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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,839 cc

T23 MXVMOT history

T23 MXV is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 3 Aug 2000. Its MOT expired on 21 May 2024 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 83,262 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 May 2024
Mileage
83,262 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,111 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 MXV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
3 Aug 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 May 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T23 MXV was last recorded at 83,262 miles on 24 Oct 2024, 888 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,374 miles · 22 May 2023
Between the last two tests
888 miles
Average per year
3,111 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 83,262 miles
  • 2023 – 82,374 miles
  • 2022 – 82,075 miles
  • 2021 – 81,012 miles
  • 2020 – 79,610 miles
  • 2019 – 78,370 miles
  • 2018 – 75,156 miles
  • 2017 – 71,421 miles
  • 2016 – 67,909 miles
  • 2015 – 62,228 miles
  • 2014 – 58,788 miles
  • 2013 – 54,951 miles
  • 2012 – 51,279 miles
  • 2011 – 47,386 miles
  • 2010 – 42,467 miles
  • 2009 – 37,453 miles
  • 2008 – 33,830 miles
  • 2007 – 29,575 miles
  • 2006 – 25,533 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail83,262 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail83,262 miles (+888)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,262 miles
    Test number
    341673648365
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass82,374 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    82,374 miles
    Test number
    296620689266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail82,353 miles (+278)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,353 miles
    Test number
    554013809410
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front upper wishbones corroded
    • AdvisoryRear nearside & offside outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear nearside & offside upper and lower suspension wishbones corroded

  4. Pass82,075 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    82,075 miles
    Test number
    349175191114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail82,075 miles (+1,063)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,075 miles
    Test number
    729427157105
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass81,012 miles (+1,402)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    81,012 miles
    Test number
    467260693629
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass79,610 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    79,610 miles
    Test number
    164081799362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail79,608 miles (+1,238)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,608 miles
    Test number
    523334529264
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass78,370 miles (+3,214)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,370 miles
    Test number
    945241261554
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp damage and reverse light not working

  10. Pass75,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    75,156 miles
    Test number
    208518540261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail75,156 miles (+3,735)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,156 miles
    Test number
    293532738660
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded anti roll bar mounting point (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mounting point area unable to fully see due to covers fitted (2.4.A.3)

  12. Pass71,421 miles (+3,512)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    71,421 miles
    Test number
    876824879067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    67,909 miles
    Test number
    367234073360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail67,909 miles (+5,681)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,909 miles
    Test number
    452406528303
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking brake caliper area (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill floor area (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking brake caliper area (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill floor area (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  15. Pass62,228 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    62,228 miles
    Test number
    129811495028
    • 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)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres slightly perished

  16. Fail62,228 miles (+3,440)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,228 miles
    Test number
    935530295049
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • 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)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres slightly perished
    • NoteOffside front brake slightly binding

  17. Pass58,788 miles (+3,837)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    58,788 miles
    Test number
    557451294006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,951 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    54,951 miles
    Test number
    175377783040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail54,951 miles (+3,672)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,951 miles
    Test number
    828975483059
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass51,279 miles (+3,893)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    51,279 miles
    Test number
    126067182447
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  21. Pass47,386 miles (+4,919)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    47,386 miles
    Test number
    106784591090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail42,467 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,467 miles
    Test number
    143614670457
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  23. Pass42,467 miles (+5,014)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    42,467 miles
    Test number
    620734070027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    37,453 miles
    Test number
    654249399045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,453 miles (+3,623)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    37,453 miles
    Test number
    641567099069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass33,830 miles (+4,255)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    33,830 miles
    Test number
    563653898023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass29,575 miles (+4,042)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    29,575 miles
    Test number
    142035597428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    25,533 miles
    Test number
    172645496440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T23 MXV

Does T23 MXV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T23 MXV expired on 21 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T23 MXV?
The MOT on T23 MXV expired on 21 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T23 MXV done?
T23 MXV was recorded at 83,262 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2024, an average of 3,111 miles a year.
Has T23 MXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 MXV has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T23 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 T23 MXV find?
T23 MXV failed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2024 with 1 major defect: nearside rear integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced.

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