Looks to be in good shape. And yes, it will not pass a smog without the cat.
'93's are the rarest MR2's-Though the hardtops are the most rare.
Lots of goodies
There's no mention of an properly documented engine rebuild. Thats alot of miles for a turbo.Remember this car is almost 19 yrs old.
You need to be willing to put out some cash down the road. IT WILL need some TLC.
I do think 8K is high. You'll have the cat issues from the get go.
Have you test drove it? Those ubsprung clutches give a rougher engagement.
Will the owner let you do a compression check?
That would reveal alot.
3rd gen turbo? Is it a CT20? And is it new? or used?