2002 Toyota MR2 1.8L Petrol · GU02 YAV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of improving maintenance. The most recent test conducted in August 2025 at 148,146 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects, mirroring the successes of the previous three tests. This suggests that any mechanical issues identified years ago have been addressed and that the car is currently being maintained to a high standard regarding legal safety requirements. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,173 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between June 2020 and June 2021, where the car covered only 89 miles in a year. However, since 2021, usage has resumed at a steady pace, adding roughly 5,000 miles per annual interval. This regular movement is beneficial for older vehicles as it helps prevent the internal corrosion and seal degradation often associated with long periods of standing. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection on the suspension and braking components, as the 2020 record flagged a pitted nearside front brake disc and worn bushes on both rear shock absorbers. While these appear to have been rectified based on the subsequent clean records, the age of the vehicle makes rubber components like bushings prone to dry-rot and cracking. Given the MR2's age, a thorough check of the chassis and structural sills for corrosion remains essential, as the MOT record does not explicitly detail the state of the metal beyond the standard test requirements.