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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T249 LRNMOT history

T249 LRN is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 80,137 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Mar 2025
Mileage
80,137 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,809 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T249 LRN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T249 LRN was last recorded at 80,137 miles on 28 Jan 2025, 3,263 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,874 miles · 20 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
3,263 miles
Average per year
2,809 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,137 miles
  • 2024 – 76,874 miles
  • 2023 – 71,195 miles
  • 2022 – 68,691 miles
  • 2021 – 66,672 miles
  • 2020 – 64,643 miles
  • 2019 – 62,651 miles
  • 2018 – 59,998 miles
  • 2017 – 57,341 miles
  • 2016 – 54,704 miles
  • 2015 – 51,896 miles
  • 2014 – 49,294 miles
  • 2013 – 46,533 miles
  • 2012 – 44,153 miles
  • 2011 – 41,414 miles
  • 2010 – 38,785 miles
  • 2009 – 35,400 miles
  • 2008 – 32,141 miles
  • 2007 – 28,460 miles
  • 2006 – 27,438 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail80,137 miles
  • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Rear Braking system leaking brake caliper (1.1.3 (d))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting boot floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BOTH (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGENERAL UNDERBODY CORROSION

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail80,137 miles (+3,263)2 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,137 miles
    Test number
    941156443153
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Braking system leaking brake caliper (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting boot floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BOTH (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGENERAL UNDERBODY CORROSION

  2. Pass76,874 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    76,874 miles
    Test number
    387729193890
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear boot floor holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underbody

  3. Fail76,874 miles (+5,679)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,874 miles
    Test number
    388252681717
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear boot floor holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underbody

  4. Pass71,195 miles (+46)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    71,195 miles
    Test number
    738533102336
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT WINGS TO SILL AREAR HEAVY CORROSION
    • AdvisoryFRONT TYRES SCRUBBING AND WERAING LOW
    • AdvisoryFront NUMBER PLATE DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryGENERAL CORROSION TO UNDER BODY TO ALL SUSPENSION PARTS FRONT AND REAR
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear LENS CRACKED
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAKS
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear BACK ARCH CORRODED

  5. Fail71,149 miles (+2,458)2 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,149 miles
    Test number
    190870830411
    • DangerousNearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired BOTH INNER AND OUT SILL HOLED AND CORRODED (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired BOTH INNER AND OUTER SILL HOLED AND CORRODED (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits TRIED 3 TIMES (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Headlamp light intensity severely reduced BOTH DEFFUSED PATTON (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ALSO PLAY IN IT (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYTRES SCRUBBING ON INNER EDGE OFFSIDE FRONT WORST
    • AdvisoryENIGE OIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryFront NUMBER PLATE DAMAGED AND G B ON IT
    • AdvisoryHEAVY CORROSION TO ALL UNDER BODY TO ALL SUSPENSION PARTS FRONT AND REAR AND EXHAUST
    • AdvisoryHEAVY CORROSION TO BOTH FRONT WHEEL ARCHES TO SILL
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear LAMP CRACKED
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear BACK ARCH HEAVY CORROSION

  6. Pass68,691 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    68,691 miles
    Test number
    405678208262
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail68,688 miles (+2,016)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,688 miles
    Test number
    540086028429
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass66,672 miles (+2,029)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    66,672 miles
    Test number
    870636905776
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass64,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    64,643 miles
    Test number
    339724252197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail64,643 miles (+1,992)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,643 miles
    Test number
    321482164199
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting battery tray (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass62,651 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    62,651 miles
    Test number
    246737220739
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail62,651 miles (+2,653)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,651 miles
    Test number
    606138301600
    • DangerousNearside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chasis (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass59,998 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    59,998 miles
    Test number
    163217851668
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail59,996 miles (+2,655)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,996 miles
    Test number
    720773541961
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass57,341 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    57,341 miles
    Test number
    705367163895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chasis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chasis (6.1.B.2)

  16. Fail57,341 miles (+2,637)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,341 miles
    Test number
    398576429102
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chasis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chasis (6.1.B.2)

  17. Pass54,704 miles (+2,808)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    54,704 miles
    Test number
    842021757947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,896 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,896 miles
    Test number
    326686165021
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail51,896 miles (+2,602)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,896 miles
    Test number
    999896365060
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass49,294 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    49,294 miles
    Test number
    118565264057
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll underbody has slight surface corrosion
    • NoteFront inner pads starting to wear
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteOffside outer sill corroded
    • NoteRear brake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded

  21. Fail49,294 miles (+2,761)1 repaired7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,294 miles
    Test number
    278185164095
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll underbody has slight surface corrosion
    • NoteFront inner pads starting to wear
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteOffside outer sill corroded
    • NoteRear brake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded

  22. Pass46,533 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    46,533 miles
    Test number
    587565963008
    • NoteBrake pipes corroding
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorating
    • NoteLower covers
    • NoteUnderbody corroded

  23. Fail45,533 miles (+1,380)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,533 miles
    Test number
    626285863062
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pipes corroding
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorating
    • NoteLower covers
    • NoteUnderbody corroded

  24. Pass44,153 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    44,153 miles
    Test number
    845858662046
    • NoteBoth o/s tyres wearing
    • NoteBrake pipes corroded
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorated
    • NoteLower covers

  25. Fail44,153 miles (+2,739)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,153 miles
    Test number
    459428862013
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • NoteBoth o/s tyres wearing
    • NoteBrake pipes corroded
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorated
    • NoteLower covers

  26. Pass41,414 miles (+2,629)1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,414 miles
    Test number
    129610471405
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteAll flexi hose ferrules starting to corrode
    • NoteBoth o/s tyres tread splitting
    • NoteExhaust starting to deteriorate
    • NoteLower covers fitted
    • NoteN/s side repeator slightly insecure
    • NoteRear anti-roll bar corroded
    • NoteRear brake pipes starting to corrode

  27. Pass38,785 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    38,785 miles
    Test number
    363260570039
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteAll underbody starting to corrode
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill starting to blister

  28. Fail38,785 miles (+3,385)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,785 miles
    Test number
    830680970047
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteAll underbody starting to corrode
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill starting to blister

  29. Pass35,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    35,400 miles
    Test number
    150669969438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail35,400 miles (+3,259)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,400 miles
    Test number
    183179669411
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteLower engine covers fitted concealing components
    • NoteOff side front and both near side outer tyre walls deteriating and starting to split

  31. Pass32,141 miles (+3,681)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    32,141 miles
    Test number
    323872478035
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteTyre walls starting to crack

  32. Pass28,460 miles (+1,022)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    28,460 miles
    Test number
    183411177496
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  33. Pass27,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    27,438 miles
    Test number
    211102226142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T249 LRN

Does T249 LRN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T249 LRN expired on 22 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T249 LRN?
The MOT on T249 LRN expired on 22 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T249 LRN done?
T249 LRN was recorded at 80,137 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2025, an average of 2,809 miles a year.
Has T249 LRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T249 LRN has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T249 LRN 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 T249 LRN find?
T249 LRN failed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 6 major defects and 4 advisories: front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; brake performance unable to be tested, and 9 more.

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