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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T158 DCYMOT history

T158 DCY is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 15 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Jul 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 120,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Jul 2026
Mileage
120,379 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,998 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T158 DCY
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
15 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T158 DCY was last recorded at 120,379 miles on 3 Jul 2025, 256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,123 miles · 23 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
256 miles
Average per year
3,998 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,379 miles
  • 2021 – 120,123 miles
  • 2020 – 119,724 miles
  • 2019 – 118,524 miles
  • 2018 – 116,014 miles
  • 2016 – 114,287 miles
  • 2015 – 108,140 miles
  • 2014 – 102,913 miles
  • 2013 – 96,149 miles
  • 2012 – 95,797 miles
  • 2011 – 94,698 miles
  • 2010 – 87,347 miles
  • 2009 – 78,309 miles
  • 2008 – 68,578 miles
  • 2007 – 59,684 miles
  • 2006 – 47,669 miles
  • 2005 – 40,643 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,379 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryLots of welding repairs heavily undersealed underneath
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,379 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    120,379 miles
    Test number
    109589783334
    • AdvisoryLots of welding repairs heavily undersealed underneath
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail120,376 miles (+253)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,376 miles
    Test number
    865764167983
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Flashing (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLots of welding repairs heavily undersealed underneath
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass120,123 miles (+399)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    120,123 miles
    Test number
    557571098870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass119,724 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    119,724 miles
    Test number
    329706451821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail119,714 miles (+1,190)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,714 miles
    Test number
    708844997314
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass118,524 miles (+9)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    118,524 miles
    Test number
    120314789324
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail118,515 miles (+2,501)2 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,515 miles
    Test number
    186278178482
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill end (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass116,014 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    116,014 miles
    Test number
    542320333786
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion rear subframe (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEmissions only just met
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded & rear section tailpipe missing
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  9. Fail116,014 miles (+1,727)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,014 miles
    Test number
    582756122505
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion rear subframe (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEmissions only just met
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded & rear section tailpipe missing
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  10. Pass114,287 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    114,287 miles
    Test number
    496418043960
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Chassis corroded behind wheel

  11. Fail114,285 miles (+6,145)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,285 miles
    Test number
    986704080172
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis behind wheel (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Outersill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Chassis corroded behind wheel

  12. Pass108,140 miles (+5,227)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    108,140 miles
    Test number
    571459862041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass102,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    102,913 miles
    Test number
    219651624323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail102,913 miles (+6,764)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,913 miles
    Test number
    815368514362
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  15. Pass96,149 miles (+352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    96,149 miles
    Test number
    407989223321
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass95,797 miles (+1,099)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    95,797 miles
    Test number
    725455522357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass94,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    94,698 miles
    Test number
    226102221310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail94,698 miles (+7,351)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,698 miles
    Test number
    696391921376
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass87,347 miles (+9,038)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    87,347 miles
    Test number
    313794260478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass78,309 miles (+9,731)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    78,309 miles
    Test number
    653115369249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    68,578 miles
    Test number
    470318268250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail68,578 miles (+8,894)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,578 miles
    Test number
    421988768254
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  23. Pass59,684 miles (+12,015)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    59,684 miles
    Test number
    333097067455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,669 miles (+7,026)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    47,669 miles
    Test number
    832282306240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass40,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    40,643 miles
    Test number
    611704405206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T158 DCY

Does T158 DCY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T158 DCY expired on 2 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T158 DCY?
The MOT on T158 DCY expired on 2 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T158 DCY done?
T158 DCY was recorded at 120,379 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2025, an average of 3,998 miles a year.
Has T158 DCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T158 DCY has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T158 DCY 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 T158 DCY find?
T158 DCY passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2025 with 7 advisories: lots of welding repairs heavily undersealed underneath; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 4 more.

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