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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,840 cc

T21 MXVMOT history

T21 MXV is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 25 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 4 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 83,107 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Apr 2027
Mileage
83,107 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,984 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T21 MXV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
25 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T21 MXV was last recorded at 83,107 miles on 21 Mar 2026, 373 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,734 miles · 5 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
373 miles
Average per year
1,984 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,107 miles
  • 2025 – 82,734 miles
  • 2024 – 82,349 miles
  • 2023 – 82,189 miles
  • 2022 – 82,055 miles
  • 2021 – 81,557 miles
  • 2019 – 81,435 miles
  • 2018 – 80,647 miles
  • 2017 – 80,141 miles
  • 2016 – 79,132 miles
  • 2015 – 78,012 miles
  • 2014 – 77,247 miles
  • 2013 – 76,169 miles
  • 2012 – 74,687 miles
  • 2011 – 74,470 miles
  • 2010 – 73,838 miles
  • 2009 – 69,733 miles
  • 2008 – 62,581 miles
  • 2007 – 57,437 miles
  • 2006 – 48,860 miles
  • 2005 – 42,791 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,107 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.

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2009

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2009

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside front brake binding slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

32 tests since 23 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,107 miles (+373)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    83,107 miles
    Test number
    454438304496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass82,734 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    82,734 miles
    Test number
    397782258629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail82,669 miles (+320)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,669 miles
    Test number
    964687624622
    • 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))

  4. Pass82,349 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    82,349 miles
    Test number
    563231321808
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail82,349 miles (+160)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,349 miles
    Test number
    757901425134
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass82,189 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    82,189 miles
    Test number
    442401349010
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Under of vehicle has been undersealed making full inspection of brake pipes and suspension not possible. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases gasket to CAT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside washer jet 1 of 2 not working on O/S but screen clears

  7. Fail82,189 miles (+134)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,189 miles
    Test number
    481034355726
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached Wishbone fixing loose, repair carried out as PRS following test (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Under of vehicle has been undersealed making full inspection of brake pipes and suspension not possible. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases gasket to CAT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside washer jet 1 of 2 not working on O/S but screen clears

  8. Pass82,055 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    82,055 miles
    Test number
    824844604396
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail82,051 miles (+494)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,051 miles
    Test number
    350128555705
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass81,557 miles (+122)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    81,557 miles
    Test number
    746570471683
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and small hole in o/s centre floors to sill BORDERLINE
    • AdvisoryCorrosion o/s/r sill/wheel arch
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on o/s/f chassis rail under wheel arch

  11. Pass81,435 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    81,435 miles
    Test number
    660263698158
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Fail81,435 miles (+788)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,435 miles
    Test number
    803122643746
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass80,647 miles (+506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    80,647 miles
    Test number
    637168604797
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake binding slightly

  14. Pass80,141 miles (+1,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    80,141 miles
    Test number
    689216638577
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside rear outer sill, (prescribed areas unaffected)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake binding slightly

  15. Pass79,132 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    79,132 miles
    Test number
    682444385284
    • AdvisoryPrevious repairs to o/s/r outer sill

  16. Fail79,132 miles (+1,120)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,132 miles
    Test number
    602248429131
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill holed and corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryPrevious repairs to o/s/r outer sill

  17. Pass78,012 miles (+765)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    78,012 miles
    Test number
    677397588653
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to outer sills
    • AdvisorySlight blow on exhaust joints

  18. Pass77,247 miles (+1,078)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    77,247 miles
    Test number
    995532134234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,169 miles (+1,482)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    76,169 miles
    Test number
    857825733226
    • NoteVarious marks and scratches vehicle and alloys
    • NoteVehicle undersealed front to rear

  20. Pass74,687 miles (+217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    74,687 miles
    Test number
    849144132244
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass74,470 miles (+632)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    74,470 miles
    Test number
    197860651236
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR DISC RUSTY EFFICIENCY OK

  22. Pass73,838 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    73,838 miles
    Test number
    384824740417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail73,821 miles (+4,088)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,821 miles
    Test number
    532117130203
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteOFFSIDE OUTER REAR DISC FACE SLIGHT PITTING

  24. Pass69,733 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    69,733 miles
    Test number
    380366449245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  25. Fail69,733 miles (+7,152)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,733 miles
    Test number
    743315449264
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  26. Pass62,581 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    62,581 miles
    Test number
    323775848205
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteHandbrake high
    • NoteRear tyres crcked outer walls

  27. Fail62,579 miles (+5,142)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,579 miles
    Test number
    292175048200
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteHandbrake high
    • NoteRear tyres crcked outer walls

  28. Pass57,437 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    57,437 miles
    Test number
    643937747295
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  29. Fail57,435 miles (+8,575)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,435 miles
    Test number
    431756547206
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  30. Pass48,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    48,860 miles
    Test number
    970555546222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail48,860 miles (+6,069)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,860 miles
    Test number
    462463646230
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust knocking on n/s/r subfame

  32. Pass42,791 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    42,791 miles
    Test number
    764957325367
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T21 MXV

Does T21 MXV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T21 MXV is valid until 4 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T21 MXV?
The MOT on T21 MXV is valid until 4 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T21 MXV done?
T21 MXV was recorded at 83,107 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2026, an average of 1,984 miles a year.
Has T21 MXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T21 MXV has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T21 MXV 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 T21 MXV find?
T21 MXV passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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