1990 Toyota MR2 2.0L Petrol · H615 BGF

The 2024-08-29 MOT at 180,308 miles passed with no defects, confirming current roadworthiness, whereas the preceding 2023-06-01 test recorded multiple minor faults, indicating a recent improvement in the vehicle’s condition. Mileage has risen from 123,188 miles in May 2019 to 180,308 miles by August 2024, an increase of 57,120 miles over five years, or roughly 11,400 miles per year, which is higher than the average 5,000 miles per year for a 36‑year‑old car and suggests more regular use in recent years; the intervening records show occasional jumps, such as the jump from 171,920 miles in 2018 to 123,188 miles in 2019, but the overall trajectory is upward. A buyer should inspect the front and rear suspension ball joints for play, examine the coil springs for corrosion, verify the condition of the brake discs and pads for wear, check tyre tread depth and any cracking, assess seat‑belt webbing integrity, confirm parking‑brake reserve travel, and look for exhaust leaks or structural rust on the underside and suspension mounting points. Although the latest test shows no immediate failures, the recurring suspension and brake issues together with persistent structural corrosion imply that a thorough in‑person examination of these components is essential before finalising any purchase.