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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T352 USFMOT history

T352 USF is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 75,772 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
75,772 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,811 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T352 USF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T352 USF was last recorded at 75,772 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,752 miles · 28 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
1,811 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 75,772 miles
  • 2024 – 73,229 miles
  • 2023 – 71,697 miles
  • 2022 – 69,185 miles
  • 2021 – 67,028 miles
  • 2019 – 66,675 miles
  • 2018 – 65,250 miles
  • 2017 – 64,021 miles
  • 2016 – 62,900 miles
  • 2015 – 61,638 miles
  • 2014 – 60,661 miles
  • 2013 – 59,677 miles
  • 2012 – 59,146 miles
  • 2011 – 58,246 miles
  • 2010 – 57,009 miles
  • 2009 – 54,524 miles
  • 2008 – 49,832 miles
  • 2007 – 44,634 miles
  • 2006 – 40,277 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,772 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti roll drop link, missing outer plastic retaining pinsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inner and outer (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti roll drop link, missing outer plastic retaining pinsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti roll drop link, missing outer plastic retaining pinsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inner and outer (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,772 miles (+20)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    75,772 miles
    Test number
    545363899932
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti roll drop link, missing outer plastic retaining pins
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inner and outer (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti roll drop link, missing outer plastic retaining pins
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti roll drop link, missing outer plastic retaining pins
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inner and outer (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail75,752 miles (+2,523)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,752 miles
    Test number
    741486843898
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill, within 30 cm of seat mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti roll drop link, missing outer plastic retaining pins
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inner and outer (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti roll drop link, missing outer plastic retaining pins
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti roll drop link, missing outer plastic retaining pins
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inner and outer (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass73,229 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    73,229 miles
    Test number
    670086691803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail73,226 miles (+1,529)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,226 miles
    Test number
    276887172361
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass71,697 miles (+2,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    71,697 miles
    Test number
    106883599289
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass69,185 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    69,185 miles
    Test number
    724288432406
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail69,185 miles (+2,157)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,185 miles
    Test number
    366230417505
    • DangerousRear Outer Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced sill sections both sides (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass67,028 miles (+353)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    67,028 miles
    Test number
    775523077807
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass66,675 miles (+1,425)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,675 miles
    Test number
    483666841376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,250 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    65,250 miles
    Test number
    861137443322
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail65,250 miles (+1,229)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,250 miles
    Test number
    953790574548
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass64,021 miles (+1,121)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    64,021 miles
    Test number
    142778704006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,900 miles (+1,262)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    62,900 miles
    Test number
    358978130459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,638 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    61,638 miles
    Test number
    311823319133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,636 miles (+975)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,636 miles
    Test number
    491083830044
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass60,661 miles (+984)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    60,661 miles
    Test number
    459742944486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,677 miles (+531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    59,677 miles
    Test number
    939246333381
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass59,146 miles (+900)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    59,146 miles
    Test number
    898455922356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    58,246 miles
    Test number
    179868211366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail58,246 miles (+1,237)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,246 miles
    Test number
    528268811326
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass57,009 miles (+2,485)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    57,009 miles
    Test number
    424064710442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,524 miles (+4,692)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    54,524 miles
    Test number
    773721529300
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  23. Pass49,832 miles (+5,198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    49,832 miles
    Test number
    212064528372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass44,634 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,634 miles
    Test number
    144718537130
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail44,634 miles (+4,357)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,634 miles
    Test number
    224517437456
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass40,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    40,277 miles
    Test number
    492893426171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T352 USF

Does T352 USF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T352 USF is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T352 USF?
The MOT on T352 USF is valid until 7 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T352 USF done?
T352 USF was recorded at 75,772 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 1,811 miles a year.
Has T352 USF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T352 USF has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T352 USF 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 T352 USF find?
T352 USF passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 10 advisories: front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower; nearside front anti roll drop link, missing outer plastic retaining pins; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inner and outer, and 7 more.

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