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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T2 YDWMOT history

T2 YDW is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 27 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2020 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 82,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Oct 2020
Mileage
82,965 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2022
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,170 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T2 YDW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2020
Latest MOT test
18 May 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T2 YDW was last recorded at 82,965 miles on 18 May 2022, 6,588 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,377 miles · 8 Apr 2019
Between the last two tests
6,588 miles
Average per year
2,170 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 82,965 miles
  • 2019 – 76,377 miles
  • 2018 – 69,288 miles
  • 2016 – 68,817 miles
  • 2015 – 68,282 miles
  • 2014 – 67,863 miles
  • 2012 – 66,200 miles
  • 2011 – 65,858 miles
  • 2010 – 63,746 miles
  • 2009 – 62,658 miles
  • 2008 – 59,419 miles
  • 2007 – 52,154 miles
  • 2006 – 47,489 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail82,965 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill/floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases 2 small leaks at the joints (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake has little or no reserve travel

What MOT failures 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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced box section along floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill/floor holed outwith prescribed areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail82,965 miles (+6,588)1 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,965 miles
    Test number
    597138222889
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill/floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases 2 small leaks at the joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little or no reserve travel

  2. Pass76,377 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    76,377 miles
    Test number
    994194832359
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced box section along floor (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill/floor holed outwith prescribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  3. Fail76,354 miles (+7,066)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,354 miles
    Test number
    556223901803
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner/outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced box section along floor (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill/floor holed outwith prescribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  4. Pass69,288 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    69,288 miles
    Test number
    356257200556
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded at t-piece on offside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside outer sills slightly corroded

  5. Fail69,288 miles (+471)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,288 miles
    Test number
    376503179010
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded at t-piece on offside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside outer sills slightly corroded

  6. Pass68,817 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    68,817 miles
    Test number
    117016966926
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill and arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Fail68,816 miles (+534)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,816 miles
    Test number
    995629482385
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill and arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass68,282 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    68,282 miles
    Test number
    657120835272
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise slight drag at osf brake.

  9. Fail68,281 miles (+144)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,281 miles
    Test number
    635670135233
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise slight drag at osf brake.

  10. Pass68,137 miles (+274)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    68,137 miles
    Test number
    259422775083
    • DangerousNsr tyre inner sidewall perished quite deeply.
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass67,863 miles (+1,663)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    67,863 miles
    Test number
    858453164059
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise slight drag osr brake

  12. Pass66,200 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    66,200 miles
    Test number
    758299812197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,199 miles (+341)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,199 miles
    Test number
    247488212112
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOffside front tyre has bad cracking on side wall

  14. Fail65,858 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,858 miles
    Test number
    346858411107
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass65,858 miles (+2,112)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    65,858 miles
    Test number
    475648111191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,746 miles (+1,088)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    63,746 miles
    Test number
    523187490023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteThe n/s wiper is starting to smear the windscreen

  17. Fail62,658 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,658 miles
    Test number
    370169889050
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  18. Pass62,658 miles (+3,239)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    62,658 miles
    Test number
    881839089079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,419 miles (+7,265)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    59,419 miles
    Test number
    692561678064
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass52,154 miles (+4,665)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    52,154 miles
    Test number
    894436717083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    47,489 miles
    Test number
    140672416438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T2 YDW

Does T2 YDW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T2 YDW expired on 7 Oct 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T2 YDW?
The MOT on T2 YDW expired on 7 Oct 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T2 YDW done?
T2 YDW was recorded at 82,965 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2022, an average of 2,170 miles a year.
Has T2 YDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T2 YDW has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T2 YDW 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 YDW find?
T2 YDW failed its latest MOT on 18 May 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 7 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside front vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis; nearside rear vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch, and 10 more.

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