Toyota Mr2 GT (1992)
1992 Toyota Mr2 GT
CarHunch analysed 393 real MOT records for the 1992 Toyota Mr2 GT. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1992 MR2 GT is essentially non-functional as a regular car — a 4% first-time pass rate against the UK average of 80% tells you these are mostly project cars, restorations, or vehicles in severe disrepair. None of the 373 petrol examples in this cohort passed first time, and while dangerous defects are absent, the reality is clear: you're not looking at a usable daily driver here.
The average mileage of 112,000 is reasonable for a 32-year-old car, but these vehicles average 0.05 failures each because almost none are roadworthy enough to rack up legitimate MOT attempts. If you're considering one, treat it as a £500–2,000 project requiring a full mechanical recommissioning rather than a functioning secondhand purchase.
What to check before buying a 1992 Toyota Mr2 GT
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (95%) | 373 | 0% | 0 |
| Other (5%) | 20 | 79.2% | 1 |
1992 Toyota Mr2 GT — Still on the Road
11 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2024 — 73% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2024.
MOT History Averages
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