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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T166 AKNMOT history

T166 AKN is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 83,712 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
83,712 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,019 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T166 AKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T166 AKN was last recorded at 83,712 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 2,770 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,942 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,770 miles
Average per year
2,019 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,712 miles
  • 2024 – 80,942 miles
  • 2019 – 79,629 miles
  • 2016 – 78,731 miles
  • 2015 – 70,947 miles
  • 2014 – 68,256 miles
  • 2013 – 64,065 miles
  • 2012 – 64,015 miles
  • 2011 – 62,593 miles
  • 2010 – 60,005 miles
  • 2009 – 54,834 miles
  • 2008 – 49,656 miles
  • 2007 – 45,456 miles
  • 2006 – 42,789 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,712 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion undersideRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,712 miles (+2,770)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    83,712 miles
    Test number
    375785283893
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside

  2. Pass80,942 miles (+1,313)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    80,942 miles
    Test number
    878950425912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside

  3. Pass79,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    79,629 miles
    Test number
    262851595175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail79,629 miles (+898)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,629 miles
    Test number
    269245664754
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass78,731 miles (+7,784)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    78,731 miles
    Test number
    471325966906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass70,947 miles (+2,691)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    70,947 miles
    Test number
    617679765132
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle has corrosion to suspension and underbody

  7. Pass68,256 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    68,256 miles
    Test number
    228013154165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteGeneral under body corrosion

  8. Fail68,256 miles (+4,191)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,256 miles
    Test number
    267093454462
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass64,065 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    64,065 miles
    Test number
    246011763488
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteGeneral under body corrosion

  10. Fail64,065 miles (+50)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,065 miles
    Test number
    437128953187
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteGeneral under body corrosion

  11. Pass64,015 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    64,015 miles
    Test number
    249716422229
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFront and rear brake disc slight rusted
    • NoteRear exhaust joint rusted

  12. Fail64,015 miles (+1,422)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,015 miles
    Test number
    977059312276
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFront and rear brake disc slight rusted
    • NoteRear exhaust joint rusted

  13. Pass62,593 miles (+2,588)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    62,593 miles
    Test number
    299429921210
    • NoteFront suspension corroded

  14. Pass60,005 miles (+5,171)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    60,005 miles
    Test number
    720431530272
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnderside components have surface corrosion

  15. Pass54,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    54,834 miles
    Test number
    300991269016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,834 miles (+5,178)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,834 miles
    Test number
    834221869045
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass49,656 miles (+4,200)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    49,656 miles
    Test number
    512603668003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    45,456 miles
    Test number
    682038257056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,456 miles (+2,667)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,456 miles
    Test number
    721378457006
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass42,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    42,789 miles
    Test number
    362386756086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T166 AKN

Does T166 AKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T166 AKN is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T166 AKN?
The MOT on T166 AKN is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T166 AKN done?
T166 AKN was recorded at 83,712 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 2,019 miles a year.
Has T166 AKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T166 AKN has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on T166 AKN 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 T166 AKN find?
T166 AKN passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 7 advisories: exhaust mounting defective; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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