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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T316 AJBMOT history

T316 AJB is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 79,277 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2023
Mileage
79,277 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,448 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T316 AJB
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
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T316 AJB was last recorded at 79,277 miles on 4 Oct 2022, 640 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,637 miles · 13 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
640 miles
Average per year
2,448 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 79,277 miles
  • 2021 – 78,637 miles
  • 2020 – 78,483 miles
  • 2019 – 77,478 miles
  • 2018 – 75,527 miles
  • 2017 – 75,162 miles
  • 2015 – 74,023 miles
  • 2014 – 69,492 miles
  • 2013 – 68,091 miles
  • 2012 – 65,826 miles
  • 2011 – 63,864 miles
  • 2010 – 62,036 miles
  • 2009 – 60,132 miles
  • 2008 – 58,045 miles
  • 2007 – 46,626 miles
  • 2006 – 38,471 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,277 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,277 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    79,277 miles
    Test number
    217457166083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail79,277 miles (+640)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,277 miles
    Test number
    288948334560
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass78,637 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    78,637 miles
    Test number
    892604228168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail78,637 miles (+154)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,637 miles
    Test number
    154103631167
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass78,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    78,483 miles
    Test number
    385070299128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail78,477 miles (+999)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,477 miles
    Test number
    800547719348
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass77,478 miles (+1,951)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    77,478 miles
    Test number
    282425146639
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material center main (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass75,527 miles (+365)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    75,527 miles
    Test number
    142265059682
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

  9. Pass75,162 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    75,162 miles
    Test number
    303459686400
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded (2.4.A.3)

  10. Fail75,162 miles (+1,139)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,162 miles
    Test number
    337165656295
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded (2.4.A.3)

  11. Pass74,023 miles (+4,531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    74,023 miles
    Test number
    900637449237
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass69,492 miles (+1,401)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    69,492 miles
    Test number
    316786994472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,091 miles (+2,265)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    68,091 miles
    Test number
    928466793257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,826 miles (+1,962)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    65,826 miles
    Test number
    419694602337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,864 miles (+1,828)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    63,864 miles
    Test number
    225455401390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,036 miles (+1,904)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    62,036 miles
    Test number
    170648790255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,132 miles (+2,087)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    60,132 miles
    Test number
    423515519366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,045 miles (+1,896)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    58,045 miles
    Test number
    230173828392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,149 miles (+22)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    56,149 miles
    Test number
    974055008129
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Fail56,127 miles (+9,501)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,127 miles
    Test number
    181183948465
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass46,626 miles (+8,155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    46,626 miles
    Test number
    623206027020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass38,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    38,471 miles
    Test number
    993003436009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T316 AJB

Does T316 AJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T316 AJB expired on 3 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T316 AJB?
The MOT on T316 AJB expired on 3 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T316 AJB done?
T316 AJB was recorded at 79,277 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2022, an average of 2,448 miles a year.
Has T316 AJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T316 AJB has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T316 AJB 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 T316 AJB find?
T316 AJB passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 2 more.

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