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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T149 SNUMOT history

T149 SNU is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 6 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 75,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 May 2027
Mileage
75,206 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,680 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T149 SNU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T149 SNU was last recorded at 75,206 miles on 15 May 2026, 1,447 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,759 miles · 17 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,447 miles
Average per year
1,680 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,206 miles
  • 2025 – 73,759 miles
  • 2024 – 71,522 miles
  • 2023 – 68,164 miles
  • 2022 – 66,323 miles
  • 2021 – 64,707 miles
  • 2019 – 62,185 miles
  • 2018 – 60,938 miles
  • 2017 – 59,820 miles
  • 2016 – 58,790 miles
  • 2010 – 57,780 miles
  • 2009 – 54,464 miles
  • 2008 – 52,569 miles
  • 2007 – 47,402 miles
  • 2006 – 42,035 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,206 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,206 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2027
    Odometer
    75,206 miles
    Test number
    796361269463
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail75,206 miles (+1,447)5 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,206 miles
    Test number
    424032984046
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass73,759 miles (+2,237)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2026
    Odometer
    73,759 miles
    Test number
    877444892162
    • AdvisoryOil leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryVarious parts of suspensions slightly corroded

  4. Pass71,522 miles (+110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    71,522 miles
    Test number
    103802451093
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail71,412 miles (+3,248)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,412 miles
    Test number
    205618786241
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits CO too high (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass68,164 miles (+1,841)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    68,164 miles
    Test number
    245200130018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    66,323 miles
    Test number
    261426130728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail66,323 miles (+1,616)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,323 miles
    Test number
    719683023702
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass64,707 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    64,707 miles
    Test number
    802143146009
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail64,707 miles (+2,522)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,707 miles
    Test number
    905802407225
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass62,185 miles (+1,247)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,185 miles
    Test number
    375303347775
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass60,938 miles (+1,118)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    60,938 miles
    Test number
    561135652590
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded left to right (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass59,820 miles (+1,030)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    59,820 miles
    Test number
    383505019198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass58,790 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    58,790 miles
    Test number
    769642804187
    • AdvisoryFront sub/frame surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear sub/frame surface corrosion

  15. Fail58,790 miles (+1,010)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,790 miles
    Test number
    298356667565
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront sub/frame surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear sub/frame surface corrosion

  16. Pass57,780 miles (+3,316)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    57,780 miles
    Test number
    372846130279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,464 miles (+1,895)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    54,464 miles
    Test number
    980606229253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,569 miles (+5,167)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    52,569 miles
    Test number
    142984438243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,402 miles (+5,367)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    47,402 miles
    Test number
    891719127283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    42,035 miles
    Test number
    351337426295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T149 SNU

Does T149 SNU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T149 SNU is valid until 16 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T149 SNU?
The MOT on T149 SNU is valid until 16 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T149 SNU done?
T149 SNU was recorded at 75,206 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 1,680 miles a year.
Has T149 SNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T149 SNU has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T149 SNU 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 T149 SNU find?
T149 SNU passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; offside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; oil leak, but not excessive.

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