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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T230 TVMMOT history

T230 TVM is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Mar 2026 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 102,768 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Mar 2026
Mileage
102,768 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2025
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,492 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T230 TVM
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T230 TVM was last recorded at 102,768 miles on 24 Mar 2025, 160 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Jan 2011: 74,547 miles, lower than 130,726 miles on 7 Jan 2010.

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
102,608 miles · 12 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
160 miles
Average per year
3,492 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 102,768 miles
  • 2021 – 102,608 miles
  • 2020 – 100,911 miles
  • 2018 – 95,843 miles
  • 2017 – 95,810 miles
  • 2016 – 95,325 miles
  • 2015 – 94,851 miles
  • 2014 – 94,270 miles
  • 2013 – 94,212 miles
  • 2012 – 86,499 miles
  • 2011 – 79,411 miles
  • 2010 – 130,726 miles
  • 2009 – 54,176 miles
  • 2008 – 38,602 miles
  • 2007 – 36,896 miles
  • 2006 – 36,732 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,768 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

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)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • All shocker absorbers have slight corrosion.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,768 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    102,768 miles
    Test number
    441310806959
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  2. Fail102,768 miles (+160)1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,768 miles
    Test number
    996122762017
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  3. Pass102,608 miles (+228)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    102,608 miles
    Test number
    845339291037
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail102,380 miles (+1,469)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,380 miles
    Test number
    590300715318
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis box section holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged tyre inner wall slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass100,911 miles (+25)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    100,911 miles
    Test number
    924475876457
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll shocker absorbers have slight corrosion.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Anti roll bar. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Centre sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail100,886 miles (+5,043)5 major4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,886 miles
    Test number
    996209637454
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to rough running. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll shocker absorbers have slight corrosion.
    • AdvisoryExhaust rattle.Catalyst loose.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Anti roll bar. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Centre sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass95,843 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    95,843 miles
    Test number
    918625234590
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs pitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Fail95,842 miles (+32)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,842 miles
    Test number
    802186804342
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill panels (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass95,810 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    95,810 miles
    Test number
    767307668884
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in nearside rear inner sill

  10. Fail95,810 miles (+485)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,810 miles
    Test number
    112302181865
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort both parking (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in nearside rear inner sill

  11. Pass95,325 miles (+32)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    95,325 miles
    Test number
    555160814874
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension and brake components getting abit corroded and subframes
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside starting to get abit corroded in places
    • AdvisoryN/S/R end outer sill lower edge areas getting abit corroded
    • AdvisoryN/S/R metal b/pipe abit corroded at end area
    • AdvisoryN/S/R p/brake performance abit low
    • AdvisoryRear end inner sill areas abit corroded

  12. Fail95,293 miles (+442)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,293 miles
    Test number
    370574966281
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension and brake components getting abit corroded and subframes
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside starting to get abit corroded in places
    • AdvisoryN/S/R end outer sill lower edge areas getting abit corroded
    • AdvisoryN/S/R metal b/pipe abit corroded at end area
    • AdvisoryN/S/R p/brake performance abit low
    • AdvisoryRear end inner sill areas abit corroded

  13. Pass94,851 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    94,851 miles
    Test number
    297965255451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail94,839 miles (+569)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,839 miles
    Test number
    388014655167
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass94,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    94,270 miles
    Test number
    498068254112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail94,270 miles (+58)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,270 miles
    Test number
    737705854114
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Fail94,212 miles (+7,713)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,212 miles
    Test number
    388904953344
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  18. Pass86,499 miles (+7,088)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    86,499 miles
    Test number
    986152852369
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Pass79,411 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    79,411 miles
    Test number
    977621741332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail79,397 miles (+4,850)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,397 miles
    Test number
    315779831305
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass74,547 miles (-56,179)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    74,547 miles
    Test number
    435705601054
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteRear brake discs in poor condition

  22. Pass130,726 miles (+76,550)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    130,726 miles
    Test number
    133157900496
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • 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)

  23. Pass54,176 miles (+15,574)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    54,176 miles
    Test number
    603626809017
    • NoteFront inner brake pads look low
    • NoteO/s front brake disc inner face slightly scored and corroded
    • NoteParking permit in windscreen
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low
    • NoteRear tyres slightly perished in tread

  24. Pass38,602 miles (+1,706)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    38,602 miles
    Test number
    921108508095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,896 miles (+164)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    36,896 miles
    Test number
    483668627121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    36,732 miles
    Test number
    942331826190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T230 TVM

Does T230 TVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T230 TVM expired on 23 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T230 TVM?
The MOT on T230 TVM expired on 23 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T230 TVM done?
T230 TVM was recorded at 102,768 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2025, an average of 3,492 miles a year.
Has T230 TVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T230 TVM has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T230 TVM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Jan 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T230 TVM find?
T230 TVM passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2025 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 7 more.

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