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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T391 DLYMOT history

T391 DLY is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 12 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 89,091 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Apr 2023
Mileage
89,091 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T391 DLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T391 DLY was last recorded at 89,091 miles on 7 Apr 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,091 miles · 6 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 89,091 miles
  • 2021 – 89,072 miles
  • 2018 – 88,043 miles
  • 2017 – 86,938 miles
  • 2016 – 81,499 miles
  • 2015 – 78,855 miles
  • 2014 – 74,271 miles
  • 2013 – 66,942 miles
  • 2012 – 60,744 miles
  • 2011 – 50,744 miles
  • 2010 – 49,169 miles
  • 2009 – 44,979 miles
  • 2008 – 40,539 miles
  • 2007 – 37,122 miles
  • 2006 – 33,658 miles
  • 2005 – 30,520 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,091 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Front & Rear, Upper & Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All front and rear rubber bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear tyre has cracks between treads

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,091 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    89,091 miles
    Test number
    529391744561
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Front & Rear, Upper & Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All front and rear rubber bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail89,091 miles (+19)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,091 miles
    Test number
    750823750887
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Front & Rear, Upper & Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All front and rear rubber bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail89,072 miles (+13)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,072 miles
    Test number
    320445742368
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail89,059 miles (+1,016)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,059 miles
    Test number
    240821992319
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill heavily corroded (double skinned)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass88,043 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    88,043 miles
    Test number
    747193869183
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has cracks between treads
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have cracks between the treads

  6. Fail88,043 miles (+1,105)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,043 miles
    Test number
    705533531563
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has cracks between treads
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have cracks between the treads

  7. Pass86,938 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    86,938 miles
    Test number
    294693476909
    • AdvisoryFront tyres slightly cracked and perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top suspension arm mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded strongly advise (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strongly advise (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  8. Fail86,937 miles (+5,438)6 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,937 miles
    Test number
    454030925716
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres slightly cracked and perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top suspension arm mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded strongly advise (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strongly advise (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  9. Pass81,499 miles (+2,644)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    81,499 miles
    Test number
    359271085143
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Offside & nearside (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass78,855 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    78,855 miles
    Test number
    529209875047
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteChip in nearside windscreen
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail78,855 miles1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,855 miles
    Test number
    929149075002
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre very slightly worn on outer tether
    • NoteSmall cut in offside rear tyre tread

  12. Pass78,855 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    78,855 miles
    Test number
    485188075099
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSmall chip in nearside windscreen
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail78,855 miles (+4,584)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,855 miles
    Test number
    118798275455
    • FailureNearside Electrical wiring deteriorated and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSmall chip in nearside windscreen
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass74,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    74,271 miles
    Test number
    478030784058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail74,271 miles (+7,329)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,271 miles
    Test number
    357859574029
    • 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 has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Fail66,942 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,942 miles
    Test number
    188283963091
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass66,942 miles (+6,198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    66,942 miles
    Test number
    886963863007
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass60,744 miles (+10,000)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    60,744 miles
    Test number
    416580272045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,744 miles (+1,575)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,744 miles
    Test number
    137791981024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,169 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    49,169 miles
    Test number
    932292880117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail49,156 miles (+4,177)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,156 miles
    Test number
    264001580420
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  22. Pass44,979 miles (+4,440)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    44,979 miles
    Test number
    803810379106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,539 miles (+3,417)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    40,539 miles
    Test number
    820080678162
    • NoteRear box joint sealed for emissions test

  24. Pass37,122 miles (+3,464)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    37,122 miles
    Test number
    782964487193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,658 miles (+3,138)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    33,658 miles
    Test number
    671786186165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,520 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    30,520 miles
    Test number
    282797985416
    • NoteTyres perished †stone chip in passenger swept area

Questions about T391 DLY

Does T391 DLY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T391 DLY expired on 6 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T391 DLY?
The MOT on T391 DLY expired on 6 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T391 DLY done?
T391 DLY was recorded at 89,091 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2022, an average of 3,496 miles a year.
Has T391 DLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T391 DLY has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T391 DLY 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 T391 DLY find?
T391 DLY passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2022 with 5 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive; sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear, and 2 more.

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