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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,999 cc

T23 PRTMOT history

T23 PRT is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 72,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
72,485 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,143 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 PRT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 PRT was last recorded at 72,485 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 332 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,153 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
332 miles
Average per year
3,143 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 72,485 miles
  • 2024 – 72,153 miles
  • 2023 – 72,122 miles
  • 2022 – 71,327 miles
  • 2021 – 64,206 miles
  • 2020 – 62,575 miles
  • 2019 – 59,721 miles
  • 2018 – 59,312 miles
  • 2017 – 58,904 miles
  • 2016 – 58,299 miles
  • 2015 – 57,131 miles
  • 2014 – 55,649 miles
  • 2013 – 52,051 miles
  • 2012 – 45,526 miles
  • 2011 – 39,564 miles
  • 2010 – 33,303 miles
  • 2009 – 27,665 miles
  • 2008 – 19,449 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,485 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corossion

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,485 miles (+332)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    72,485 miles
    Test number
    472961935622
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corossion

  2. Pass72,153 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    72,153 miles
    Test number
    997815266456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail72,135 miles (+13)2 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,135 miles
    Test number
    906609786427
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule pipe part (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear backplate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule pipe part (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear backplate corroded
    • AdvisoryRear 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))
    • AdvisorySill trims fitted

  4. Pass72,122 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    72,122 miles
    Test number
    777888818695
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail72,099 miles (+772)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,099 miles
    Test number
    703964080403
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass71,327 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    71,327 miles
    Test number
    673216241275
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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))

  7. Fail71,327 miles (+7,121)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,327 miles
    Test number
    874524978264
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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))

  8. Pass64,206 miles (+1,631)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    64,206 miles
    Test number
    676041910390
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced end of sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced end of sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear underside of vehicle suffering from light corrosion

  9. Pass62,575 miles (+2,854)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    62,575 miles
    Test number
    323724769135
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass59,721 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    59,721 miles
    Test number
    791328685832
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail59,713 miles (+401)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,713 miles
    Test number
    431951480265
    • MajorNearside Rear 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 Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass59,312 miles (+408)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    59,312 miles
    Test number
    675773982596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,904 miles (+605)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    58,904 miles
    Test number
    212384213565
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame building up corrosion

  14. Pass58,299 miles (+1,168)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    58,299 miles
    Test number
    233194024765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,131 miles (+1,482)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    57,131 miles
    Test number
    298653875111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,649 miles (+3,598)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    55,649 miles
    Test number
    547176174194
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  17. Pass52,051 miles (+6,525)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    52,051 miles
    Test number
    396616793415
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVarious spots of corrosion under vehicle

  18. Pass45,526 miles (+5,962)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    45,526 miles
    Test number
    656496102317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail39,564 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,564 miles
    Test number
    196241711327
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass39,564 miles (+6,261)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    39,564 miles
    Test number
    688101811374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,303 miles (+5,638)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    33,303 miles
    Test number
    153227410359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,665 miles (+8,034)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    27,665 miles
    Test number
    484896419429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,631 miles (+182)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    19,631 miles
    Test number
    423106109022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail19,449 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,449 miles
    Test number
    711484068377
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T23 PRT

Does T23 PRT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T23 PRT is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T23 PRT?
The MOT on T23 PRT is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T23 PRT done?
T23 PRT was recorded at 72,485 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 3,143 miles a year.
Has T23 PRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 PRT has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T23 PRT 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 PRT find?
T23 PRT passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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