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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T213 MTWMOT history

T213 MTW is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 May 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 106,512 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 May 2025
Mileage
106,512 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T213 MTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 May 2025
Latest MOT test
14 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T213 MTW was last recorded at 106,512 miles on 14 May 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 May 2024: 106,512 miles, lower than 116,500 miles on 3 May 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
116,500 miles · 3 May 2024
Average per year
2,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 106,512 miles
  • 2023 – 98,906 miles
  • 2022 – 98,251 miles
  • 2020 – 97,276 miles
  • 2019 – 95,668 miles
  • 2017 – 90,815 miles
  • 2016 – 88,237 miles
  • 2015 – 86,117 miles
  • 2014 – 83,934 miles
  • 2013 – 81,186 miles
  • 2012 – 78,484 miles
  • 2011 – 74,757 miles
  • 2010 – 71,616 miles
  • 2009 – 68,741 miles
  • 2008 – 64,853 miles
  • 2007 – 61,225 miles
  • 2006 – 54,610 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,512 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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All 6 Arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,512 miles (-9,988)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    106,512 miles
    Test number
    726955341112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail116,500 miles (+17,594)11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,500 miles
    Test number
    814758823431
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 1.62% (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits 0.63% (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint before rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements does not meet the dimensional requirements, (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring insecure spring too short. after jacking up vehicle the spring does not correctly locate when the suspension is returned to its normal running position (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted inner part of rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring insecure spring too short. after jacking up vehicle the spring does not correctly locate when the suspension is returned to its normal running position (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring with an unsafe modification top spring mounting missing (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill below B Pillar has a questionable repair , unable to fully determine method
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill has a questionable repair , unable to fully determine method

  3. Pass98,906 miles (+75)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    98,906 miles
    Test number
    779317338468
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front and rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail98,831 miles (+39)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,831 miles
    Test number
    657615470036
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All 6 Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail98,792 miles (+541)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,792 miles
    Test number
    141965168210
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at 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))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all 6 arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass98,251 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    98,251 miles
    Test number
    285516463013
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail98,235 miles (+959)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,235 miles
    Test number
    630133816818
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also Perished (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass97,276 miles (+1,608)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    97,276 miles
    Test number
    222766596146
    • AdvisoryBoth Outer Sills slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Tyres - Also Perished (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass95,668 miles (+4,853)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    95,668 miles
    Test number
    554357918908
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to outer sills .

  10. Pass90,815 miles (+2,578)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    90,815 miles
    Test number
    656179118772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass88,237 miles (+2,120)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    88,237 miles
    Test number
    800136551582
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass86,117 miles (+2,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    86,117 miles
    Test number
    741095626552
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass83,934 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    83,934 miles
    Test number
    155682874200
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to outter sills

  14. Fail83,934 miles (+2,748)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,934 miles
    Test number
    527962574218
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to outter sills

  15. Pass81,186 miles (+2,702)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    81,186 miles
    Test number
    396043963485
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass78,484 miles (+3,727)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    78,484 miles
    Test number
    617415872272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,757 miles (+3,141)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    74,757 miles
    Test number
    159545551240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass71,616 miles (+2,875)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    71,616 miles
    Test number
    753530860270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,741 miles (+3,888)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    68,741 miles
    Test number
    101798269281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,853 miles (+3,628)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    64,853 miles
    Test number
    413492988268
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass61,225 miles (+6,615)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    61,225 miles
    Test number
    630792587270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    54,610 miles
    Test number
    362230516192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T213 MTW

Does T213 MTW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T213 MTW expired on 15 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T213 MTW?
The MOT on T213 MTW expired on 15 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T213 MTW done?
T213 MTW was recorded at 106,512 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2024, an average of 2,873 miles a year.
Has T213 MTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T213 MTW has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T213 MTW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 May 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T213 MTW find?
T213 MTW passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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