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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T140 ABTMOT history

T140 ABT is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 102,192 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
102,192 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,295 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T140 ABT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T140 ABT was last recorded at 102,192 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 1,053 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,139 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,053 miles
Average per year
2,295 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,192 miles
  • 2025 – 101,139 miles
  • 2024 – 100,909 miles
  • 2023 – 100,032 miles
  • 2022 – 99,132 miles
  • 2021 – 97,916 miles
  • 2020 – 97,403 miles
  • 2019 – 95,994 miles
  • 2017 – 95,062 miles
  • 2016 – 94,112 miles
  • 2015 – 93,442 miles
  • 2013 – 91,252 miles
  • 2012 – 88,456 miles
  • 2010 – 83,339 miles
  • 2009 – 75,935 miles
  • 2008 – 70,567 miles
  • 2007 – 64,485 miles
  • 2006 – 55,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,192 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Both front chassis legs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Clutch and brake pedal rubbers slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,192 miles (+1,053)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    102,192 miles
    Test number
    306299686016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass101,139 miles (+230)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    101,139 miles
    Test number
    505661216299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass100,909 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    100,909 miles
    Test number
    438473760312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail100,840 miles (+808)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,840 miles
    Test number
    351046113565
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill + inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass100,032 miles (+900)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    100,032 miles
    Test number
    158856371075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,132 miles (+1,216)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    99,132 miles
    Test number
    682062944713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass97,916 miles (+513)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    97,916 miles
    Test number
    970104689554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass97,403 miles (+36)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,403 miles
    Test number
    239296755950
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower wheel arch corroded not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail97,367 miles (+1,373)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,367 miles
    Test number
    272599415299
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower wheel are corroded but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  10. Pass95,994 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    95,994 miles
    Test number
    805448669468
    • AdvisoryBoth front chassis legs corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch and brake pedal rubbers slightly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  11. Fail95,994 miles (+932)4 dangerous1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,994 miles
    Test number
    557898736598
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Locking device inoperative due to bolt length (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Nut insecure (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Locking device inoperative due to bolt length (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Nut insecure (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front chassis legs corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch and brake pedal rubbers slightly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  12. Pass95,062 miles (+950)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    95,062 miles
    Test number
    760543327212
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak

  13. Pass94,112 miles (+670)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    94,112 miles
    Test number
    765425702284
    • AdvisoryBrake and clutch pedal anti slip pads worn
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted obscuring some components

  14. Pass93,442 miles (+811)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    93,442 miles
    Test number
    556082990624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass92,631 miles (+1,379)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    92,631 miles
    Test number
    386996535187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass91,252 miles (+2,796)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    91,252 miles
    Test number
    368150783157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass88,456 miles (+5,117)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    88,456 miles
    Test number
    695419972123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,339 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    83,339 miles
    Test number
    322768290267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail83,301 miles (+4,054)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,301 miles
    Test number
    311906990473
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass79,247 miles (+3,312)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    79,247 miles
    Test number
    114253840091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,935 miles (+5,368)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    75,935 miles
    Test number
    350771859078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass70,567 miles (+6,082)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    70,567 miles
    Test number
    502903858031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass64,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    64,485 miles
    Test number
    294234457028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail64,485 miles (+8,515)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,485 miles
    Test number
    780204757044
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  25. Pass55,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    55,970 miles
    Test number
    872635756005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T140 ABT

Does T140 ABT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T140 ABT is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T140 ABT?
The MOT on T140 ABT is valid until 2 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T140 ABT done?
T140 ABT was recorded at 102,192 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 2,295 miles a year.
Has T140 ABT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T140 ABT has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T140 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 T140 ABT find?
T140 ABT passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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