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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T332 RNUMOT history

T332 RNU is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 167,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
167,747 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,768 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T332 RNU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T332 RNU was last recorded at 167,747 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 97 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Mar 2023: 131,187 miles, lower than 143,900 miles on 1 Apr 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
167,650 miles · 30 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
97 miles
Average per year
4,768 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,747 miles
  • 2025 – 156,506 miles
  • 2024 – 143,501 miles
  • 2023 – 131,187 miles
  • 2022 – 143,900 miles
  • 2020 – 143,815 miles
  • 2019 – 142,960 miles
  • 2018 – 142,770 miles
  • 2017 – 142,629 miles
  • 2016 – 141,912 miles
  • 2015 – 139,705 miles
  • 2014 – 135,576 miles
  • 2013 – 130,530 miles
  • 2012 – 122,259 miles
  • 2011 – 113,526 miles
  • 2010 – 106,664 miles
  • 2009 – 102,929 miles
  • 2008 – 91,454 miles
  • 2007 – 81,871 miles
  • 2006 – 72,232 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,747 miles
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills x2 both (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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2026

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and painted in places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,747 miles (+97)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    167,747 miles
    Test number
    859923100168
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills x2 both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail167,650 miles (+105)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,650 miles
    Test number
    972911786190
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail167,545 miles (+11,039)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,545 miles
    Test number
    217387826545
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass156,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    156,506 miles
    Test number
    334778684064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail156,506 miles (+13,005)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,506 miles
    Test number
    802685536964
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass143,501 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    143,501 miles
    Test number
    584047267791
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Fail143,501 miles (+12,314)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,501 miles
    Test number
    332822435219
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass131,187 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    131,187 miles
    Test number
    824874511217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail131,187 miles (-12,713)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,187 miles
    Test number
    412763904295
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass143,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    143,900 miles
    Test number
    708895732643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail143,900 miles (+85)8 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,900 miles
    Test number
    946288462986
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/60 14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking Pipe above steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass143,815 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    143,815 miles
    Test number
    567476712511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail143,815 miles (+855)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,815 miles
    Test number
    769164862018
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass142,960 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    142,960 miles
    Test number
    709818949883
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and painted in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front chassis legs (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower and upper arms and painted in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive as marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and painted in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear arms and painted on underside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside and components

  15. Fail142,960 miles (+190)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,960 miles
    Test number
    972592985404
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and painted in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front chassis legs (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower and upper arms and painted in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive as marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and painted in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear arms and painted on underside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside and components

  16. Pass142,770 miles (+141)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    142,770 miles
    Test number
    167631306898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass142,629 miles (+717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    142,629 miles
    Test number
    193028519329
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass141,912 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    141,912 miles
    Test number
    191749663170
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill blistering
    • AdvisoryOil residue
    • AdvisoryUnder body components signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  19. Fail141,906 miles (+2,201)2 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,906 miles
    Test number
    889688686902
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassi leg (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassi leg (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill blistering
    • AdvisoryOil residue
    • AdvisoryUnder body components signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  20. Pass139,705 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    139,705 miles
    Test number
    607148375090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail139,703 miles (+4,127)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,703 miles
    Test number
    816136175026
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass135,576 miles (+5,046)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    135,576 miles
    Test number
    138582364493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass130,530 miles (+8,271)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    130,530 miles
    Test number
    349838173048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass122,259 miles (+8,733)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    122,259 miles
    Test number
    849880282065
    • NoteFront tyres on 5mm

  25. Pass113,526 miles (+6,862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    113,526 miles
    Test number
    408948871010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass106,664 miles (+3,735)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    106,664 miles
    Test number
    480112570000
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition (corroded)
    • NoteRear wheel arches corroded

  27. Pass102,929 miles (+11,475)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    102,929 miles
    Test number
    743093689012
    • NoteExhaust system in poor condition
    • NoteFront inner pads wearing low
    • NoteRear pads wearing low

  28. Pass91,454 miles (+9,583)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    91,454 miles
    Test number
    833455778004
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust system corroding

  29. Pass81,871 miles (+9,639)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    81,871 miles
    Test number
    833526177097
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass72,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    72,232 miles
    Test number
    943070486052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T332 RNU

Does T332 RNU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T332 RNU is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T332 RNU?
The MOT on T332 RNU is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T332 RNU done?
T332 RNU was recorded at 167,747 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 4,768 miles a year.
Has T332 RNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T332 RNU has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T332 RNU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Mar 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T332 RNU find?
T332 RNU passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 2 more.

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