car covered around 14,584 miles in seventeen months, a modest accumulation. A gap exists between March 2025 and February 2026 where 13,448 miles were added, showing consistent road use. The MOT history is sparse on faults, with no advisories or defects logged across any test, which limits insight into wear on consumables or structure. The February 2026 and March 2025 passes with no defects suggest the car cleared inspection standards, yet a 22-year-old MR2 at this mileage warrants physical checks the paper record does not capture. The two failed tests in October 2023 and March 2025 recorded no defects, implying the failures likely stemmed from documentation or minor non-mechanical matters rather than neglected upkeep. Still, the absence of advisories does not confirm sound suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake disc condition. A buyer should inspect for structural corrosion on the subframes and sills, verify suspension arm bushes and track rod ends for play, and confirm brake calipers are free from binding given the age. Examine exhaust emissions against expected norms for the 1ZZ engine and check tyre sidewall cracking from standing periods. The clean record implies reasonable care, but in-person scrutiny of chassis integrity remains essential before purchase.