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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T255 LDBMOT history

T255 LDB is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 70,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Apr 2026
Mileage
70,398 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2025
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,143 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T255 LDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T255 LDB was last recorded at 70,398 miles on 25 Mar 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,393 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
1,143 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 70,398 miles
  • 2024 – 69,871 miles
  • 2023 – 69,226 miles
  • 2022 – 68,557 miles
  • 2021 – 67,758 miles
  • 2019 – 67,356 miles
  • 2018 – 64,559 miles
  • 2017 – 64,491 miles
  • 2016 – 64,472 miles
  • 2015 – 63,177 miles
  • 2014 – 62,374 miles
  • 2013 – 60,838 miles
  • 2012 – 59,671 miles
  • 2011 – 58,324 miles
  • 2010 – 54,457 miles
  • 2009 – 53,150 miles
  • 2008 – 51,516 miles
  • 2007 – 50,442 miles
  • 2006 – 48,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,398 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,398 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    70,398 miles
    Test number
    727011324467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail70,393 miles (+522)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,393 miles
    Test number
    453405816367
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass69,871 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    69,871 miles
    Test number
    737292928533
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail69,869 miles (+643)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,869 miles
    Test number
    619018623990
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass69,226 miles (+669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    69,226 miles
    Test number
    397737401508
    • AdvisorySlight bind and wheels

  6. Pass68,557 miles (+799)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    68,557 miles
    Test number
    320710641875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,758 miles (+402)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    67,758 miles
    Test number
    501420325462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,356 miles (+2,797)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    67,356 miles
    Test number
    774508054550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,559 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    64,559 miles
    Test number
    631684146506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,491 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    64,491 miles
    Test number
    415755421428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,472 miles (+1,295)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    64,472 miles
    Test number
    695743697383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,177 miles (+803)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    63,177 miles
    Test number
    115928905181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,374 miles (+1,536)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,374 miles
    Test number
    378912714185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,838 miles (+1,167)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    60,838 miles
    Test number
    145962623150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,671 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    59,671 miles
    Test number
    676886112117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail59,651 miles (+1,327)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,651 miles
    Test number
    838195612180
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass58,324 miles (+3,867)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    58,324 miles
    Test number
    287953121123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,457 miles (+1,307)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2011
    Odometer
    54,457 miles
    Test number
    202514300452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,150 miles (+1,634)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2010
    Odometer
    53,150 miles
    Test number
    280191229497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,516 miles (+1,074)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    51,516 miles
    Test number
    812062128109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,442 miles (+1,673)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    50,442 miles
    Test number
    304803327163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    48,769 miles
    Test number
    241841016490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T255 LDB

Does T255 LDB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T255 LDB expired on 5 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T255 LDB?
The MOT on T255 LDB expired on 5 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T255 LDB done?
T255 LDB was recorded at 70,398 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2025, an average of 1,143 miles a year.
Has T255 LDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T255 LDB has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T255 LDB 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 T255 LDB find?
T255 LDB passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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