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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T301 VUGMOT history

T301 VUG is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 82,524 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Oct 2023
Mileage
82,524 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T301 VUG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T301 VUG was last recorded at 82,524 miles on 4 Oct 2022, 1,397 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,127 miles · 12 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
1,397 miles
Average per year
4,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 82,524 miles
  • 2021 – 81,127 miles
  • 2020 – 77,681 miles
  • 2019 – 73,068 miles
  • 2018 – 67,975 miles
  • 2017 – 65,190 miles
  • 2016 – 62,256 miles
  • 2015 – 56,778 miles
  • 2014 – 51,556 miles
  • 2013 – 45,549 miles
  • 2012 – 39,841 miles
  • 2011 – 35,742 miles
  • 2010 – 31,333 miles
  • 2009 – 27,797 miles
  • 2008 – 22,243 miles
  • 2007 – 17,160 miles
  • 2006 – 12,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,524 miles
  • AdvisoryBody corroding around rear wheel arches
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,524 miles (+1,397)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    82,524 miles
    Test number
    231742045985
    • AdvisoryBody corroding around rear wheel arches
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass81,127 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    81,127 miles
    Test number
    155745090677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail81,126 miles (+3,445)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,126 miles
    Test number
    432458718088
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Axle mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass77,681 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    77,681 miles
    Test number
    832577943222
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside and near side wheel arch ares corroded

  5. Fail77,681 miles (+4,613)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,681 miles
    Test number
    942027491110
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside and near side wheel arch ares corroded

  6. Pass73,068 miles (+5,093)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,068 miles
    Test number
    288235168111
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel archs corroded

  7. Pass67,975 miles (+2,785)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    67,975 miles
    Test number
    512928007697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    65,190 miles
    Test number
    157379976033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail65,190 miles (+2,934)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,190 miles
    Test number
    698634339979
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass62,256 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    62,256 miles
    Test number
    969313296752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail62,247 miles (+5,469)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,247 miles
    Test number
    380530601996
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass56,778 miles (+5,222)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    56,778 miles
    Test number
    638485365068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise N/S/R outer sill getting rusty
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass51,556 miles (+6,007)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    51,556 miles
    Test number
    718258074073
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass45,549 miles (+5,708)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    45,549 miles
    Test number
    595612373038
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAdvise both sides rear sills starting to corrode

  15. Fail39,841 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,841 miles
    Test number
    108523572418
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass39,841 miles (+4,099)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    39,841 miles
    Test number
    866343872089
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass35,742 miles (+4,409)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    35,742 miles
    Test number
    188367071010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,333 miles (+3,536)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    31,333 miles
    Test number
    223305770054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,797 miles (+5,554)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    27,797 miles
    Test number
    261307979004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,243 miles (+5,083)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    22,243 miles
    Test number
    154390188032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise to have tracking checked when having tyres fitted

  21. Pass17,160 miles (+4,454)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    17,160 miles
    Test number
    101174977030
    • 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)

  22. Pass12,706 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    12,706 miles
    Test number
    583584476026
    • 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)

Questions about T301 VUG

Does T301 VUG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T301 VUG expired on 11 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T301 VUG?
The MOT on T301 VUG expired on 11 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T301 VUG done?
T301 VUG was recorded at 82,524 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2022, an average of 4,217 miles a year.
Has T301 VUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T301 VUG has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T301 VUG 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 VUG find?
T301 VUG passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2022 with 2 advisories: body corroding around rear wheel arches; oil leak, but not excessive.

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