2005 Toyota MR2 1.8L Petrol · RF05 VWN

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT test on 12 June 2026 at 68,401 miles with no defects recorded. This clean sheet indicates that the mechanical and safetyrelated issues identified in previous years have been addressed and rectified. The trend shows a significant improvement from the failed test in 2016 to three consecutive clean passes. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,257 miles per year. There is a notable nine-year gap between the July 2016 and the March 2025 tests, during which the car covered only 3,000 miles. This pattern suggests the vehicle was likely stored for long periods. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, extended stationary often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid breakdown due to lack of use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the 2016 failures at 62,541 miles, which flagged parking brake efficiency, excessive play in the offside front suspension arm bush, and a damaged nearside rear inner drive shaft gaiter. Although these were repaired, the low-use history means that suspension bushes and rubber boots may be prone to cracking from age. Given the age of the MR2, a thorough check of the sills for structural corrosion is essential, as MOT tests do not always detect surface rust until it becomes a structural failure.