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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T241 DAXMOT history

T241 DAX is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 104,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
104,406 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,239 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T241 DAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T241 DAX was last recorded at 104,406 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 3,916 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,490 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,916 miles
Average per year
3,239 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,406 miles
  • 2024 – 100,490 miles
  • 2023 – 97,466 miles
  • 2022 – 93,937 miles
  • 2019 – 82,138 miles
  • 2018 – 76,127 miles
  • 2017 – 70,418 miles
  • 2016 – 65,960 miles
  • 2015 – 62,219 miles
  • 2014 – 61,041 miles
  • 2013 – 59,821 miles
  • 2012 – 58,386 miles
  • 2011 – 57,197 miles
  • 2010 – 53,937 miles
  • 2009 – 49,071 miles
  • 2008 – 48,198 miles
  • 2007 – 43,828 miles
  • 2006 – 40,915 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,406 miles
  • AdvisoryVehicle heavily modified

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.

  • Signs of corrosion and repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass104,406 miles (+3,916)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    104,406 miles
    Test number
    579854452339
    • AdvisoryVehicle heavily modified

  2. Pass100,490 miles (+3,024)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    100,490 miles
    Test number
    755100341101
    • AdvisoryMaintain check on brake hose clearance
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion and repair
    • AdvisoryVehicle very modified

  3. Pass97,466 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    97,466 miles
    Test number
    321143719254
    • AdvisoryExhaust non standard and possibly louder than standard
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion and repair
    • AdvisoryVehicle modified esp front suspension , maintain check on clearance on wheels

  4. Fail97,453 miles (+3,516)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,453 miles
    Test number
    838015658291
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill area not continually welded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper insecure but not likely to fall off
    • AdvisoryExhaust non standard and possibly noisier than original
    • AdvisoryMany areas corroded, some possibly covered
    • AdvisoryOne rear exhaust rubber broken
    • AdvisoryVehicle modified

  5. Pass93,937 miles (+11,799)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    93,937 miles
    Test number
    718606268617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass82,138 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    82,138 miles
    Test number
    317772936610
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail82,138 miles (+6,011)9 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,138 miles
    Test number
    432679718678
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass76,127 miles (+5,709)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    76,127 miles
    Test number
    583920422470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,418 miles (+4,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    70,418 miles
    Test number
    398494683888
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass65,960 miles (+3,741)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    65,960 miles
    Test number
    475634553420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,219 miles (+1,178)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,219 miles
    Test number
    929175775190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,041 miles (+1,220)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    61,041 miles
    Test number
    798684884192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,821 miles (+1,435)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    59,821 miles
    Test number
    195453283187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,386 miles (+1,189)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    58,386 miles
    Test number
    865876382151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,197 miles (+3,260)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    57,197 miles
    Test number
    338866981145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,937 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    53,937 miles
    Test number
    180133930154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail53,913 miles (+4,842)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,913 miles
    Test number
    611111530153
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass49,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    49,071 miles
    Test number
    254608019490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail49,071 miles (+873)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,071 miles
    Test number
    284088819439
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass48,198 miles (+4,370)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    48,198 miles
    Test number
    364886718106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,828 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,828 miles
    Test number
    200504017456
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass43,828 miles (+2,913)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    43,828 miles
    Test number
    301444217194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail40,915 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,915 miles
    Test number
    220338716187
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  24. Pass40,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    40,915 miles
    Test number
    831308016156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T241 DAX

Does T241 DAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T241 DAX is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T241 DAX?
The MOT on T241 DAX is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T241 DAX done?
T241 DAX was recorded at 104,406 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 3,239 miles a year.
Has T241 DAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T241 DAX has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T241 DAX 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 T241 DAX find?
T241 DAX passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: vehicle heavily modified.

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