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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T307 SHOMOT history

T307 SHO is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 13 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 156,780 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 May 2024
Mileage
156,780 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,932 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T307 SHO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 May 2024
Latest MOT test
31 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T307 SHO was last recorded at 156,780 miles on 31 May 2023, 300 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,480 miles · 31 May 2022
Between the last two tests
300 miles
Average per year
6,932 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 156,780 miles
  • 2022 – 156,480 miles
  • 2020 – 155,815 miles
  • 2019 – 152,638 miles
  • 2018 – 145,009 miles
  • 2017 – 136,295 miles
  • 2016 – 124,942 miles
  • 2015 – 108,321 miles
  • 2014 – 96,757 miles
  • 2013 – 80,492 miles
  • 2012 – 78,328 miles
  • 2011 – 70,799 miles
  • 2010 – 64,209 miles
  • 2009 – 58,302 miles
  • 2008 – 51,226 miles
  • 2007 – 41,059 miles
  • 2006 – 36,986 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,780 miles
  • AdvisoryFront suspension dust covers deteriorated
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

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.

  • Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Nearside front upper swivel dust cover is perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside rear brake pipe is rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,780 miles (+300)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    156,780 miles
    Test number
    423802600072
    • AdvisoryFront suspension dust covers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded
  2. Pass156,480 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    156,480 miles
    Test number
    991803418896
    • AdvisoryNearside front upper swivel dust cover is perished
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pipe is rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel bearing is slightly noisy
    • AdvisoryOffside front lower swivel dust cover is perished
    • AdvisoryOffside front upper swivel dust cover is perished
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components are rusty
  3. Fail156,473 miles (+658)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,473 miles
    Test number
    293564040900
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding WHEEL BEARING IS NOT TESTED (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower swivel dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside front upper swivel dust cover is perished
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pipe is rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel bearing is slightly noisy
    • AdvisoryOffside front lower swivel dust cover is perished
    • AdvisoryOffside front upper swivel dust cover is perished
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components are rusty
  4. Pass155,815 miles (+3)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    155,815 miles
    Test number
    709063714478
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension dust covers starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe ferrules slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryHead lamp lens cloudy
    • AdvisoryN/s/r wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisorySome corrosion on both outer sills
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on rear suspension and subframe
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing noise o/s/r
  5. Fail155,812 miles (+3,174)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,812 miles
    Test number
    304368710558
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHead lamp lens cloudy
    • AdvisoryN/s/r wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisorySome corrosion on both outer sills
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing noise o/s/r
  6. Pass152,638 miles (+2)22 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    152,638 miles
    Test number
    594458891348
    • AdvisoryAll steering and suspension component ball joint dust covers starting to split and perish throughout entire vehicle front and rear
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arch's heavily corroded but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Lower and upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring some components
  7. Fail152,636 miles (+7,627)2 major20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,636 miles
    Test number
    303666287740
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll steering and suspension component ball joint dust covers starting to split and perish throughout entire vehicle front and rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Lower and upper (5.3.3 (b) (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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring some components
  8. Pass145,009 miles (+1)4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    145,009 miles
    Test number
    183397811333
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged offside and nearside are slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt offside and nearside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower are perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower are perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components are showing signs of surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray is fitted preventing inspection of components
  9. Fail145,008 miles (+8,713)2 major4 repaired4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,008 miles
    Test number
    353722825609
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) not working centre (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged offside and nearside are slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt offside and nearside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower are perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower are perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components are showing signs of surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray is fitted preventing inspection of components
  10. Pass136,295 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    136,295 miles
    Test number
    723804654854
    • AdvisoryNsr outer sill coroded and flakeing
    • AdvisoryOsr nsr wheel arches bubbling
    • AdvisoryRoof fabric badly deteriated
    • AdvisorySuspension components very rusty front and rear to inc coil springs rear
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted
  11. Fail136,292 miles (+11,350)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,292 miles
    Test number
    757450036935
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very very low approx 90 per cent worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNsr outer sill coroded and flakeing
    • AdvisoryOsf nsf tyres close to legal limits and long splits in inner walls strong advise
    • AdvisoryOsr nsr wheel arches bubbling
    • AdvisoryRoof fabric badly deteriated
    • AdvisorySuspension components very rusty front and rear to inc coil springs rear
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted
  12. Pass124,942 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    124,942 miles
    Test number
    216263936864
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (5.2.6)
    • 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)
  13. Fail124,942 miles (+16,621)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,942 miles
    Test number
    636313999926
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers starting to split
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (5.2.6)
    • 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)
  14. Pass108,321 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    108,321 miles
    Test number
    663573766106
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Door sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Fail108,320 miles (+11,563)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,320 miles
    Test number
    937385511769
    • DangerousOffside Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Door sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
  16. Pass96,757 miles (+219)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    96,757 miles
    Test number
    795172344299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail96,538 miles (+16,046)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,538 miles
    Test number
    458131334293
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear discs in poor condition
  18. Pass80,492 miles (+2,164)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    80,492 miles
    Test number
    706673333295
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass78,328 miles (+7,529)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    78,328 miles
    Test number
    417703962362
    • NoteVehichle has two horns fitted and working off same switch
  20. Pass70,799 miles (+6,590)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    70,799 miles
    Test number
    176783861380
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted/corroded
    • NoteTyre size: 19550R15H
  21. Pass64,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    64,209 miles
    Test number
    704584160302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail64,209 miles (+5,907)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,209 miles
    Test number
    523263160347
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)
  23. Pass58,302 miles (+7,076)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    58,302 miles
    Test number
    771012969307
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  24. Pass51,226 miles (+6,993)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    51,226 miles
    Test number
    533646268308
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteParking brake lever is nearing end of travel
  25. Pass44,233 miles (+3,174)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    44,233 miles
    Test number
    394500418080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass41,059 miles (+4,073)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    41,059 miles
    Test number
    264490337037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass36,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    36,986 miles
    Test number
    834048246030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T307 SHO

Does T307 SHO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T307 SHO expired on 30 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T307 SHO?
The MOT on T307 SHO expired on 30 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T307 SHO done?
T307 SHO was recorded at 156,780 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2023, an average of 6,932 miles a year.
Has T307 SHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T307 SHO has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T307 SHO 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 T307 SHO find?
T307 SHO passed its latest MOT on 31 May 2023 with 4 advisories: front suspension dust covers deteriorated; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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