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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T146 VHOMOT history

T146 VHO is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Oct 2022 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 85,451 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Oct 2022
Mileage
85,451 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2021
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,285 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T146 VHO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T146 VHO was last recorded at 85,451 miles on 15 Oct 2021, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,419 miles · 13 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
2,285 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 85,451 miles
  • 2020 – 82,450 miles
  • 2018 – 82,440 miles
  • 2017 – 81,757 miles
  • 2016 – 78,575 miles
  • 2015 – 75,853 miles
  • 2014 – 70,902 miles
  • 2013 – 68,793 miles
  • 2012 – 68,055 miles
  • 2011 – 61,836 miles
  • 2010 – 54,599 miles
  • 2007 – 54,380 miles
  • 2006 – 50,100 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,451 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by hose conection (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryCharging light on dashRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Engine covers fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2020

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Under-shield covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,451 miles (+32)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    85,451 miles
    Test number
    767074552801
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by hose conection (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCharging light on dash

  2. Fail85,419 miles (+2,969)3 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,419 miles
    Test number
    604005237513
    • 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))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust flange joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by hose conection (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCharging light on dash

  3. Pass82,450 miles (+10)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    82,450 miles
    Test number
    712786305003
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by brake pipe clips (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-shield covers fitted

  4. Fail82,440 miles (+683)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,440 miles
    Test number
    208600108919
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass81,757 miles (+3,182)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    81,757 miles
    Test number
    871122838880
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement outer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  6. Pass78,575 miles (+2,722)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    78,575 miles
    Test number
    618088964648
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-shield covers fitted

  7. Pass75,853 miles (+8)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    75,853 miles
    Test number
    917559894472
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front abs loom adrift
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndershield covers fitted

  8. Fail75,845 miles (+4,943)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,845 miles
    Test number
    810491165083
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front abs loom adrift
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndershield covers fitted

  9. Pass70,902 miles (+91)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    70,902 miles
    Test number
    939941624274
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Fail70,811 miles (+2,018)3 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,811 miles
    Test number
    535071014244
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass68,793 miles (+33)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    68,793 miles
    Test number
    377943613238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight bind o/s/f brake

  12. Fail68,760 miles (+705)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,760 miles
    Test number
    368901113431
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight bind o/s/f brake

  13. Fail68,055 miles (+6,219)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,055 miles
    Test number
    205216092043
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  14. Pass61,836 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    61,836 miles
    Test number
    785640361015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,769 miles (+7,170)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,769 miles
    Test number
    985399051047
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  16. Pass54,599 miles (+219)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    54,599 miles
    Test number
    101759210493
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteVeh suspension arms and suspension frames very rusty

  17. Pass54,380 miles (+4,280)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    54,380 miles
    Test number
    130047987148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,100 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2007
    Odometer
    50,100 miles
    Test number
    304297516120
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T146 VHO

Does T146 VHO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T146 VHO expired on 14 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T146 VHO?
The MOT on T146 VHO expired on 14 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T146 VHO done?
T146 VHO was recorded at 85,451 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2021, an average of 2,285 miles a year.
Has T146 VHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T146 VHO has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T146 VHO 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 T146 VHO find?
T146 VHO passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2021 with 2 minor defects and 12 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 11 more.

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