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Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T385 EHYMOT history

T385 EHY is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 87,525 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 May 2025
Mileage
87,525 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,671 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T385 EHY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 May 2025
Latest MOT test
21 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T385 EHY was last recorded at 87,525 miles on 21 May 2025, 2,291 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,234 miles · 7 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,291 miles
Average per year
2,671 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 87,525 miles
  • 2024 – 85,234 miles
  • 2023 – 83,475 miles
  • 2022 – 82,499 miles
  • 2020 – 79,008 miles
  • 2019 – 75,881 miles
  • 2018 – 73,687 miles
  • 2017 – 70,987 miles
  • 2016 – 70,074 miles
  • 2015 – 68,153 miles
  • 2014 – 65,507 miles
  • 2013 – 63,425 miles
  • 2012 – 60,227 miles
  • 2011 – 57,301 miles
  • 2010 – 53,741 miles
  • 2009 – 50,256 miles
  • 2008 – 45,488 miles
  • 2007 – 40,631 miles
  • 2006 – 36,635 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail87,525 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail87,525 miles (+2,291)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,525 miles
    Test number
    970668812146
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass85,234 miles (+1,759)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    85,234 miles
    Test number
    775532424087
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear calliper damp around hand brake pivot
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively all (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass83,475 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    83,475 miles
    Test number
    131707298048
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail83,475 miles (+976)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,475 miles
    Test number
    396039442480
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass82,499 miles (+55)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    82,499 miles
    Test number
    798825257179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail82,444 miles (+3,436)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,444 miles
    Test number
    921250395161
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested not working (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis /inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass79,008 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    79,008 miles
    Test number
    300945239829
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail79,004 miles (+3,123)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,004 miles
    Test number
    613348789966
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass75,881 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    75,881 miles
    Test number
    553911786948
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Fail75,881 miles (+2,194)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,881 miles
    Test number
    400015321613
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass73,687 miles (+2,700)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,687 miles
    Test number
    319920110307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,987 miles (+913)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    70,987 miles
    Test number
    939378893098
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass70,074 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    70,074 miles
    Test number
    684085445383
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail70,074 miles (+1,921)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,074 miles
    Test number
    208242415835
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass68,153 miles (+2,646)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    68,153 miles
    Test number
    809967715152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass65,507 miles (+2,082)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    65,507 miles
    Test number
    715959324131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront chassis legs have corrosion (both)
    • NoteN/s/r sill surface corrosion

  17. Pass63,425 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    63,425 miles
    Test number
    395237603176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Fail63,425 miles (+3,198)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,425 miles
    Test number
    245217703146
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass60,227 miles (+2,926)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    60,227 miles
    Test number
    928527412163
    • NoteO/s front tyre wall starting too separate

  20. Pass57,301 miles (+3,560)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2012
    Odometer
    57,301 miles
    Test number
    786660711183
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW (4MM)
    • NoteO/S/F TYRE SLIGHTLY PERISHED

  21. Pass53,741 miles (+3,485)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    53,741 miles
    Test number
    553946710145
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAll tyres slightly perished

  22. Pass50,256 miles (+4,768)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    50,256 miles
    Test number
    734030219162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,488 miles (+4,857)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    45,488 miles
    Test number
    414910228119
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass40,631 miles (+3,996)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    40,631 miles
    Test number
    333127317198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    36,635 miles
    Test number
    902552226155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T385 EHY

Does T385 EHY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T385 EHY expired on 6 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T385 EHY?
The MOT on T385 EHY expired on 6 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T385 EHY done?
T385 EHY was recorded at 87,525 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2025, an average of 2,671 miles a year.
Has T385 EHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T385 EHY has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T385 EHY 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 T385 EHY find?
T385 EHY failed its latest MOT on 21 May 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects and 1 advisory: offside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; offside headlamp light intensity severely reduced, and 2 more.

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