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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T174 HTXMOT history

T174 HTX is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 99,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 May 2024
Mileage
99,456 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,312 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T174 HTX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 May 2024
Latest MOT test
12 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T174 HTX was last recorded at 99,456 miles on 12 May 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,452 miles · 5 May 2023
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,312 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 99,456 miles
  • 2022 – 96,802 miles
  • 2021 – 94,788 miles
  • 2020 – 94,510 miles
  • 2019 – 93,259 miles
  • 2018 – 91,317 miles
  • 2017 – 89,093 miles
  • 2016 – 86,494 miles
  • 2015 – 83,621 miles
  • 2014 – 80,232 miles
  • 2013 – 76,569 miles
  • 2012 – 72,934 miles
  • 2011 – 68,935 miles
  • 2010 – 64,528 miles
  • 2009 – 58,395 miles
  • 2008 – 52,322 miles
  • 2007 – 46,721 miles
  • 2006 – 42,167 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,456 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryParking brake has only just met requirements. may require new hand brake cables/callipers.
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to various areas under vehicle and outer sillsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Outer Wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer cill getting weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass99,456 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    99,456 miles
    Test number
    815687898387
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has only just met requirements. may require new hand brake cables/callipers.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to various areas under vehicle and outer sills

  2. Fail99,452 miles (+2,650)2 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,452 miles
    Test number
    634505173437
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure clamps missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to various areas under vehicle and outer sills

  3. Pass96,802 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    96,802 miles
    Test number
    413019295899
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail96,802 miles (+2,014)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,802 miles
    Test number
    553052347842
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Body mount/boot floor edge (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass94,788 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    94,788 miles
    Test number
    980377490775
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer cill getting weak (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer cill getting weak (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail94,780 miles (+270)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,780 miles
    Test number
    659318693428
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer cill getting weak (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer cill getting weak (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass94,510 miles (+1,251)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    94,510 miles
    Test number
    406933439915
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust joint corroded

  8. Pass93,259 miles (+1,942)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    93,259 miles
    Test number
    466815434742
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s/r outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass91,317 miles (+2,224)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    91,317 miles
    Test number
    502016264310
    • AdvisoryRear Rear exhaust silencer connection corroded and weakened
    • AdvisoryRear Rear suspension components slightly corroded

  10. Pass89,093 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    89,093 miles
    Test number
    699453645159
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on rear of vehicle.

  11. Fail89,093 miles (+2,599)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,093 miles
    Test number
    359880261989
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on rear of vehicle.

  12. Pass86,494 miles (+2,873)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    86,494 miles
    Test number
    218577396093
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nail in tyre

  13. Pass83,621 miles (+3,389)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    83,621 miles
    Test number
    485600635076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass80,232 miles (+3,663)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    80,232 miles
    Test number
    175007424066
    • NoteNearside outer sill slightly deteriorated

  15. Pass76,569 miles (+3,635)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    76,569 miles
    Test number
    117371633486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,934 miles (+3,999)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    72,934 miles
    Test number
    677581732071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass68,935 miles (+4,407)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    68,935 miles
    Test number
    187220711470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    64,528 miles
    Test number
    653246120092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,525 miles (+6,130)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,525 miles
    Test number
    854956620023
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

  20. Pass58,395 miles (+228)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    58,395 miles
    Test number
    354259529040
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have perished sidewalls.
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer flange corroded.

  21. Fail58,167 miles (+5,845)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,167 miles
    Test number
    451610829068
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have perished sidewalls.
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer flange corroded.

  22. Pass52,322 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    52,322 miles
    Test number
    913422338087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail52,306 miles (+5,585)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,306 miles
    Test number
    903682728036
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass46,721 miles (+4,554)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    46,721 miles
    Test number
    880229317026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass42,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    42,167 miles
    Test number
    824104826047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail42,167 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,167 miles
    Test number
    980684726079
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T174 HTX

Does T174 HTX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T174 HTX expired on 11 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T174 HTX?
The MOT on T174 HTX expired on 11 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T174 HTX done?
T174 HTX was recorded at 99,456 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2023, an average of 3,312 miles a year.
Has T174 HTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T174 HTX has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T174 HTX 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 T174 HTX find?
T174 HTX passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2023 with 5 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; parking brake has only just met requirements. may require new hand brake cables/callipers.; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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