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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T280 LOEMOT history

T280 LOE is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 151,624 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2023
Mileage
151,624 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,587 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T280 LOE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T280 LOE was last recorded at 151,624 miles on 28 Jan 2022, 773 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,851 miles · 31 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
773 miles
Average per year
6,587 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 151,624 miles
  • 2021 – 150,851 miles
  • 2020 – 141,158 miles
  • 2019 – 139,110 miles
  • 2018 – 138,953 miles
  • 2017 – 138,830 miles
  • 2016 – 138,538 miles
  • 2015 – 137,811 miles
  • 2014 – 134,753 miles
  • 2013 – 126,692 miles
  • 2012 – 126,662 miles
  • 2011 – 109,705 miles
  • 2010 – 96,107 miles
  • 2009 – 82,419 miles
  • 2008 – 68,792 miles
  • 2007 – 57,266 miles
  • 2006 – 50,216 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,624 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp lence opaque
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp lence opaque
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,624 miles (+773)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    151,624 miles
    Test number
    535008648618
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp lence opaque
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp lence opaque
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail150,851 miles (+9,693)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,851 miles
    Test number
    625367745232
    • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill, within 30cm of seat mounting. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive From engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass141,158 miles (+2,048)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    141,158 miles
    Test number
    332690390883
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust section corroded at joints and required soon

  4. Pass139,110 miles (+157)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    139,110 miles
    Test number
    215301469294
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCenter brake not working

  5. Pass138,953 miles (+123)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    138,953 miles
    Test number
    387223077405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass138,830 miles (+292)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    138,830 miles
    Test number
    548033537358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill,rear (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryN/s washer jet partially blocked

  7. Pass138,538 miles (+727)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    138,538 miles
    Test number
    889259728622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass137,811 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    137,811 miles
    Test number
    108234385141
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  9. Fail137,811 miles (+3,058)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,811 miles
    Test number
    656644585128
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  10. Pass134,753 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    134,753 miles
    Test number
    235894684173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  11. Fail134,753 miles (+8,061)2 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,753 miles
    Test number
    925823484131
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  12. Fail126,692 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,692 miles
    Test number
    245926883494
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.3.2d)

  13. Pass126,692 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    126,692 miles
    Test number
    787666783138
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.3.2d)

  14. Fail126,662 miles (+16,957)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,662 miles
    Test number
    699204252379
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass109,705 miles (+13,598)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    109,705 miles
    Test number
    955296851303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass96,107 miles (+13,688)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    96,107 miles
    Test number
    933209740326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,419 miles (+13,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    82,419 miles
    Test number
    781080859383
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass68,792 miles (+11,526)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    68,792 miles
    Test number
    303752258379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,266 miles (+7,050)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    57,266 miles
    Test number
    802333857245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    50,216 miles
    Test number
    220649246283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,213 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,213 miles
    Test number
    701799146288
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T280 LOE

Does T280 LOE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T280 LOE expired on 30 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T280 LOE?
The MOT on T280 LOE expired on 30 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T280 LOE done?
T280 LOE was recorded at 151,624 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2022, an average of 6,587 miles a year.
Has T280 LOE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T280 LOE has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T280 LOE 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 T280 LOE find?
T280 LOE passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2022 with 6 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front headlamp lence opaque; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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