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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T388 WEVMOT history

T388 WEV is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 75,896 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
75,896 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,678 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T388 WEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T388 WEV was last recorded at 75,896 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 332 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,564 miles · 8 Aug 2018
Between the last two tests
332 miles
Average per year
1,678 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,896 miles
  • 2018 – 75,564 miles
  • 2017 – 70,361 miles
  • 2016 – 65,758 miles
  • 2015 – 63,772 miles
  • 2014 – 62,677 miles
  • 2013 – 61,614 miles
  • 2012 – 60,550 miles
  • 2011 – 55,775 miles
  • 2010 – 55,492 miles
  • 2009 – 52,542 miles
  • 2008 – 49,303 miles
  • 2007 – 44,223 miles
  • 2006 – 42,284 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,896 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 louder than normal but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

  • Front and rear brake flex hose ferrules rusted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

  • Front and rear suspension arms rusted and heavily painted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

  • Front suspension ball joint boots perished

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

  • Sill covers fitted at the time of the inspection preventing a full inspection of the outer sills

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,896 miles (+332)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    75,896 miles
    Test number
    890008219098
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass75,564 miles (+29)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    75,564 miles
    Test number
    280947847423
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Fronts and front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust louder than normal but not excessively
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake flex hose ferrules rusted
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension arms rusted and heavily painted
    • AdvisoryFront suspension ball joint boots perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted at the time of the inspection preventing a full inspection of the outer sills

  3. Fail75,535 miles1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,535 miles
    Test number
    426823563199
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Fronts and fronts to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust louder than normal but not excessively
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake flex hose ferrules rusted
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension arms rusted and heavily painted
    • AdvisoryFront suspension ball joint boots perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted at the time of the inspection preventing a full inspection of the outer sills

  4. Fail75,535 miles (+5,174)8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,535 miles
    Test number
    646906057597
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam Both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Fronts and fronts to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust louder than normal but not excessively
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake flex hose ferrules rusted
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension arms rusted and heavily painted
    • AdvisoryFront suspension ball joint boots perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted at the time of the inspection preventing a full inspection of the outer sills

  5. Pass70,361 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    70,361 miles
    Test number
    423189938755
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  6. Fail70,359 miles (+4,601)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,359 miles
    Test number
    628656714313
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  7. Pass65,758 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    65,758 miles
    Test number
    390367103590
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail65,743 miles (+1,971)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,743 miles
    Test number
    441392403475
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement brake binding (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis rail (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis rail (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass63,772 miles (+1,095)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    63,772 miles
    Test number
    557469005201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,677 miles (+1,063)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    62,677 miles
    Test number
    229881484190
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBothside front head lamp lens tarnished- can be cleaned.
    • NoteBothside rear brake pad/s inner face wearing thin.
    • NoteBothside rear brake pipe/s to brake hose are corroded.
    • NoteDriver side wiper blade smearing screen- should replace.
    • NotePower steering pipe/s -to steering rack are badly corroded.

  11. Pass61,614 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    61,614 miles
    Test number
    819828963183
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre rear brakelight not working
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  12. Fail61,614 miles (+1,064)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,614 miles
    Test number
    306888263152
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre rear brakelight not working
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  13. Pass60,550 miles (+4,775)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    60,550 miles
    Test number
    737227072199
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  14. Pass55,775 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    55,775 miles
    Test number
    108118671162
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear discs slightly pitted

  15. Fail55,775 miles (+283)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,775 miles
    Test number
    478176071139
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear discs slightly pitted

  16. Pass55,492 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    55,492 miles
    Test number
    221932480133
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail55,486 miles (+2,944)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,486 miles
    Test number
    280372380133
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass52,542 miles (+3,239)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    52,542 miles
    Test number
    353580479103
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  19. Pass49,303 miles (+5,080)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    49,303 miles
    Test number
    261215558142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,223 miles (+1,939)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    44,223 miles
    Test number
    103035867128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass42,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    42,284 miles
    Test number
    920314646188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T388 WEV

Does T388 WEV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T388 WEV is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T388 WEV?
The MOT on T388 WEV is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T388 WEV done?
T388 WEV was recorded at 75,896 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 1,678 miles a year.
Has T388 WEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T388 WEV has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on T388 WEV 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 T388 WEV find?
T388 WEV passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust noisy; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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