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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T172 MGPMOT history

T172 MGP is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 10 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2022 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 142,643 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2022
Mileage
142,643 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T172 MGP
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
10 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T172 MGP was last recorded at 142,643 miles on 1 Feb 2022, 7,263 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,380 miles · 1 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
7,263 miles
Average per year
5,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 142,643 miles
  • 2021 – 135,380 miles
  • 2019 – 131,749 miles
  • 2018 – 128,304 miles
  • 2017 – 125,149 miles
  • 2016 – 120,371 miles
  • 2015 – 118,697 miles
  • 2014 – 116,832 miles
  • 2013 – 114,380 miles
  • 2012 – 112,588 miles
  • 2011 – 105,694 miles
  • 2010 – 93,206 miles
  • 2009 – 82,021 miles
  • 2008 – 72,458 miles
  • 2007 – 61,255 miles
  • 2006 – 49,545 miles
  • 2005 – 42,554 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail142,643 miles
  • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear pipe join (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured front engine loom (4.11 (a) (i))
  • MinorElectrical wiring insecure wire fed trough door shuts both sides (4.11 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll suspension components have corrosion and underside of body
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail142,643 miles (+7,263)7 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,643 miles
    Test number
    713338256895
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear pipe join (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured front engine loom (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure wire fed trough door shuts both sides (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components have corrosion and underside of body
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded

  2. Pass135,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    135,380 miles
    Test number
    139503448490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail135,380 miles (+3,631)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,380 miles
    Test number
    765853631170
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass131,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    131,749 miles
    Test number
    667618970901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail131,749 miles (+3,445)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,749 miles
    Test number
    796933059966
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass128,304 miles (+3,155)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    128,304 miles
    Test number
    388528873967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass125,149 miles (+4,778)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    125,149 miles
    Test number
    321240471684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass120,371 miles (+1,674)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    120,371 miles
    Test number
    776609721081
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass118,697 miles (+1,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    118,697 miles
    Test number
    636115035129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  10. Pass116,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    116,832 miles
    Test number
    528515334190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail116,832 miles (+2,452)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,832 miles
    Test number
    228685834134
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

  12. Pass114,380 miles (+1,792)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    114,380 miles
    Test number
    669321043109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  13. Pass112,588 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    112,588 miles
    Test number
    396884142151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking / perishing in tread.

  14. Fail112,588 miles (+6,894)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,588 miles
    Test number
    736354342164
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking / perishing in tread.

  15. Pass105,694 miles (+12,488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    105,694 miles
    Test number
    716727631196
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  16. Pass93,206 miles (+11,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    93,206 miles
    Test number
    242728230156
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  17. Pass82,021 miles (+9,563)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    82,021 miles
    Test number
    282201239450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail72,458 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,458 miles
    Test number
    204260928418
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass72,458 miles (+11,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    72,458 miles
    Test number
    291050428407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass61,255 miles (+11,710)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    61,255 miles
    Test number
    784411637159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,545 miles (+6,991)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    49,545 miles
    Test number
    812308406156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2006
    Odometer
    42,554 miles
    Test number
    472084725151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T172 MGP

Does T172 MGP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T172 MGP expired on 31 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T172 MGP?
The MOT on T172 MGP expired on 31 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T172 MGP done?
T172 MGP was recorded at 142,643 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2022, an average of 5,976 miles a year.
Has T172 MGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T172 MGP has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T172 MGP 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 T172 MGP find?
T172 MGP failed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2022 with 7 major defects, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: emissions not tested; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear pipe join; nearside rear integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill holed, and 11 more.

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