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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T308 ALJMOT history

T308 ALJ is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2023 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 97,365 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2023
Mileage
97,365 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2022
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,289 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T308 ALJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T308 ALJ was last recorded at 97,365 miles on 22 Oct 2022, 1,582 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,783 miles · 13 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
1,582 miles
Average per year
3,289 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 97,365 miles
  • 2021 – 95,783 miles
  • 2020 – 88,119 miles
  • 2019 – 79,719 miles
  • 2018 – 73,674 miles
  • 2017 – 72,435 miles
  • 2015 – 72,166 miles
  • 2012 – 70,173 miles
  • 2011 – 69,311 miles
  • 2010 – 68,238 miles
  • 2009 – 61,759 miles
  • 2008 – 55,051 miles
  • 2007 – 49,017 miles
  • 2006 – 42,927 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,365 miles
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle including brakes and suspension

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 Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

17 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,365 miles (+1,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    97,365 miles
    Test number
    830010278377
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle including brakes and suspension

  2. Pass95,783 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    95,783 miles
    Test number
    695344824768
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-body rust & corrosion

  3. Fail95,783 miles (+7,664)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,783 miles
    Test number
    194009428090
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-body rust & corrosion

  4. Pass88,119 miles (+8,400)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    88,119 miles
    Test number
    874577388674
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass79,719 miles (+6,045)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    79,719 miles
    Test number
    288277267373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass73,674 miles (+1,239)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    73,674 miles
    Test number
    203525500662
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass72,435 miles (+269)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    72,435 miles
    Test number
    987589024239
    • AdvisoryAll tyres close to wear indicator
    • AdvisoryChip in screen
    • AdvisoryFront brake balance
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake binding
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre only just legal 1.6mm

  8. Fail72,166 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,166 miles
    Test number
    259319865466
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteExhaust rubber mounting split
    • NoteHigh level stop light not working
    • NoteO/s centre floor corroded

  9. Pass72,166 miles (+1,993)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    72,166 miles
    Test number
    469109565135
    • NoteExhaust rubber mounting split
    • NoteHigh level stop light not working
    • NoteO/s centre floor corroded

  10. Pass70,173 miles (+862)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    70,173 miles
    Test number
    918571982039
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f brake slightly binding.

  11. Pass69,311 miles (+41)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    69,311 miles
    Test number
    266168181090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  12. Fail69,270 miles (+1,032)2 failures2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,270 miles
    Test number
    187752381482
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass68,238 miles (+6,479)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    68,238 miles
    Test number
    432231190049
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass61,759 miles (+6,708)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    61,759 miles
    Test number
    861523289093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,051 miles (+6,034)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    55,051 miles
    Test number
    360749478051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,017 miles (+6,090)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    49,017 miles
    Test number
    220325077000
    • 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)

  17. Pass42,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    42,927 miles
    Test number
    444334496009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T308 ALJ

Does T308 ALJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T308 ALJ expired on 21 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T308 ALJ?
The MOT on T308 ALJ expired on 21 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T308 ALJ done?
T308 ALJ was recorded at 97,365 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2022, an average of 3,289 miles a year.
Has T308 ALJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T308 ALJ has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T308 ALJ 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 T308 ALJ find?
T308 ALJ passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2022 with 1 advisory: corrosion to underside of vehicle including brakes and suspension.

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