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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T204 MPUMOT history

T204 MPU is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 12 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 May 2021 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 119,330 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 27 May 2021
Mileage
119,330 mi
At MOT on 23 Nov 2021
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,673 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T204 MPU
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
12 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 May 2021
Latest MOT test
23 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T204 MPU was last recorded at 119,330 miles on 23 Nov 2021, 8,750 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,580 miles · 28 May 2020
Between the last two tests
8,750 miles
Average per year
4,673 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 119,330 miles
  • 2020 – 110,580 miles
  • 2018 – 100,165 miles
  • 2017 – 97,704 miles
  • 2016 – 95,635 miles
  • 2015 – 93,015 miles
  • 2014 – 88,026 miles
  • 2013 – 82,437 miles
  • 2012 – 75,017 miles
  • 2011 – 67,583 miles
  • 2010 – 63,694 miles
  • 2009 – 59,339 miles
  • 2008 – 54,880 miles
  • 2007 – 48,904 miles
  • 2006 – 45,988 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail119,330 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded to n/s/r flexi-hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under body front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated has perish cracks to hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi-hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySome heavy corrosion to all suspension and steering components

What MOT failures 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 sub frame corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front to rear brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • O/s/f brake pipe corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • O/s/f tyre cracking/perishing /inner edge worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear brake discs lipped/scored

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear sub frame corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail119,330 miles (+8,750)1 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,330 miles
    Test number
    672142325125
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded to n/s/r flexi-hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under body front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated has perish cracks to hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi-hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySome heavy corrosion to all suspension and steering components

  2. Pass110,580 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    110,580 miles
    Test number
    187502542008
    • AdvisoryFront sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre cracking/perishing /inner edge worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs lipped/scored
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  3. Fail110,579 miles (+10,414)2 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,579 miles
    Test number
    647675321726
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill holes 30cm seat belt mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre cracking/perishing /inner edge worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs lipped/scored
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  4. Pass100,165 miles (+2,461)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    100,165 miles
    Test number
    135075351011
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass97,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    97,704 miles
    Test number
    256839003776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail97,702 miles (+2,067)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,702 miles
    Test number
    979128005993
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  7. Pass95,635 miles (+2,620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    95,635 miles
    Test number
    711267301419
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold down pipe joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySub frames and suspension components corroded

  8. Pass93,015 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    93,015 miles
    Test number
    555588735199
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail93,015 miles (+4,989)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,015 miles
    Test number
    838595135153
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass88,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    88,026 miles
    Test number
    775321604177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail88,026 miles (+5,589)7 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,026 miles
    Test number
    316730004109
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  12. Pass82,437 miles (+7,420)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    82,437 miles
    Test number
    297311203482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    75,017 miles
    Test number
    157245492418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail75,017 miles (+7,434)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,017 miles
    Test number
    656915892067
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass67,583 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    67,583 miles
    Test number
    268513101193
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking and split on side walls on very limit

  16. Fail67,583 miles (+3,889)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,583 miles
    Test number
    129293501170
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking and split on side walls on very limit

  17. Pass63,694 miles (+4,355)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    63,694 miles
    Test number
    101643980484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,339 miles (+4,459)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    59,339 miles
    Test number
    294832079015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,880 miles (+5,976)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    54,880 miles
    Test number
    693697588050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,904 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    48,904 miles
    Test number
    444122597024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,836 miles (+2,848)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,836 miles
    Test number
    254189887026
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass45,988 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    45,988 miles
    Test number
    143833876427
    • 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)

Questions about T204 MPU

Does T204 MPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T204 MPU expired on 27 May 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T204 MPU?
The MOT on T204 MPU expired on 27 May 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T204 MPU done?
T204 MPU was recorded at 119,330 miles at its MOT on 23 Nov 2021, an average of 4,673 miles a year.
Has T204 MPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T204 MPU has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T204 MPU 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 T204 MPU find?
T204 MPU failed its latest MOT on 23 Nov 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 8 advisories: offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis; offside front position lamp not working, and 11 more.

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