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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T277 SAAMOT history

T277 SAA is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Apr 2024 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 140,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Apr 2024
Mileage
140,280 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2023
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,313 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T277 SAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T277 SAA was last recorded at 140,280 miles on 8 Apr 2023, 2,272 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,008 miles · 30 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
2,272 miles
Average per year
3,313 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 140,280 miles
  • 2020 – 138,008 miles
  • 2019 – 129,483 miles
  • 2018 – 122,028 miles
  • 2017 – 119,531 miles
  • 2016 – 119,041 miles
  • 2015 – 118,500 miles
  • 2014 – 117,467 miles
  • 2013 – 116,492 miles
  • 2012 – 114,941 miles
  • 2011 – 110,299 miles
  • 2010 – 106,218 miles
  • 2009 – 102,113 miles
  • 2007 – 95,352 miles
  • 2006 – 85,933 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,280 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryGeneral rust body and underside
  • AdvisoryWashers weak

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 Front brake sticking slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • General corrosion to vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,280 miles (+2,272)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    140,280 miles
    Test number
    139108821010
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral rust body and underside
    • AdvisoryWashers weak

  2. Pass138,008 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    138,008 miles
    Test number
    999324090713
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and rear both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side generally corroded

  3. Fail138,008 miles (+8,525)3 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,008 miles
    Test number
    745649461550
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and rear both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side generally corroded

  4. Pass129,483 miles (+115)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    129,483 miles
    Test number
    846124876396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail129,368 miles (+7,340)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,368 miles
    Test number
    665091512573
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass122,028 miles (+62)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    122,028 miles
    Test number
    233237606930
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake sticking slightly
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to vehicle

  7. Fail121,966 miles (+2,435)1 dangerous4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,966 miles
    Test number
    589507847423
    • DangerousNearside Front tyre devoid of tread on edges.
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake sticking slightly
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  8. Pass119,531 miles (+490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    119,531 miles
    Test number
    920750639382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit perrished and cracking (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass119,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    119,041 miles
    Test number
    802112607139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail119,041 miles (+541)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,041 miles
    Test number
    705153148547
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  11. Pass118,500 miles (+6)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    118,500 miles
    Test number
    259608715429
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brakes have a high imbalance

  12. Fail118,494 miles (+1,027)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,494 miles
    Test number
    105658205145
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brakes have a high imbalance

  13. Pass117,467 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    117,467 miles
    Test number
    869985104158
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  14. Fail117,467 miles (+975)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,467 miles
    Test number
    747702704138
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  15. Pass116,492 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    116,492 miles
    Test number
    406076403167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail116,462 miles (+1,521)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,462 miles
    Test number
    738183503105
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass114,941 miles (+4,642)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    114,941 miles
    Test number
    999425912129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass110,299 miles (+4,081)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    110,299 miles
    Test number
    808354781024
    • NoteFront and rear suspension components corroded

  19. Pass106,218 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    106,218 miles
    Test number
    162191680480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail106,144 miles (+4,031)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,144 miles
    Test number
    542394170054
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension components corroded

  21. Pass102,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    102,113 miles
    Test number
    803286489091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail102,113 miles (+6,761)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,113 miles
    Test number
    682174089090
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass95,352 miles (+9,419)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    95,352 miles
    Test number
    973352597208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass85,933 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    85,933 miles
    Test number
    253335916300
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T277 SAA

Does T277 SAA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T277 SAA expired on 7 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T277 SAA?
The MOT on T277 SAA expired on 7 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T277 SAA done?
T277 SAA was recorded at 140,280 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2023, an average of 3,313 miles a year.
Has T277 SAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T277 SAA has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on T277 SAA 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 T277 SAA find?
T277 SAA passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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