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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T173 LOPMOT history

T173 LOP is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2025 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 78,559 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Apr 2025
Mileage
78,559 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2024
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,959 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T173 LOP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T173 LOP was last recorded at 78,559 miles on 25 Apr 2024, 12,085 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,474 miles · 25 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
12,085 miles
Average per year
1,959 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 78,559 miles
  • 2023 – 66,474 miles
  • 2022 – 66,031 miles
  • 2020 – 57,793 miles
  • 2014 – 55,950 miles
  • 2011 – 55,361 miles
  • 2010 – 54,993 miles
  • 2009 – 54,587 miles
  • 2008 – 53,238 miles
  • 2007 – 49,216 miles
  • 2006 – 43,144 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,559 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

16 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,559 miles (+12,085)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    78,559 miles
    Test number
    471388725230
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass66,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    66,474 miles
    Test number
    934066741242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail66,468 miles (+437)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,468 miles
    Test number
    175280786910
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  4. Pass66,031 miles (+8,238)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    66,031 miles
    Test number
    741800177353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass57,793 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    57,793 miles
    Test number
    804106676734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail57,736 miles (+1,786)2 dangerous9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,736 miles
    Test number
    928540989004
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated Due to standing (1.8 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively binding Brakes (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Marked up. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake ferel need cleaning.
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres close to limit and N/s rear . All tyres should be replaced due to age one is 16yrs old

  7. Pass55,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    55,950 miles
    Test number
    906276114266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail55,936 miles (+575)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,936 miles
    Test number
    349666014241
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass55,361 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    55,361 miles
    Test number
    425280661189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail55,352 miles (+359)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,352 miles
    Test number
    675228951199
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  11. Pass54,993 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    54,993 miles
    Test number
    261822640182
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail54,971 miles (+384)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,971 miles
    Test number
    360051240153
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass54,587 miles (+1,349)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    54,587 miles
    Test number
    971371339120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,238 miles (+4,022)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2009
    Odometer
    53,238 miles
    Test number
    320670138156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,216 miles (+6,072)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    49,216 miles
    Test number
    993118437128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,144 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    43,144 miles
    Test number
    462977486023
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T173 LOP

Does T173 LOP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T173 LOP expired on 24 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T173 LOP?
The MOT on T173 LOP expired on 24 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T173 LOP done?
T173 LOP was recorded at 78,559 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2024, an average of 1,959 miles a year.
Has T173 LOP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T173 LOP has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T173 LOP 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 T173 LOP find?
T173 LOP passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2024 with 5 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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