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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T166 FANMOT history

T166 FAN is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 15 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 97,733 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
97,733 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,966 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T166 FAN
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 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T166 FAN was last recorded at 97,733 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 4,893 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,840 miles · 1 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,893 miles
Average per year
3,966 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,733 miles
  • 2025 – 92,840 miles
  • 2023 – 88,160 miles
  • 2022 – 85,510 miles
  • 2021 – 81,259 miles
  • 2020 – 77,523 miles
  • 2019 – 75,770 miles
  • 2018 – 64,489 miles
  • 2017 – 57,144 miles
  • 2016 – 44,289 miles
  • 2015 – 36,761 miles
  • 2014 – 35,590 miles
  • 2013 – 34,713 miles
  • 2012 – 33,974 miles
  • 2011 – 32,656 miles
  • 2010 – 31,849 miles
  • 2009 – 24,876 miles
  • 2008 – 23,495 miles
  • 2007 – 22,460 miles
  • 2006 – 19,269 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,733 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Previous repairs covered in under seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corroded

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner face

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Age related under body corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Corrosion on both rear outer sills

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass97,733 miles (+4,893)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    97,733 miles
    Test number
    879718873738
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Previous repairs covered in under seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corroded

  2. Pass92,840 miles (+4,680)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    92,840 miles
    Test number
    780367871250
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced advanced corrosion to outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower suspension arm perished bush
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer previous outer sill repair
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear arches corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust surface corrosion
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion front & rear subframes and suspension arms

  3. Pass88,160 miles (+2,650)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    88,160 miles
    Test number
    117097516672
    • AdvisoryAdvance corrosion on both rear outer sills
    • AdvisoryAge related under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass85,510 miles (+48)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    85,510 miles
    Test number
    791708513656
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAge related under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both rear outer sills

  5. Fail85,462 miles (+4,203)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,462 miles
    Test number
    156985484110
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAge related under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both rear outer sills

  6. Pass81,259 miles (+3,736)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    81,259 miles
    Test number
    555747733558
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion on suspension components
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both rear outer sills

  7. Pass77,523 miles (+1,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    77,523 miles
    Test number
    241108631367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass75,770 miles (+11,281)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    75,770 miles
    Test number
    888497481405
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides and pads 60/65% worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass64,489 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    64,489 miles
    Test number
    646609625260
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust join corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail64,489 miles (+7,345)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,489 miles
    Test number
    360516842382
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust join corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass57,144 miles (+12,855)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    57,144 miles
    Test number
    418406124376
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass44,289 miles (+7,528)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    44,289 miles
    Test number
    857826036607
    • AdvisoryBoth lower sills starting to corrode on outer skin
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWipers split but clearing

  13. Pass36,761 miles (+1,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    36,761 miles
    Test number
    584068037575
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  14. Pass35,590 miles (+877)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    35,590 miles
    Test number
    987490314382
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Pass34,713 miles (+739)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    34,713 miles
    Test number
    309961013396
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass33,974 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    33,974 miles
    Test number
    628485522307
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear brake low efficiency

  17. Fail33,974 miles (+1,318)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,974 miles
    Test number
    749524122301
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass32,656 miles (+807)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    32,656 miles
    Test number
    378404511360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,849 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    31,849 miles
    Test number
    751220430329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail31,832 miles (+6,956)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,832 miles
    Test number
    613629720343
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  21. Pass24,876 miles (+1,381)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    24,876 miles
    Test number
    611581429371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,495 miles (+1,035)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    23,495 miles
    Test number
    884203628382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,460 miles (+3,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    22,460 miles
    Test number
    304239487200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass19,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    19,269 miles
    Test number
    561314946126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T166 FAN

Does T166 FAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T166 FAN is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T166 FAN?
The MOT on T166 FAN is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T166 FAN done?
T166 FAN was recorded at 97,733 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 3,966 miles a year.
Has T166 FAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T166 FAN has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T166 FAN 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 FAN find?
T166 FAN passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced previous repairs covered in under seal; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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