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Mazda MX-5

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T164 PKMMOT history

T164 PKM is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 109,425 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2025
Mileage
109,425 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,159 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T164 PKM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T164 PKM was last recorded at 109,425 miles on 5 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 May 2019: 103,950 miles, lower than 130,930 miles on 10 May 2019.
  • 5 Aug 2025: 109,425 miles, lower than 131,016 miles on 22 Aug 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
131,016 miles · 22 Aug 2024
Average per year
3,159 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 109,425 miles
  • 2024 – 131,016 miles
  • 2023 – 130,982 miles
  • 2022 – 106,547 miles
  • 2021 – 106,542 miles
  • 2020 – 104,507 miles
  • 2019 – 103,950 miles
  • 2018 – 102,689 miles
  • 2016 – 101,798 miles
  • 2015 – 93,446 miles
  • 2014 – 87,265 miles
  • 2012 – 82,450 miles
  • 2011 – 77,947 miles
  • 2010 – 73,842 miles
  • 2009 – 67,901 miles
  • 2008 – 60,277 miles
  • 2007 – 57,611 miles
  • 2006 – 49,536 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail109,425 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested no light output (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
  • MajorRear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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 emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail109,425 miles (-21,591)11 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,425 miles
    Test number
    925214429031
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested no light output (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass131,016 miles (+34)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    131,016 miles
    Test number
    327280999416
    • MinorNearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 slight wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,982 miles (+24,435)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    130,982 miles
    Test number
    503683041923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass106,547 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    106,547 miles
    Test number
    927776640466
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 tyres worn (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail106,542 miles (+2,035)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,542 miles
    Test number
    916921738947
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn at inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn at both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn at inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn at both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront lower spoiler trim insecure

  6. Pass104,507 miles (+557)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    104,507 miles
    Test number
    715534278950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass103,950 miles (-26,980)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    103,950 miles
    Test number
    968454947950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail130,930 miles (+28,241)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,930 miles
    Test number
    876210984157
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass102,689 miles (+891)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    102,689 miles
    Test number
    528558866438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass101,798 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    101,798 miles
    Test number
    969756055172
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWater leak?

  11. Fail101,798 miles (+8,352)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,798 miles
    Test number
    998643783513
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a missing flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass93,446 miles (+52)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    93,446 miles
    Test number
    775572595084
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension rusty

  13. Fail93,394 miles (+6,129)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,394 miles
    Test number
    175675885491
    • 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 Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension rusty

  14. Pass87,265 miles (+2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    87,265 miles
    Test number
    346720734048
    • NoteHandbrake lever high
    • NoteVarious corrosion underside of vehicle

  15. Fail87,263 miles (+4,813)6 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,263 miles
    Test number
    587007924051
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteDamage to catalytic converter
    • NoteHandbrake lever high
    • NoteVarious corrosion underside of vehicle

  16. Pass82,450 miles (+2,125)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    82,450 miles
    Test number
    275789942326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass80,325 miles (+2,378)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    80,325 miles
    Test number
    666350512141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,947 miles (+4,105)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    77,947 miles
    Test number
    287939701404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,842 miles (+5,941)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    73,842 miles
    Test number
    693459300157
    • NoteAdvise hand brake travel

  20. Pass67,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    67,901 miles
    Test number
    161233619132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail67,901 miles (+7,624)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,901 miles
    Test number
    600513719130
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass60,277 miles (+2,666)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    60,277 miles
    Test number
    784830208130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass57,611 miles (+8,075)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    57,611 miles
    Test number
    934563217255
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlow to pass cat test

  24. Pass49,536 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    49,536 miles
    Test number
    801903636288
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T164 PKM

Does T164 PKM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T164 PKM expired on 21 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T164 PKM?
The MOT on T164 PKM expired on 21 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T164 PKM done?
T164 PKM was recorded at 109,425 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2025, an average of 3,159 miles a year.
Has T164 PKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T164 PKM has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T164 PKM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 17 May 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T164 PKM find?
T164 PKM failed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2025 with 11 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard; nearside front service brake excessively binding, and 11 more.

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