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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T174 VBLMOT history

T174 VBL is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 141,208 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jul 2023
Mileage
141,208 mi
At MOT on 12 Jul 2022
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,185 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T174 VBL
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
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T174 VBL was last recorded at 141,208 miles on 12 Jul 2022, 4,322 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,886 miles · 14 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
4,322 miles
Average per year
5,185 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 141,208 miles
  • 2021 – 136,886 miles
  • 2020 – 129,412 miles
  • 2019 – 125,009 miles
  • 2018 – 121,062 miles
  • 2017 – 116,537 miles
  • 2016 – 111,793 miles
  • 2015 – 105,360 miles
  • 2014 – 98,186 miles
  • 2013 – 90,734 miles
  • 2012 – 84,072 miles
  • 2011 – 74,863 miles
  • 2010 – 66,932 miles
  • 2009 – 64,984 miles
  • 2008 – 60,602 miles
  • 2007 – 58,456 miles
  • 2005 – 55,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,208 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All inners (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Corrosion forming inner and outer sill panels and rear wheel arches

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front lower sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust heat shields deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Slight deterioration to headlamps

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Various brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,208 miles (+4,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    141,208 miles
    Test number
    337174775710
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All inners (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass136,886 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    136,886 miles
    Test number
    489744654467
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming inner and outer sill panels and rear wheel arches

  3. Fail136,885 miles (+273)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,885 miles
    Test number
    996931558483
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming inner and outer sill panels and rear wheel arches

  4. Fail136,612 miles (+7,200)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,612 miles
    Test number
    972588723157
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear arch corroded

  5. Pass129,412 miles (+4,403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    129,412 miles
    Test number
    214999517355
    • AdvisoryNearside corrosion forming on inner and outter sill panel
    • AdvisoryOffside corrosion forming on inner and outter sill panel

  6. Pass125,009 miles (+21)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    125,009 miles
    Test number
    524871537037
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lower sill corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight deterioration to headlamps
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  7. Fail124,988 miles (+3,926)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,988 miles
    Test number
    177297881516
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced lower sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lower sill corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight deterioration to headlamps
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  8. Pass121,062 miles (+60)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    121,062 miles
    Test number
    918863577765
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail121,002 miles (+4,465)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,002 miles
    Test number
    275138135601
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass116,537 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    116,537 miles
    Test number
    685768839059
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded From connector to nearside rear hose (at hose) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Inner bead (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.2.6)

  11. Fail116,537 miles (+4,744)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,537 miles
    Test number
    765088749040
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded From connector to nearside rear hose (at hose) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Inner bead (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.2.6)

  12. Pass111,793 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    111,793 miles
    Test number
    416216296056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail111,787 miles (+6,427)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,787 miles
    Test number
    535540209278
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking Brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass105,360 miles (+279)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    105,360 miles
    Test number
    317666275188
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChips to windscreen
    • NoteCorrosion/repairs to both outer sills

  15. Fail105,081 miles (+6,895)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,081 miles
    Test number
    728932865187
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChips to windscreen
    • NoteCorrosion/repairs to both outer sills

  16. Pass98,186 miles (+195)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    98,186 miles
    Test number
    219386174164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail97,991 miles (+7,257)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,991 miles
    Test number
    967033664130
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  18. Pass90,734 miles (+6,662)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    90,734 miles
    Test number
    229629963110
    • NoteFront wipers slightly smearing
    • NoteNearside front inner wheel arch slightly corroded
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill slightly corroded

  19. Pass84,072 miles (+263)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    84,072 miles
    Test number
    628754582186
    • NoteCorrosion to o/s outer rear sill, with in prescried area
    • NoteHeavy corrosion to n/s outer sill, on limit, with in prescribed area
    • NoteO/s wiper poor

  20. Fail83,809 miles (+8,946)2 failures1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,809 miles
    Test number
    557948172194
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteCorrosion to o/s outer rear sill, with in prescried area
    • NoteHeavy corrosion to n/s outer sill, on limit, with in prescribed area
    • NoteO/s wiper poor

  21. Fail74,863 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,863 miles
    Test number
    267151971188
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  22. Pass74,863 miles (+7,931)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    74,863 miles
    Test number
    925661471102
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  23. Pass66,932 miles (+1,948)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    66,932 miles
    Test number
    252867980119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass64,984 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    64,984 miles
    Test number
    103390449175
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  25. Fail64,984 miles (+4,382)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,984 miles
    Test number
    943228839110
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  26. Pass60,602 miles (+2,146)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    60,602 miles
    Test number
    724872458180
    • NoteFront brake pads poss wrong ones fitted

  27. Pass58,456 miles (+3,167)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    58,456 miles
    Test number
    220694227152
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEdges of all brake discs corroded. †Rear ends of both outer sill corroded.

  28. Pass55,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    55,289 miles
    Test number
    683669845315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail55,289 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,289 miles
    Test number
    590619845371
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureRear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about T174 VBL

Does T174 VBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T174 VBL expired on 13 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T174 VBL?
The MOT on T174 VBL expired on 13 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T174 VBL done?
T174 VBL was recorded at 141,208 miles at its MOT on 12 Jul 2022, an average of 5,185 miles a year.
Has T174 VBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T174 VBL has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on T174 VBL 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 VBL find?
T174 VBL passed its latest MOT on 12 Jul 2022 with 2 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all inners.

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