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2001 Toyota MR2 1.8L Petrol · Y185 DBW

Y185 DBW

2001 Toyota MR2 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2001. Recorded mileage 84,818 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
TOYOTA MR2
Year / Origin
2001 · Leeds
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 29/03/2018
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
84,818 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.8L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 29/03/2018
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2001
Engine
1794cc

Y185 DBW Key Findings

  • 13 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/03/2017
  • 84,818 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
40
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! No MOT history found
! Older vehicle
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Y185 DBW Mileage History

  1. 11/03/200645,161 mi
  2. 17/03/200749,556 mi+4,395 mi
  3. 21/03/200853,055 mi+3,499 mi
  4. 13/03/200957,124 mi+4,069 mi
  5. 12/03/201062,999 mi+5,875 mi
  6. 08/03/201162,242 mi-757 mi
  7. 26/03/201264,428 mi+2,186 mi
  8. 19/03/201366,882 mi+2,454 mi
  9. 15/03/201469,996 mi+3,114 mi
  10. 24/03/201573,620 mi+3,624 mi
  11. 24/03/201573,620 mi
  12. 30/03/201678,074 mi+4,454 mi
  13. 28/03/201784,818 mi+6,744 mi

Average of roughly 3,590 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

Y185 DBW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Oct 2026, 08:43
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Toyota Mr2 (Y185 DBW) between March 2006 and March 2017.

The record contains 12 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 28 March 2017 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY