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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T203 DLYMOT history

T203 DLY is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 14 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 37 MOT tests, with 152,570 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2025
Mileage
152,570 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2024
MOT tests
37
19 passed · 18 failed
Per year
5,556 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T203 DLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2025
Latest MOT test
30 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T203 DLY was last recorded at 152,570 miles on 30 May 2024, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,559 miles · 10 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
5,556 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 152,570 miles
  • 2023 – 151,904 miles
  • 2022 – 143,372 miles
  • 2021 – 142,347 miles
  • 2020 – 139,892 miles
  • 2019 – 134,729 miles
  • 2018 – 133,692 miles
  • 2017 – 133,659 miles
  • 2016 – 132,049 miles
  • 2015 – 117,942 miles
  • 2014 – 110,041 miles
  • 2013 – 107,676 miles
  • 2012 – 105,313 miles
  • 2011 – 103,112 miles
  • 2010 – 98,497 miles
  • 2009 – 87,169 miles
  • 2008 – 76,287 miles
  • 2007 – 63,322 miles
  • 2005 – 49,671 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,570 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.

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

    Failure6 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2005–2010

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis box section corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

37 tests since 22 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,570 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    152,570 miles
    Test number
    365707844640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail152,559 miles (+655)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,559 miles
    Test number
    705161608664
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

  3. Pass151,904 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    151,904 miles
    Test number
    693113125942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail151,903 miles (+8,531)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,903 miles
    Test number
    786624637935
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass143,372 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    143,372 miles
    Test number
    438030456298
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Front scuttle cover missing
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake operation at full extent of handbrake lever travel
    • AdvisoryRear Rear silencer heatshield not properly secured- severely corroded

  6. Fail143,372 miles (+1,025)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,372 miles
    Test number
    225369781506
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp(s) not working Hi level stop lamp bulb connection remade and relocated in light unit to rectify (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Front scuttle cover missing
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake operation at full extent of handbrake lever travel
    • AdvisoryRear Rear silencer heatshield not properly secured- severely corroded

  7. Pass142,347 miles (+2,455)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    142,347 miles
    Test number
    247743922730
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass139,892 miles (+375)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    139,892 miles
    Test number
    643860649118
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis box section corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis box section corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front underfloor area small hole
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill section corroded

  9. Fail139,517 miles (+4,788)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,517 miles
    Test number
    503736962708
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable insecure handbrake cable detached from brake caliper (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis box section corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis box section corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front underfloor area small hole
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill section corroded

  10. Pass134,729 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    134,729 miles
    Test number
    998409928695
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake caliper lever stiff operation
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  11. Fail134,723 miles (+1,031)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,723 miles
    Test number
    383975612011
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake caliper lever stiff operation
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  12. Pass133,692 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    133,692 miles
    Test number
    776006615695
    • AdvisoryFront front tyres are slightly cracked

  13. Fail133,681 miles (+22)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,681 miles
    Test number
    708658248725
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront front tyres are slightly cracked

  14. Pass133,659 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    133,659 miles
    Test number
    310311704815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail133,652 miles (+41)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,652 miles
    Test number
    782977018027
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis - anti roll bar mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis - anti roll bar mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  16. Fail133,611 miles (+1,562)3 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,611 miles
    Test number
    142125229329
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass132,049 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    132,049 miles
    Test number
    996046386326
    • AdvisoryBoth front discs in very poor condition

  18. Fail132,048 miles (+14,106)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,048 miles
    Test number
    521116651699
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front discs in very poor condition

  19. Pass117,942 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    117,942 miles
    Test number
    486881975011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLong handbrake travel
    • NoteNsr brake binding slightly

  20. Fail117,938 miles (+7,897)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,938 miles
    Test number
    265641675013
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLong handbrake travel
    • NoteNsr brake binding slightly

  21. Pass110,041 miles (+14)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    110,041 miles
    Test number
    386913164012
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses starting to perish
    • NoteBoth front tyres low
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes corroding
    • NoteOffside front chassis rail corroding
    • NoteSlight bind on nearside rear wheel

  22. Fail110,027 miles (+2,351)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,027 miles
    Test number
    578548544068
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear brake binding slightly

  23. Pass107,676 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    107,676 miles
    Test number
    537229353025
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteBoth front & rear lower suspension arms corroding
    • NoteBoth front & rear subframes corroding
    • NoteBoth front shock absorber bushes worn but not excessive movement

  24. Fail107,676 miles (+2,363)5 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,676 miles
    Test number
    276126853059
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteBoth front & rear lower suspension arms corroding
    • NoteBoth front & rear subframes corroding
    • NoteBoth front shock absorber bushes worn but not excessive movement

  25. Pass105,313 miles (+2,201)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    105,313 miles
    Test number
    685391252072
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteCrack in screen not within swept area

  26. Pass103,112 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    103,112 miles
    Test number
    369563771050
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Fail103,096 miles (+4,599)2 dangerous2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,096 miles
    Test number
    908311261041
    • DangerousNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  28. Pass98,497 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    98,497 miles
    Test number
    411528860018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail98,490 miles (+11,321)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,490 miles
    Test number
    140477860423
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  30. Pass87,169 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    87,169 miles
    Test number
    144539059084
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Fail87,169 miles (+10,882)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,169 miles
    Test number
    930499359069
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass76,287 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    76,287 miles
    Test number
    173601568445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  33. Fail76,287 miles (+12,965)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,287 miles
    Test number
    672711568096
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  34. Pass63,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    63,322 miles
    Test number
    120672527462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail63,322 miles (+13,651)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,322 miles
    Test number
    164032427014
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  36. Pass49,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    49,671 miles
    Test number
    232947425365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Fail49,671 miles4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,671 miles
    Test number
    224226425342
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T203 DLY

Does T203 DLY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T203 DLY expired on 29 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T203 DLY?
The MOT on T203 DLY expired on 29 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T203 DLY done?
T203 DLY was recorded at 152,570 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2024, an average of 5,556 miles a year.
Has T203 DLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T203 DLY has failed 18 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T203 DLY 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 T203 DLY find?
T203 DLY passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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