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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T183 HTRMOT history

T183 HTR is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 125,887 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
125,887 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T183 HTR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T183 HTR was last recorded at 125,887 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 9,263 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,624 miles · 26 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,263 miles
Average per year
5,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,887 miles
  • 2025 – 116,624 miles
  • 2024 – 113,120 miles
  • 2023 – 112,432 miles
  • 2022 – 112,374 miles
  • 2021 – 110,282 miles
  • 2020 – 108,321 miles
  • 2019 – 97,583 miles
  • 2018 – 84,802 miles
  • 2017 – 72,520 miles
  • 2016 – 59,731 miles
  • 2015 – 46,692 miles
  • 2014 – 30,220 miles
  • 2013 – 26,229 miles
  • 2012 – 22,341 miles
  • 2011 – 19,626 miles
  • 2010 – 18,909 miles
  • 2008 – 18,883 miles
  • 2007 – 18,508 miles
  • 2006 – 18,266 miles
  • 2005 – 17,085 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,887 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,887 miles (+9,263)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    125,887 miles
    Test number
    534036656819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass116,624 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    116,624 miles
    Test number
    194280544784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail116,607 miles (+3,487)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,607 miles
    Test number
    717707590328
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass113,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    113,120 miles
    Test number
    835805751301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail113,118 miles (+686)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,118 miles
    Test number
    928329254916
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass112,432 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    112,432 miles
    Test number
    463106927439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail112,374 miles (+2,092)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,374 miles
    Test number
    599254332440
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass110,282 miles (+1,961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    110,282 miles
    Test number
    472001473558
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass108,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    108,321 miles
    Test number
    404869880193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail108,321 miles (+10,738)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,321 miles
    Test number
    371054412753
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  11. Pass97,583 miles (+12,781)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,583 miles
    Test number
    882836189861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,802 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    84,802 miles
    Test number
    565268806677
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all around underneath (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail84,802 miles (+12,282)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,802 miles
    Test number
    912086579421
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all around underneath (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass72,520 miles (+12,789)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    72,520 miles
    Test number
    965583955050
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass59,731 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    59,731 miles
    Test number
    213489985188
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

  16. Fail59,731 miles (+13,039)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,731 miles
    Test number
    432781070529
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass46,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    46,692 miles
    Test number
    905752192266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail46,692 miles (+16,472)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,692 miles
    Test number
    895479495961
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass30,220 miles (+3,991)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    30,220 miles
    Test number
    287723724358
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass26,229 miles (+3,888)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    26,229 miles
    Test number
    848618943379
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass22,341 miles (+2,715)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    22,341 miles
    Test number
    619937172236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,626 miles (+717)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    19,626 miles
    Test number
    459684221184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,909 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    18,909 miles
    Test number
    141654930029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,883 miles (+375)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    18,883 miles
    Test number
    874369538386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,508 miles (+242)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    18,508 miles
    Test number
    730507037352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass18,266 miles (+1,181)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    18,266 miles
    Test number
    460905336453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass17,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    17,085 miles
    Test number
    691235135384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T183 HTR

Does T183 HTR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T183 HTR is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T183 HTR?
The MOT on T183 HTR is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T183 HTR done?
T183 HTR was recorded at 125,887 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 5,373 miles a year.
Has T183 HTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T183 HTR has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T183 HTR 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 T183 HTR find?
T183 HTR passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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