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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T299 LAFMOT history

T299 LAF is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 101,212 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2023
Mileage
101,212 mi
At MOT on 5 Apr 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,391 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T299 LAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T299 LAF was last recorded at 101,212 miles on 5 Apr 2022, 4,578 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Nov 2019: 85,386 miles, lower than 90,437 miles on 5 Nov 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
96,634 miles · 16 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
4,578 miles
Average per year
4,391 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 101,212 miles
  • 2020 – 96,634 miles
  • 2019 – 85,390 miles
  • 2018 – 90,437 miles
  • 2017 – 88,048 miles
  • 2016 – 80,846 miles
  • 2015 – 73,730 miles
  • 2014 – 70,458 miles
  • 2013 – 70,224 miles
  • 2012 – 69,207 miles
  • 2011 – 68,291 miles
  • 2010 – 65,736 miles
  • 2009 – 63,691 miles
  • 2008 – 63,430 miles
  • 2007 – 39,997 miles
  • 2006 – 32,153 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,212 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced A Pillar, outside prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside to Nearside pipe (1.1.11 (c))
  • 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.

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Underside waxoyled

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,212 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    101,212 miles
    Test number
    995204820614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced A Pillar, outside prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside to Nearside pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail101,206 miles (+4,572)5 major2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,206 miles
    Test number
    184046407345
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding Unable to check wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis within front subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor / chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced A Pillar, outside prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside to Nearside pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass96,634 miles (+11,244)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    96,634 miles
    Test number
    351254125743
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass85,390 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    85,390 miles
    Test number
    848440132752
    • AdvisoryHeavy under seal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail85,387 miles (+1)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,387 miles
    Test number
    728521446092
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside waxoyled

  6. Fail85,386 miles (-5,051)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,386 miles
    Test number
    623970798993
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll upper suspension arms corroded but not excessively
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside waxoyled

  7. Pass90,437 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    90,437 miles
    Test number
    483462767920
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvise water leak

  8. Fail90,437 miles (+2,389)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,437 miles
    Test number
    644630651742
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvise water leak

  9. Pass88,048 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    88,048 miles
    Test number
    931458836258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail88,041 miles (+7,195)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,041 miles
    Test number
    548054001326
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  11. Pass80,846 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    80,846 miles
    Test number
    645552113095
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre

  12. Fail80,829 miles (+7,099)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,829 miles
    Test number
    869661205793
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre

  13. Fail73,730 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,730 miles
    Test number
    189238735169
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass73,730 miles (+3,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    73,730 miles
    Test number
    438388635198
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass70,458 miles (+234)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    70,458 miles
    Test number
    285020764453
    • NoteHeavy surface corrosion on all aspects of suspension

  16. Pass70,224 miles (+1,017)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    70,224 miles
    Test number
    827703223172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,207 miles (+916)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    69,207 miles
    Test number
    165841832161
    • NoteNearside rear handbrake performance has just met mot pass standard (recommend service or repair)
    • NoteVehicles underbody heavily undersealed

  18. Pass68,291 miles (+2,555)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    68,291 miles
    Test number
    805536731149
    • AdvisoryFront 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteAll under body steering & suspension components corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished

  19. Pass65,736 miles (+2,045)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    65,736 miles
    Test number
    633761940162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,691 miles (+261)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    63,691 miles
    Test number
    641272419206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,430 miles (+23,433)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    63,430 miles
    Test number
    183959218297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,997 miles (+7,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    39,997 miles
    Test number
    494914297175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass32,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    32,153 miles
    Test number
    681214896188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T299 LAF

Does T299 LAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T299 LAF expired on 4 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T299 LAF?
The MOT on T299 LAF expired on 4 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T299 LAF done?
T299 LAF was recorded at 101,212 miles at its MOT on 5 Apr 2022, an average of 4,391 miles a year.
Has T299 LAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T299 LAF has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T299 LAF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Nov 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T299 LAF find?
T299 LAF passed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2022 with 13 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside front upper suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 10 more.

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