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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T152 VBLMOT history

T152 VBL is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 11 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 123,853 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
123,853 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,273 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T152 VBL
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
11 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T152 VBL was last recorded at 123,853 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,658 miles · 26 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
195 miles
Average per year
4,273 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,853 miles
  • 2025 – 116,498 miles
  • 2024 – 109,393 miles
  • 2023 – 102,329 miles
  • 2022 – 95,802 miles
  • 2021 – 88,412 miles
  • 2020 – 87,740 miles
  • 2019 – 87,040 miles
  • 2018 – 86,003 miles
  • 2017 – 85,434 miles
  • 2016 – 79,560 miles
  • 2015 – 73,846 miles
  • 2014 – 69,725 miles
  • 2013 – 60,208 miles
  • 2012 – 57,284 miles
  • 2011 – 51,668 miles
  • 2010 – 49,402 miles
  • 2009 – 47,949 miles
  • 2008 – 45,697 miles
  • 2007 – 41,393 miles
  • 2006 – 37,042 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,853 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,853 miles (+195)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    123,853 miles
    Test number
    211381247098
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail123,658 miles (+327)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,658 miles
    Test number
    192258847963
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed major exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail123,331 miles (+6,833)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,331 miles
    Test number
    935504434742
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass116,498 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    116,498 miles
    Test number
    557516769467
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail116,498 miles (+7,105)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,498 miles
    Test number
    193412435970
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass109,393 miles (+50)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    109,393 miles
    Test number
    183021078062
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail109,343 miles (+7,014)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,343 miles
    Test number
    346879249554
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass102,329 miles (+55)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    102,329 miles
    Test number
    383685344220
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Fail102,274 miles (+6,472)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,274 miles
    Test number
    596723311102
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear sills corroded

  10. Pass95,802 miles (+7,390)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    95,802 miles
    Test number
    218025509444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass88,412 miles (+672)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    88,412 miles
    Test number
    811267690714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass87,740 miles (+700)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    87,740 miles
    Test number
    877494227512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,040 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,040 miles
    Test number
    299138412742
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail87,039 miles (+1,036)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,039 miles
    Test number
    777087133810
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass86,003 miles (+569)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    86,003 miles
    Test number
    224106750681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass85,434 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    85,434 miles
    Test number
    265659398388
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to suspension components

  17. Fail85,431 miles (+5,871)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,431 miles
    Test number
    902820887396
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to suspension components

  18. Pass79,560 miles (+5,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    79,560 miles
    Test number
    135056103653
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass73,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    73,846 miles
    Test number
    726227815280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail73,846 miles (+4,121)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,846 miles
    Test number
    437746515266
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass69,725 miles (+9,517)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    69,725 miles
    Test number
    356352504452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,208 miles (+2,924)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    60,208 miles
    Test number
    826564753112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass57,284 miles (+5,616)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    57,284 miles
    Test number
    426427962130
    • DangerousFront and rear tyres heavily perished and splitting
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass51,668 miles (+2,266)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    51,668 miles
    Test number
    759875121177
    • NoteRear tyres on 3mm

  25. Pass49,402 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    49,402 miles
    Test number
    224807320431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass47,949 miles (+2,252)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    47,949 miles
    Test number
    221288329168
    • NoteRear number plate starting to de-laminate
    • NoteSmall stonechips in windscreen

  27. Pass45,697 miles (+4,304)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    45,697 miles
    Test number
    780140838131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass41,393 miles (+4,351)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2008
    Odometer
    41,393 miles
    Test number
    264867017463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass37,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2007
    Odometer
    37,042 miles
    Test number
    733839226179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T152 VBL

Does T152 VBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T152 VBL is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T152 VBL?
The MOT on T152 VBL is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T152 VBL done?
T152 VBL was recorded at 123,853 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 4,273 miles a year.
Has T152 VBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T152 VBL has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T152 VBL 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 T152 VBL find?
T152 VBL passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill; offside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill.

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