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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T2 MXVMOT history

T2 MXV is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 81,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2026
Mileage
81,979 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T2 MXV
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T2 MXV was last recorded at 81,979 miles on 26 Aug 2025, 115 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,864 miles · 16 May 2024
Between the last two tests
115 miles
Average per year
1,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 81,979 miles
  • 2024 – 81,864 miles
  • 2023 – 81,819 miles
  • 2022 – 81,785 miles
  • 2021 – 81,741 miles
  • 2020 – 81,520 miles
  • 2019 – 81,108 miles
  • 2018 – 81,001 miles
  • 2017 – 79,660 miles
  • 2016 – 77,184 miles
  • 2015 – 74,643 miles
  • 2012 – 73,791 miles
  • 2009 – 71,758 miles
  • 2008 – 68,812 miles
  • 2007 – 64,532 miles
  • 2006 – 60,999 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,979 miles
  • AdvisoryUnder body has been heavily under sealed

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.

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • General corrosion underneath of vehicle

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,979 miles (+115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    81,979 miles
    Test number
    975503688908
    • AdvisoryUnder body has been heavily under sealed

  2. Pass81,864 miles (+45)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    81,864 miles
    Test number
    226238823938
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass81,819 miles (+34)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    81,819 miles
    Test number
    684336203489
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass81,785 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    81,785 miles
    Test number
    150395925320
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass81,741 miles (+221)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    81,741 miles
    Test number
    740139314257
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass81,520 miles (+412)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2021
    Odometer
    81,520 miles
    Test number
    535045561318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,108 miles (+107)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    81,108 miles
    Test number
    315796177123
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around subframes and suspension not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryUnderneath of vehicle undersealed not allowing full inspection of all components

  8. Pass81,001 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    81,001 miles
    Test number
    104685392530
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake hose ferrills corroded

  9. Fail80,991 miles (+1,331)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,991 miles
    Test number
    569942136704
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake hose ferrills corroded

  10. Pass79,660 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    79,660 miles
    Test number
    304693429240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded under bonnet (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both front and rears (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath of vehicle
    • AdvisoryUnderneath of vehicle heavily wax oiled

  11. Fail79,660 miles (+2,476)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,660 miles
    Test number
    152909695541
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded under bonnet (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both front and rears (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath of vehicle
    • AdvisoryUnderneath of vehicle heavily wax oiled

  12. Pass77,184 miles (+2,541)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    77,184 miles
    Test number
    769004590462
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded near rack (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sill skins heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath of vehicle
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass74,643 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    74,643 miles
    Test number
    757409565093
    • NoteAll suspension upper and lower wishbones corroded.

  14. Fail74,643 miles (+852)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,643 miles
    Test number
    149299165011
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteAll suspension upper and lower wishbones corroded.

  15. Pass73,791 miles (+2,033)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    73,791 miles
    Test number
    526336332102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,758 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    71,758 miles
    Test number
    612905179170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail71,758 miles (+2,946)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,758 miles
    Test number
    861065379119
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass68,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    68,812 miles
    Test number
    941036788141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail68,812 miles (+4,280)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,812 miles
    Test number
    204316688109
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  20. Pass64,532 miles (+3,533)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    64,532 miles
    Test number
    364220797132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    60,999 miles
    Test number
    771916146189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T2 MXV

Does T2 MXV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T2 MXV expired on 25 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T2 MXV?
The MOT on T2 MXV expired on 25 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T2 MXV done?
T2 MXV was recorded at 81,979 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2025, an average of 1,090 miles a year.
Has T2 MXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T2 MXV has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on T2 MXV 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 T2 MXV find?
T2 MXV passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2025 with 1 advisory: under body has been heavily under sealed.

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