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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T18 HELMOT history

T18 HEL is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 11 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 150,087 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
150,087 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,723 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 HEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 HEL was last recorded at 150,087 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 966 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,121 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
966 miles
Average per year
4,723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,087 miles
  • 2025 – 149,121 miles
  • 2024 – 147,350 miles
  • 2023 – 145,519 miles
  • 2022 – 143,797 miles
  • 2021 – 142,751 miles
  • 2019 – 138,534 miles
  • 2018 – 133,831 miles
  • 2017 – 127,091 miles
  • 2016 – 119,893 miles
  • 2015 – 113,458 miles
  • 2014 – 105,867 miles
  • 2013 – 97,214 miles
  • 2011 – 87,417 miles
  • 2010 – 83,503 miles
  • 2009 – 77,149 miles
  • 2008 – 72,032 miles
  • 2007 – 65,883 miles
  • 2006 – 59,172 miles
  • 2005 – 53,182 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,087 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,087 miles (+966)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    150,087 miles
    Test number
    949126954517
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass149,121 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    149,121 miles
    Test number
    509601635395
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail149,121 miles (+1,771)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,121 miles
    Test number
    363297452258
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass147,350 miles (+1,831)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    147,350 miles
    Test number
    415315845662
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shockabsorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shockabsorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass145,519 miles (+1,722)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    145,519 miles
    Test number
    767368975619
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass143,797 miles (+1,046)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    143,797 miles
    Test number
    282070936281
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass142,751 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    142,751 miles
    Test number
    303545397539
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail142,751 miles (+4,217)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,751 miles
    Test number
    587026247380
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass138,534 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    138,534 miles
    Test number
    522504326054
    • AdvisoryFront tyres low on tread and uneven wear
    • AdvisoryRear o/s tyre low on tread

  10. Fail138,534 miles (+4,703)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,534 miles
    Test number
    703093363875
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres low on tread and uneven wear
    • AdvisoryRear o/s tyre low on tread

  11. Pass133,831 miles (+6,740)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    133,831 miles
    Test number
    732027680540
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass127,091 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    127,091 miles
    Test number
    419320883790
    • AdvisoryFront o/s brake pads low
    • AdvisoryFront o/s tyre getting low on tread

  13. Fail127,081 miles (+7,188)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,081 miles
    Test number
    214149374119
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront o/s brake pads low
    • AdvisoryFront o/s tyre getting low on tread

  14. Pass119,893 miles (+6,435)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    119,893 miles
    Test number
    731955200738
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorating

  15. Pass113,458 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    113,458 miles
    Test number
    865797095185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  16. Fail113,458 miles (+7,591)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,458 miles
    Test number
    447837795123
    • FailureOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  17. Pass105,867 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    105,867 miles
    Test number
    209627864161
    • 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)
    • NoteN/s rear sill corroded
    • NoteO/s rear sill corroded

  18. Fail105,867 miles (+8,653)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,867 miles
    Test number
    278177764177
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • 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)
    • NoteN/s rear sill corroded
    • NoteO/s rear sill corroded

  19. Pass97,214 miles (+9,797)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    97,214 miles
    Test number
    585920183065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass87,417 miles (+3,914)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    87,417 miles
    Test number
    316026761411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass83,503 miles (+6,354)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    83,503 miles
    Test number
    444808680224
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCovers & shields not allowing full inspection
    • NoteHigh parking brake travel

  22. Pass77,149 miles (+5,117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    77,149 miles
    Test number
    951041839255
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass72,032 miles (+6,149)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    72,032 miles
    Test number
    823746748205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass65,883 miles (+6,711)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    65,883 miles
    Test number
    664751697157
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass59,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    59,172 miles
    Test number
    173396816217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail59,172 miles (+5,990)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,172 miles
    Test number
    624366516218
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  27. Pass53,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    53,182 miles
    Test number
    750450095119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T18 HEL

Does T18 HEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 HEL is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T18 HEL?
The MOT on T18 HEL is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 HEL done?
T18 HEL was recorded at 150,087 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 4,723 miles a year.
Has T18 HEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 HEL has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T18 HEL 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 T18 HEL find?
T18 HEL passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 11 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 8 more.

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