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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T168 LNDMOT history

T168 LND is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 11 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Aug 2022 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 147,842 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Aug 2022
Mileage
147,842 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2023
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,165 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T168 LND
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T168 LND was last recorded at 147,842 miles on 31 Mar 2023, 43 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,799 miles · 6 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
43 miles
Average per year
4,165 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 147,842 miles
  • 2022 – 147,799 miles
  • 2021 – 147,258 miles
  • 2020 – 146,851 miles
  • 2019 – 146,111 miles
  • 2018 – 145,268 miles
  • 2017 – 143,216 miles
  • 2016 – 141,903 miles
  • 2015 – 134,718 miles
  • 2014 – 134,490 miles
  • 2013 – 130,442 miles
  • 2012 – 124,170 miles
  • 2011 – 114,552 miles
  • 2010 – 107,045 miles
  • 2009 – 98,864 miles
  • 2008 – 93,151 miles
  • 2007 – 86,816 miles
  • 2006 – 76,600 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail147,842 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre over 10 yeras old

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.

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Nearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail147,842 miles (+43)1 dangerous2 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,842 miles
    Test number
    756886668781
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre over 10 yeras old

  2. Fail147,799 miles (+541)4 major18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,799 miles
    Test number
    267926353065
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under bonnet (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass147,258 miles (+407)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    147,258 miles
    Test number
    210767429752
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass146,851 miles (+740)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    146,851 miles
    Test number
    950827174540
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass146,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    146,111 miles
    Test number
    981154494272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail146,111 miles (+843)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,111 miles
    Test number
    549619433842
    • MajorBody panel insecure bonnet (6.2.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass145,268 miles (+2,052)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    145,268 miles
    Test number
    958802789686
    • AdvisoryN/S rear tyre perished but not to cords
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Chassis leg starting corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  8. Pass143,216 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    143,216 miles
    Test number
    752984310076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail143,216 miles (+1,313)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,216 miles
    Test number
    470174955419
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • 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 Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both outer sills (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass141,903 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    141,903 miles
    Test number
    872591767246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail141,901 miles (+7,183)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,901 miles
    Test number
    232395952633
    • FailureDriver's airbag missing (5.4.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 4.5% (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s rear outer sill corroded but not considered structural

  12. Pass134,718 miles (+228)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    134,718 miles
    Test number
    177925785421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail134,490 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,490 miles
    Test number
    519562974181
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass134,490 miles (+4,048)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    134,490 miles
    Test number
    766652274195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass130,442 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    130,442 miles
    Test number
    509290473117
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  16. Fail130,441 miles (+6,271)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,441 miles
    Test number
    636418463115
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  17. Pass124,170 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    124,170 miles
    Test number
    495922772126
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Fail124,170 miles (+9,618)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,170 miles
    Test number
    545332172156
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  19. Pass114,552 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    114,552 miles
    Test number
    645508071198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOS high beam light unreliable

  20. Fail114,552 miles (+7,507)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,552 miles
    Test number
    625758471128
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  21. Pass107,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    107,045 miles
    Test number
    223175670106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail107,045 miles (+8,181)5 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,045 miles
    Test number
    803495370124
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre + pressure low
    • NoteChassis corrosion
    • NoteFront number plate carrier cracked
    • NoteRear brakes only just met the brake imbalance requirements. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
    • NoteTracking / wheel alignment

  23. Pass98,864 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    98,864 miles
    Test number
    344427949196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail98,864 miles (+5,713)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,864 miles
    Test number
    891577649110
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass93,151 miles (+6,335)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    93,151 miles
    Test number
    192053058094
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s chassis slight dent

  26. Pass86,816 miles (+10,216)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    86,816 miles
    Test number
    883915857015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass76,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    76,600 miles
    Test number
    980151556051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T168 LND

Does T168 LND currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T168 LND expired on 3 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T168 LND?
The MOT on T168 LND expired on 3 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T168 LND done?
T168 LND was recorded at 147,842 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2023, an average of 4,165 miles a year.
Has T168 LND ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T168 LND has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T168 LND 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 T168 LND find?
T168 LND failed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 2 major defects, 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; nearside front vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced; offside front vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced, and 4 more.

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