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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T301 TCNMOT history

T301 TCN is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2025 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 96,702 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Aug 2025
Mileage
96,702 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2025
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,394 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T301 TCN
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 20 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T301 TCN was last recorded at 96,702 miles on 5 Aug 2025, 351 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,351 miles · 8 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
351 miles
Average per year
2,394 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,702 miles
  • 2024 – 96,351 miles
  • 2023 – 96,004 miles
  • 2022 – 94,807 miles
  • 2021 – 93,232 miles
  • 2020 – 90,877 miles
  • 2019 – 87,991 miles
  • 2018 – 82,975 miles
  • 2017 – 79,228 miles
  • 2016 – 78,933 miles
  • 2014 – 78,930 miles
  • 2012 – 78,629 miles
  • 2010 – 78,166 miles
  • 2009 – 77,410 miles
  • 2008 – 75,547 miles
  • 2007 – 72,626 miles
  • 2006 – 63,007 miles
  • 2005 – 48,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail96,702 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust slightly corroded

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Water leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • N/s/r handbrake effort

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail96,702 miles (+351)5 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,702 miles
    Test number
    558418759774
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly corroded

  2. Pass96,351 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    96,351 miles
    Test number
    630183061833
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWater leak

  3. Fail96,349 miles (+345)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,349 miles
    Test number
    871420116484
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outter sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWater leak

  4. Pass96,004 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    96,004 miles
    Test number
    638742635400
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r handbrake effort

  5. Fail96,000 miles (+1,193)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,000 miles
    Test number
    897647292587
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r handbrake effort

  6. Pass94,807 miles (+4)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    94,807 miles
    Test number
    429871439522
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both lenses (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes and ball joint boots starting to perish
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to inner sills

  7. Fail94,803 miles (+1,571)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,803 miles
    Test number
    613881031278
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill corrosion at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both lenses (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes and ball joint boots starting to perish
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to inner sills

  8. Pass93,232 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    93,232 miles
    Test number
    378109008817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Service & Parking brake efforts low (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered with underseal

  9. Fail93,229 miles (+2,352)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,229 miles
    Test number
    540029204978
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to major exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Service & Parking brake efforts low (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered with underseal

  10. Pass90,877 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    90,877 miles
    Test number
    353986481452
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on n/s and o/s floor to sills
    • AdvisoryWear in n/s/r anti roll bar link

  11. Fail90,877 miles (+2,886)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,877 miles
    Test number
    983827030523
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on n/s and o/s floor to sills
    • AdvisoryWear in n/s/r anti roll bar link

  12. Pass87,991 miles (+43)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    87,991 miles
    Test number
    323499384036
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  13. Fail87,948 miles (+4,973)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,948 miles
    Test number
    462230246544
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side poor (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side poor (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced undersills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  14. Pass82,975 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    82,975 miles
    Test number
    976907930116
    • AdvisoryCondition on n/s/r and o/s/r sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on n/s/r and o/s/r undersills

  15. Fail82,970 miles (+3,742)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,970 miles
    Test number
    148899867266
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCondition on n/s/r and o/s/r sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on n/s/r and o/s/r undersills

  16. Pass79,228 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    79,228 miles
    Test number
    390064041764
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle

  17. Fail79,228 miles (+295)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,228 miles
    Test number
    376701990743
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle

  18. Pass78,933 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    78,933 miles
    Test number
    458894566001
    • AdvisorySun screen fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  19. Pass78,930 miles (+301)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    78,930 miles
    Test number
    149391474194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass78,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    78,629 miles
    Test number
    629461212142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail78,629 miles (+463)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,629 miles
    Test number
    235906292039
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  22. Pass78,166 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    78,166 miles
    Test number
    743295950189
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inner edge

  23. Fail78,166 miles (+756)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,166 miles
    Test number
    582114450163
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inner edge

  24. Pass77,410 miles (+1,863)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    77,410 miles
    Test number
    770994839257
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn inner edge

  25. Pass75,547 miles (+2,921)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    75,547 miles
    Test number
    452706048453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass72,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    72,626 miles
    Test number
    750626987280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail72,626 miles (+9,619)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,626 miles
    Test number
    801305887217
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  28. Pass63,007 miles (+14,701)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    63,007 miles
    Test number
    300240296415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass48,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2006
    Odometer
    48,306 miles
    Test number
    984268135183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T301 TCN

Does T301 TCN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T301 TCN expired on 20 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T301 TCN?
The MOT on T301 TCN expired on 20 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T301 TCN done?
T301 TCN was recorded at 96,702 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2025, an average of 2,394 miles a year.
Has T301 TCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T301 TCN has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T301 TCN 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 T301 TCN find?
T301 TCN failed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2025 with 5 major defects and 13 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill, and 15 more.

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