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Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T159 AWWMOT history

T159 AWW is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 94,203 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
94,203 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,357 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T159 AWW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T159 AWW was last recorded at 94,203 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 1,042 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,161 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,042 miles
Average per year
2,357 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,203 miles
  • 2025 – 93,161 miles
  • 2024 – 92,225 miles
  • 2023 – 89,995 miles
  • 2022 – 87,780 miles
  • 2021 – 86,003 miles
  • 2020 – 84,149 miles
  • 2019 – 83,053 miles
  • 2018 – 80,765 miles
  • 2017 – 78,561 miles
  • 2016 – 76,386 miles
  • 2015 – 74,369 miles
  • 2014 – 72,017 miles
  • 2013 – 69,588 miles
  • 2012 – 67,523 miles
  • 2011 – 62,623 miles
  • 2010 – 61,826 miles
  • 2009 – 57,820 miles
  • 2008 – 53,894 miles
  • 2007 – 50,434 miles
  • 2006 – 46,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,203 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,203 miles (+1,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    94,203 miles
    Test number
    146868904273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass93,161 miles (+936)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    93,161 miles
    Test number
    982343522387
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass92,225 miles (+2,230)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    92,225 miles
    Test number
    264356008563
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass89,995 miles (+2,215)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    89,995 miles
    Test number
    227250931582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass87,780 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    87,780 miles
    Test number
    652816756817
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing Due To Age, Made Week 43 Of 2012, 185/60R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing Due To Age, Made Week 13 Of 2011, 185/60R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing Due To Age, Made Week 11 Of 2015, 185/60R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail87,774 miles (+1,771)5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,774 miles
    Test number
    698146729589
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing Due To Age, Made Week 43 Of 2012, 185/60R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing Due To Age, Made Week 13 Of 2011, 185/60R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing Due To Age, Made Week 11 Of 2015, 185/60R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass86,003 miles (+1,854)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    86,003 miles
    Test number
    911245741936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,149 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    84,149 miles
    Test number
    134829410750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail84,145 miles (+1,092)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,145 miles
    Test number
    716990763361
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass83,053 miles (+2,288)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    83,053 miles
    Test number
    563531116690
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Pass80,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    80,765 miles
    Test number
    901593555684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail80,760 miles (+2,199)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,760 miles
    Test number
    917751723246
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

  13. Pass78,561 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    78,561 miles
    Test number
    934550937290
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail78,556 miles (+2,170)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,556 miles
    Test number
    338774401843
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle is at 39% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake has a slight bind
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass76,386 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    76,386 miles
    Test number
    761433307660
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail76,381 miles (+2,012)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,381 miles
    Test number
    933402828261
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass74,369 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    74,369 miles
    Test number
    526392385175
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail74,369 miles (+2,352)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,369 miles
    Test number
    138252685174
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass72,017 miles (+4)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    72,017 miles
    Test number
    627568074179
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail72,013 miles (+2,425)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,013 miles
    Test number
    165087574166
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass69,588 miles (+2,065)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    69,588 miles
    Test number
    528576173196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass67,523 miles (+4,900)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    67,523 miles
    Test number
    248500482142
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside rear tyre outer side wall perished and cracking

  23. Pass62,623 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    62,623 miles
    Test number
    255890081400
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  24. Fail64,622 miles (+2,796)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,622 miles
    Test number
    476630481119
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished

  25. Pass61,826 miles (+4,006)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    61,826 miles
    Test number
    770842820086
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass57,820 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    57,820 miles
    Test number
    461323829011
    • NoteRear offside tyre worn close to 2mm tread wear indicators (min tread depth 1.6mm).

  27. Fail57,820 miles (+3,926)1 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,820 miles
    Test number
    674783229028
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteRear offside tyre worn close to 2mm tread wear indicators (min tread depth 1.6mm).

  28. Pass53,894 miles (+3,460)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    53,894 miles
    Test number
    530825428032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass50,434 miles (+3,697)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    50,434 miles
    Test number
    983564127023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass46,737 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2007
    Odometer
    46,737 miles
    Test number
    450856036128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T159 AWW

Does T159 AWW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T159 AWW is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T159 AWW?
The MOT on T159 AWW is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T159 AWW done?
T159 AWW was recorded at 94,203 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 2,357 miles a year.
Has T159 AWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T159 AWW has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T159 AWW 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 T159 AWW find?
T159 AWW passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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