1995 Toyota Mr2 — MOT failures & pass rate
1,092 MOT tests on the 1995 Toyota Mr2 are in this dataset, and 73.1% of them passed. That is 7.0 percentage points worse than coupes & convertibles of a similar age, which fail at 19.9%. Failures cluster in emissions & environmental, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — emissions & environmental (14.0%) and brakes (12.4%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are catalyst emissions, component mounting prescribed areas and rbt (sp) — catalyst emissions alone was recorded 223 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 23.2% in the 30-60k band and 32.5% in the 150k+ band, a 9.4-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 27.2% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emissions & environmental | 14.0% | 153 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.4% | 135 |
| 3 | Suspension | 10.8% | 118 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 9.5% | 104 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.4% | 59 |
| 6 | Visibility | 4.3% | 47 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Catalyst emissions | 223 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 125 |
| 3 | Rbt (sp) | 68 |
| 4 | Service brake performance | 49 |
| 5 | Steering rack | 43 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 43 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 27.2% | 297 |
| 2 | Suspension | 26.9% | 294 |
| 3 | Tyres | 20.3% | 222 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 12.8% | 140 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 11.1% | 121 |
| 6 | Other defects | 9.4% | 103 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 69 | 23.2% |
| 60-90k | 233 | 25.8% |
| 90-120k | 318 | 24.5% |
| 120-150k | 287 | 29.3% |
| 150k+ | 169 | 32.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 250 | 26.0% |
| 2022 | 237 | 30.4% |
| 2023 | 207 | 25.1% |
| 2024 | 189 | 26.5% |
| 2025 | 209 | 26.3% |
What to check before buying a 1995 Mr2
On a 1995 Mr2, emissions & environmental is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 14.0% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Emissions & environmental (14.0% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
- Brakes (12.4% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (10.8% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 1995 Toyota Mr2s pass their MOT?
73.1% of the 1,092 1995 Toyota Mr2 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 1995 Toyota Mr2?
Emissions & environmental, recorded in 14.0% of tests, followed by brakes (12.4%).
Does the 1995 Mr2 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 23.2% in the 30-60k band to 32.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,092 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.