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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T131 ABTMOT history

T131 ABT is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 130,839 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Feb 2024
Mileage
130,839 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,038 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T131 ABT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T131 ABT was last recorded at 130,839 miles on 4 Feb 2023, 6,123 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,716 miles · 24 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
6,123 miles
Average per year
6,038 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 130,839 miles
  • 2022 – 124,716 miles
  • 2021 – 121,472 miles
  • 2020 – 120,124 miles
  • 2018 – 108,937 miles
  • 2017 – 104,467 miles
  • 2016 – 97,083 miles
  • 2015 – 85,480 miles
  • 2014 – 76,194 miles
  • 2013 – 66,139 miles
  • 2012 – 61,306 miles
  • 2011 – 54,867 miles
  • 2010 – 43,771 miles
  • 2009 – 38,144 miles
  • 2008 – 36,504 miles
  • 2007 – 34,247 miles
  • 2006 – 31,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,839 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive under vehicle covered in oil but not dripping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under tray which is covering steering and suspension also has oil contamination on it

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Near side parking brake minimum effort

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside rear exhaust hanger broken still supports

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,839 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    130,839 miles
    Test number
    213732252995
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive under vehicle covered in oil but not dripping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under tray which is covering steering and suspension also has oil contamination on it

  2. Fail130,839 miles (+6,123)9 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,839 miles
    Test number
    529254164967
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested no beam pattern (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested no beam pattern (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive under vehicle covered in oil but not dripping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass124,716 miles (+3,244)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    124,716 miles
    Test number
    144785999211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass121,472 miles (+1,348)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    121,472 miles
    Test number
    738966462704
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass120,124 miles (+11,187)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    120,124 miles
    Test number
    727778960746
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass108,937 miles (+4,470)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    108,937 miles
    Test number
    199616589006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass104,467 miles (+7,384)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    104,467 miles
    Test number
    697832957947
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear exhaust hanger broken still intact

  8. Pass97,083 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    97,083 miles
    Test number
    500460325861
    • AdvisoryNear side parking brake minimum effort
    • AdvisoryOffside rear exhaust hanger broken still supports

  9. Fail97,083 miles (+11,603)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,083 miles
    Test number
    815362654990
    • FailureCentral Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNear side parking brake minimum effort
    • AdvisoryOffside rear exhaust hanger broken still supports

  10. Pass85,480 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    85,480 miles
    Test number
    729883558177
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail85,480 miles (+9,286)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,480 miles
    Test number
    109863353899
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass76,194 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    76,194 miles
    Test number
    157288904358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Fail76,194 miles (+10,055)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,194 miles
    Test number
    889998504352
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  14. Pass66,139 miles (+4,833)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    66,139 miles
    Test number
    856198403372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    61,306 miles
    Test number
    609824202359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,306 miles (+6,439)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,306 miles
    Test number
    559984802370
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass54,867 miles (+11,096)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    54,867 miles
    Test number
    468970301453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,771 miles (+5,627)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    43,771 miles
    Test number
    431659790217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,144 miles (+1,640)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    38,144 miles
    Test number
    303427109373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,504 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    36,504 miles
    Test number
    310577378214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,488 miles (+2,241)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,488 miles
    Test number
    872785478237
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  22. Pass34,247 miles (+2,427)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    34,247 miles
    Test number
    184689267229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,820 miles
    Test number
    242784456266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T131 ABT

Does T131 ABT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T131 ABT expired on 4 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T131 ABT?
The MOT on T131 ABT expired on 4 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T131 ABT done?
T131 ABT was recorded at 130,839 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2023, an average of 6,038 miles a year.
Has T131 ABT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T131 ABT has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T131 ABT 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 T131 ABT find?
T131 ABT passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2023 with 4 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive under vehicle covered in oil but not dripping; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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