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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T248 DBFMOT history

T248 DBF is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 27 MOT tests, with 73,327 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2027
Mileage
73,327 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
22 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,315 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T248 DBF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T248 DBF was last recorded at 73,327 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 3,619 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Oct 2017: 40,263 miles, lower than 85,958 miles on 5 Oct 2016.

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
69,708 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,619 miles
Average per year
1,315 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,327 miles
  • 2025 – 69,708 miles
  • 2024 – 66,423 miles
  • 2023 – 62,553 miles
  • 2022 – 59,316 miles
  • 2021 – 54,832 miles
  • 2020 – 51,332 miles
  • 2019 – 49,541 miles
  • 2018 – 45,189 miles
  • 2017 – 40,263 miles
  • 2016 – 85,958 miles
  • 2015 – 80,997 miles
  • 2014 – 76,837 miles
  • 2013 – 72,178 miles
  • 2012 – 70,584 miles
  • 2011 – 68,824 miles
  • 2010 – 66,603 miles
  • 2009 – 65,847 miles
  • 2008 – 60,053 miles
  • 2007 – 49,857 miles
  • 2006 – 48,324 miles
  • 2005 – 45,734 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,327 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,327 miles (+3,619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    73,327 miles
    Test number
    755366945299
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass69,708 miles (+3,285)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    69,708 miles
    Test number
    900205518882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass66,423 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    66,423 miles
    Test number
    958960297779
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail66,404 miles (+3,851)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,404 miles
    Test number
    925216289464
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced back of sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass62,553 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    62,553 miles
    Test number
    670983255616
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail62,530 miles (+3,214)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,530 miles
    Test number
    349426275006
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt missing out of bracket (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass59,316 miles (+4,484)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    59,316 miles
    Test number
    917727949016
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass54,832 miles (+3,500)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    54,832 miles
    Test number
    425697464135
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass51,332 miles (+1,791)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    51,332 miles
    Test number
    984527024359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass49,541 miles (+4,352)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    49,541 miles
    Test number
    958804553171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,189 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    45,189 miles
    Test number
    303177539080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail45,156 miles (+4,893)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,156 miles
    Test number
    825052174055
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  13. Pass40,263 miles (-45,695)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    40,263 miles
    Test number
    361571817230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,958 miles (+4,961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    85,958 miles
    Test number
    839335359600
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass80,997 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    80,997 miles
    Test number
    848843187067
    • AdvisoryOffside screenwasher could be better

  16. Fail80,997 miles (+4,160)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,997 miles
    Test number
    935284004955
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside screenwasher could be better

  17. Pass76,837 miles (+4,659)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    76,837 miles
    Test number
    776149584227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass72,178 miles (+1,594)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    72,178 miles
    Test number
    896147393239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,584 miles (+1,760)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    70,584 miles
    Test number
    537796592269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass68,824 miles (+2,221)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    68,824 miles
    Test number
    465226381207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,603 miles (+756)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    66,603 miles
    Test number
    274119890289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass65,847 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    65,847 miles
    Test number
    582773699264
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront tyres perished

  23. Fail65,847 miles (+5,794)3 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,847 miles
    Test number
    312693099415
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront tyres perished

  24. Pass60,053 miles (+10,196)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    60,053 miles
    Test number
    674886658244
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass49,857 miles (+1,533)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    49,857 miles
    Test number
    333057727463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass48,324 miles (+2,590)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    48,324 miles
    Test number
    822038076260
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass45,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    45,734 miles
    Test number
    892524385259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T248 DBF

Does T248 DBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T248 DBF is valid until 30 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T248 DBF?
The MOT on T248 DBF is valid until 30 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T248 DBF done?
T248 DBF was recorded at 73,327 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 1,315 miles a year.
Has T248 DBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T248 DBF has failed 5 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T248 DBF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Oct 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T248 DBF find?
T248 DBF passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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