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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T387 EHYMOT history

T387 EHY is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 12 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 159,229 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2026
Mileage
159,229 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,709 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T387 EHY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T387 EHY was last recorded at 159,229 miles on 21 Jan 2025, 4,416 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,813 miles · 27 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
4,416 miles
Average per year
4,709 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,229 miles
  • 2023 – 154,813 miles
  • 2022 – 143,639 miles
  • 2021 – 139,047 miles
  • 2019 – 132,741 miles
  • 2018 – 128,533 miles
  • 2017 – 123,151 miles
  • 2016 – 120,732 miles
  • 2015 – 113,483 miles
  • 2014 – 113,099 miles
  • 2013 – 106,738 miles
  • 2012 – 101,018 miles
  • 2011 – 96,098 miles
  • 2010 – 89,551 miles
  • 2009 – 85,259 miles
  • 2008 – 81,408 miles
  • 2007 – 77,478 miles
  • 2006 – 71,092 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,229 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner door shut corroded and holed by wing not considerd excessive
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill corroded and holed not considerd structural
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryComplete underbody corrosion and suspention components
  • AdvisorySuspension bushes deteriorated but no movement decteded

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Inner door shut corroded and holed by wing not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Inner sill corroded and holed not considered structural

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Suspension bushes deteriorated but no movement detected

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,229 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    159,229 miles
    Test number
    302894216706
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner door shut corroded and holed by wing not considerd excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill corroded and holed not considerd structural
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryComplete underbody corrosion and suspention components
    • AdvisorySuspension bushes deteriorated but no movement decteded

  2. Fail159,229 miles (+4,416)1 repaired2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,229 miles
    Test number
    185476287709
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner door shut corroded and holed by wing not considerd excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill corroded and holed not considerd structural
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryComplete underbody corrosion and suspention components
    • AdvisorySuspension bushes deteriorated but no movement decteded

  3. Pass154,813 miles (+4)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    154,813 miles
    Test number
    859814008940
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner door shut corroded and holed by wing not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill corroded and holed not considered structural
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension bushes deteriorated but no movement detected

  4. Fail154,809 miles (+5,970)1 dangerous2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,809 miles
    Test number
    278337621236
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner door shut corroded and holed by wing not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill corroded and holed not considered structural
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension bushes deteriorated but no movement detected

  5. Pass148,839 miles (+5,200)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    148,839 miles
    Test number
    211272961072
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s rear inner sill corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin corroded.
    • AdvisoryUnder side corroded.

  6. Pass143,639 miles (+4,592)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    143,639 miles
    Test number
    812616989387
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Handbrake low effort
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Slightly corroded (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass139,047 miles (+6,306)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    139,047 miles
    Test number
    599999119032
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass132,741 miles (+4,208)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    132,741 miles
    Test number
    426581054634
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on inner sills

  9. Pass128,533 miles (+5,382)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    128,533 miles
    Test number
    897034507148
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass123,151 miles (+2,419)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    123,151 miles
    Test number
    977552459850
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass120,732 miles (+7,249)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    120,732 miles
    Test number
    457582753196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight brake bind offside front

  12. Pass113,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    113,483 miles
    Test number
    269740565178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail113,483 miles (+384)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,483 miles
    Test number
    906587945102
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass113,099 miles (+25)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    113,099 miles
    Test number
    247270264185
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail113,074 miles (+6,336)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,074 miles
    Test number
    777307744123
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail106,738 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,738 miles
    Test number
    258809243441
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth outer sills corroded but not excessive

  17. Pass106,738 miles (+5,720)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    106,738 miles
    Test number
    717709643185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth outer sills corroded but not excessive

  18. Pass101,018 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    101,018 miles
    Test number
    756782332049
    • NoteJoin at centre to rear exhaust rusty.
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer rusty.

  19. Fail101,018 miles (+4,920)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,018 miles
    Test number
    995290732064
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteJoin at centre to rear exhaust rusty.
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer rusty.

  20. Pass96,098 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    96,098 miles
    Test number
    527656561102
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  21. Fail96,098 miles (+6,547)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,098 miles
    Test number
    955794761140
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  22. Pass89,551 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    89,551 miles
    Test number
    233132060484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  23. Fail89,551 miles (+4,292)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,551 miles
    Test number
    882180960114
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  24. Pass85,259 miles (+3,851)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    85,259 miles
    Test number
    340129559114
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront pads wearing low

  25. Pass81,408 miles (+3,930)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    81,408 miles
    Test number
    863010838155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split.nearside slight smear
    • NoteParking brake long hand brake travel ON LIMIT
    • NotePower steering pipes corroding
    • NoteRear silencer joint corroding

  26. Pass77,478 miles (+6,386)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    77,478 miles
    Test number
    760439927135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass71,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    71,092 miles
    Test number
    283365626449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T387 EHY

Does T387 EHY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T387 EHY expired on 26 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T387 EHY?
The MOT on T387 EHY expired on 26 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T387 EHY done?
T387 EHY was recorded at 159,229 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2025, an average of 4,709 miles a year.
Has T387 EHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T387 EHY has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T387 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 T387 EHY find?
T387 EHY passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2025 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 8 more.

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