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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,597 cc

T117 REMMOT history

T117 REM is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 13 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2017 and it has passed 4 of 7 MOT tests, with 51,935 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2017
Mileage
51,935 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2021
MOT tests
7
4 passed · 3 failed
Per year
314 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T117 REM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2017
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T117 REM was last recorded at 51,935 miles on 4 Nov 2021, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2016.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,901 miles · 28 Jun 2016
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
314 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 51,935 miles
  • 2016 – 51,901 miles
  • 2009 – 51,631 miles
  • 2008 – 48,603 miles
  • 2005 – 46,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail51,935 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryAdvise corrosion on all of underside of vehicle

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

7 tests since 4 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail51,935 miles (+34)10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,935 miles
    Test number
    331021072856
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise corrosion on all of underside of vehicle

  2. Pass51,901 miles (+270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    51,901 miles
    Test number
    980184064396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

  3. Pass51,631 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    51,631 miles
    Test number
    482524169210
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  4. Fail51,631 miles (+3,028)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,631 miles
    Test number
    864084269256
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  5. Pass48,603 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    48,603 miles
    Test number
    131355478238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail48,602 miles (+1,717)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,602 miles
    Test number
    812084978289
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  7. Pass46,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    46,885 miles
    Test number
    380847075239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T117 REM

Does T117 REM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T117 REM expired on 27 Jun 2017, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T117 REM?
The MOT on T117 REM expired on 27 Jun 2017. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T117 REM done?
T117 REM was recorded at 51,935 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2021, an average of 314 miles a year.
Has T117 REM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T117 REM has failed 3 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T117 REM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T117 REM find?
T117 REM failed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2021 with 10 major defects and 3 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 10 more.

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