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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T286 GUBMOT history

T286 GUB is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 10 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Nov 2025 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 196,901 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Nov 2025
Mileage
196,901 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2024
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T286 GUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T286 GUB was last recorded at 196,901 miles on 6 Nov 2024, 14,105 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,796 miles · 3 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
14,105 miles
Average per year
6,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 196,901 miles
  • 2023 – 182,796 miles
  • 2022 – 168,308 miles
  • 2021 – 148,569 miles
  • 2020 – 146,711 miles
  • 2018 – 144,961 miles
  • 2017 – 143,425 miles
  • 2016 – 139,704 miles
  • 2015 – 136,102 miles
  • 2014 – 131,012 miles
  • 2013 – 126,146 miles
  • 2012 – 121,101 miles
  • 2011 – 115,565 miles
  • 2010 – 112,552 miles
  • 2009 – 106,241 miles
  • 2008 – 99,511 miles
  • 2007 – 92,549 miles
  • 2006 – 83,950 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,901 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront misted lens both sides

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,901 miles (+14,105)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    196,901 miles
    Test number
    924029537566
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront misted lens both sides

  2. Pass182,796 miles (+14,488)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    182,796 miles
    Test number
    316205643822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass168,308 miles (+209)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    168,308 miles
    Test number
    129878537251
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHas slight corrosion under body, sills and chassis
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been welded on sills and chassis

  4. Fail168,099 miles (+7)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,099 miles
    Test number
    693951430484
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body panel slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail168,092 miles (+19,523)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,092 miles
    Test number
    994099679103
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body panel slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass148,569 miles (+3)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    148,569 miles
    Test number
    504837844298
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion throughout under side

  7. Fail148,566 miles (+1,855)7 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,566 miles
    Test number
    965690153431
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion throughout under side

  8. Pass146,711 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    146,711 miles
    Test number
    471971979154
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail146,706 miles (+1,745)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,706 miles
    Test number
    910320046047
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass144,961 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    144,961 miles
    Test number
    757173932576
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases BOX (7.1.2)

  11. Fail144,961 miles (+1,536)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,961 miles
    Test number
    373834731052
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases BOX (7.1.2)

  12. Pass143,425 miles (+3,721)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    143,425 miles
    Test number
    100995756284
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion arches (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass139,704 miles (+3,602)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    139,704 miles
    Test number
    990499055147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass136,102 miles (+5,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    136,102 miles
    Test number
    478859295016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass131,012 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    131,012 miles
    Test number
    988893864038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  16. Fail131,012 miles (+4,866)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,012 miles
    Test number
    549033164065
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  17. Pass126,146 miles (+46)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    126,146 miles
    Test number
    147530573465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Fail126,100 miles (+4,999)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,100 miles
    Test number
    986666863080
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass121,101 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    121,101 miles
    Test number
    878755962023
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear disc pitted and rusty

  20. Fail121,101 miles (+5,536)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,101 miles
    Test number
    687615062061
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear disc pitted and rusty

  21. Pass115,565 miles (+2)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    115,565 miles
    Test number
    229656951001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs slighty pitted

  22. Fail115,563 miles (+3,011)4 failures9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,563 miles
    Test number
    259493451084
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs slighty pitted

  23. Pass112,552 miles (+6,311)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    112,552 miles
    Test number
    321257760069
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass106,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    106,241 miles
    Test number
    153992479018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail106,241 miles (+6,730)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,241 miles
    Test number
    631031479084
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass99,511 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    99,511 miles
    Test number
    662473478069
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Fail99,511 miles (+6,962)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,511 miles
    Test number
    132733978467
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass92,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    92,549 miles
    Test number
    122682877094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail92,549 miles (+8,599)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,549 miles
    Test number
    861852377036
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres in poor condition

  30. Fail83,950 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,950 miles
    Test number
    400475876018
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  31. Pass83,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    83,950 miles
    Test number
    812245876076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T286 GUB

Does T286 GUB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T286 GUB expired on 9 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T286 GUB?
The MOT on T286 GUB expired on 9 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T286 GUB done?
T286 GUB was recorded at 196,901 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2024, an average of 6,058 miles a year.
Has T286 GUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T286 GUB has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T286 GUB 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 T286 GUB find?
T286 GUB passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2024 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides, and 1 more.

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