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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T372 DLXMOT history

T372 DLX is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 76,902 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
76,902 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,441 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T372 DLX
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T372 DLX was last recorded at 76,902 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,886 miles · 14 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
1,441 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,902 miles
  • 2025 – 75,022 miles
  • 2024 – 73,697 miles
  • 2023 – 70,187 miles
  • 2022 – 67,668 miles
  • 2021 – 65,563 miles
  • 2020 – 65,167 miles
  • 2019 – 64,804 miles
  • 2018 – 64,055 miles
  • 2017 – 63,462 miles
  • 2016 – 62,863 miles
  • 2015 – 62,433 miles
  • 2014 – 61,750 miles
  • 2013 – 61,208 miles
  • 2012 – 60,687 miles
  • 2011 – 59,894 miles
  • 2010 – 59,007 miles
  • 2009 – 56,786 miles
  • 2008 – 56,388 miles
  • 2007 – 54,942 miles
  • 2006 – 47,794 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,902 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • All suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Suspension components showing signs of rust/corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear exhaust flange corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,902 miles (+16)5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    76,902 miles
    Test number
    822388678604
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail76,886 miles (+1,864)1 dangerous3 major5 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,886 miles
    Test number
    196538726625
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass75,022 miles (+1,325)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    75,022 miles
    Test number
    465709237621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  4. Pass73,697 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    73,697 miles
    Test number
    433286022239
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension components showing signs of rust/corrosion

  5. Fail73,685 miles (+3,498)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,685 miles
    Test number
    152522837498
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension components showing signs of rust/corrosion

  6. Pass70,187 miles (+13)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    70,187 miles
    Test number
    746484868546
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail70,174 miles (+2,506)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,174 miles
    Test number
    259136138914
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass67,668 miles (+2,105)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    67,668 miles
    Test number
    863993099178
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail by anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass65,563 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    65,563 miles
    Test number
    501429133727
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail65,563 miles (+396)3 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,563 miles
    Test number
    215059126533
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass65,167 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    65,167 miles
    Test number
    469054035400
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail65,167 miles (+363)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,167 miles
    Test number
    948716933291
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass64,804 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    64,804 miles
    Test number
    271058058624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail64,801 miles (+746)3 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,801 miles
    Test number
    672102242763
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass64,055 miles (+593)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    64,055 miles
    Test number
    342504158781
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  16. Pass63,462 miles (+599)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    63,462 miles
    Test number
    376051413552
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding slightly

  17. Pass62,863 miles (+430)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    62,863 miles
    Test number
    111237368345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,433 miles (+683)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    62,433 miles
    Test number
    767956255138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,750 miles (+542)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    61,750 miles
    Test number
    208985454137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,208 miles (+521)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    61,208 miles
    Test number
    308575853198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,687 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    60,687 miles
    Test number
    595680162136
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteRear exhaust Flange corroded.

  22. Fail60,687 miles (+793)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,687 miles
    Test number
    738890162190
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteRear exhaust Flange corroded.

  23. Pass59,894 miles (+887)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    59,894 miles
    Test number
    956072451182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,007 miles (+2,221)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    59,007 miles
    Test number
    934431360155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,786 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    56,786 miles
    Test number
    334104139165
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished, ok for mot but advise replacement
    • NoteRear brake discs rusty

  26. Fail56,786 miles (+398)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,786 miles
    Test number
    264457029166
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished, ok for mot but advise replacement
    • NoteRear brake discs rusty

  27. Pass56,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    56,388 miles
    Test number
    681272558183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail56,388 miles (+1,446)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,388 miles
    Test number
    123651558167
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  29. Pass54,942 miles (+7,148)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    54,942 miles
    Test number
    123361357193
    • NoteRear discs pitted.not excessive

  30. Pass47,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    47,794 miles
    Test number
    621154666179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail47,794 miles6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,794 miles
    Test number
    963953766118
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • NoteAll brake discs rusted and rear pads worn low

Questions about T372 DLX

Does T372 DLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T372 DLX is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T372 DLX?
The MOT on T372 DLX is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T372 DLX done?
T372 DLX was recorded at 76,902 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 1,441 miles a year.
Has T372 DLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T372 DLX has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T372 DLX 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 T372 DLX find?
T372 DLX passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 5 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 8 more.

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