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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T393 NVXMOT history

T393 NVX is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 25 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 May 2024 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 109,133 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 May 2024
Mileage
109,133 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2024
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,820 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T393 NVX
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
25 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 May 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T393 NVX was last recorded at 109,133 miles on 23 Jul 2024, 7,403 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,730 miles · 11 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
7,403 miles
Average per year
3,820 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 109,133 miles
  • 2023 – 101,730 miles
  • 2022 – 96,413 miles
  • 2018 – 95,219 miles
  • 2017 – 94,887 miles
  • 2016 – 92,912 miles
  • 2015 – 90,242 miles
  • 2014 – 88,898 miles
  • 2013 – 87,431 miles
  • 2012 – 85,514 miles
  • 2011 – 84,236 miles
  • 2010 – 80,799 miles
  • 2009 – 71,658 miles
  • 2008 – 62,985 miles
  • 2007 – 49,677 miles
  • 2006 – 40,575 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail109,133 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front inner wing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Inner wing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front accident damage to the wing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail109,133 miles (+7,403)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,133 miles
    Test number
    336355387634
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass101,730 miles1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    101,730 miles
    Test number
    157431629613
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in between treads (195/50x15) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti slip slight wear (clutch pedal anti slip missing)
    • AdvisoryFront lower suspension arms both ball joint dust covers deteriorating
    • AdvisoryHandbrake slight travel
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake disc discolouring
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel binding on
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath on some components and under body

  3. Fail101,726 miles (+5,313)1 major1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,726 miles
    Test number
    946378015142
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in between treads (195/50x15) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti slip slight wear (clutch pedal anti slip missing)
    • AdvisoryCo level high on idle
    • AdvisoryFront lower suspension arms both ball joint dust covers deteriorating
    • AdvisoryHandbrake slight travel
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake disc discolouring
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel binding on
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath on some components and under body

  4. Pass96,413 miles (+1,194)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    96,413 miles
    Test number
    255847292226
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion suspension components

  5. Pass95,219 miles (+29)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    95,219 miles
    Test number
    648754471114
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front accident damage to the wing
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorbers are heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryAll suspension arms are heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryAll tyres are perished
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes are heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious items have been heavily greased eg brake pipes

  6. Fail95,190 miles (+303)6 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,190 miles
    Test number
    287311372561
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front accident damage to the wing
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorbers are heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryAll suspension arms are heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryAll tyres are perished
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes are heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious items have been heavily greased eg brake pipes

  7. Pass94,887 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    94,887 miles
    Test number
    162127228630
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBody damage o/s/front
    • AdvisoryRear brakes uneven but met mot limits
    • AdvisoryUnderside components/ piping/power steering piping very surface corroded.

  8. Fail94,886 miles (+1,974)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,886 miles
    Test number
    257506824023
    • FailureEmissions not tested major leak of exhaust (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases both rear sections (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBody damage o/s/front
    • AdvisoryRear brakes uneven but met mot limits
    • AdvisoryUnderside components/ piping/power steering piping very surface corroded.

  9. Pass92,912 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    92,912 miles
    Test number
    616875875436
    • AdvisoryN/S/R BRAKE RECORDS A LOW EFFORT AND DISC WORN
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE FRONT CHASSIS CORRODED BUT NOT YET MOT FAILURE
    • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE COMPONENTS VERY SURFACE RUSTED

  10. Fail92,912 miles (+2,670)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,912 miles
    Test number
    408872599725
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryN/S/R BRAKE RECORDS A LOW EFFORT AND DISC WORN
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE FRONT CHASSIS CORRODED BUT NOT YET MOT FAILURE
    • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE COMPONENTS VERY SURFACE RUSTED

  11. Pass90,242 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    90,242 miles
    Test number
    519255625224
    • NoteUnderside of car very surface rusted/brake hose ferrules/piping/suspension components.

  12. Fail90,242 miles (+1,344)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,242 miles
    Test number
    468613125204
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteUnderside of car very surface rusted/brake hose ferrules/piping/suspension components.

  13. Pass88,898 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    88,898 miles
    Test number
    319975644408
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • NoteClutch pedal anti-slip missing,brake pedal anti-slip worn
    • NoteFront wipers perished
    • NoteGeneral corrosion under vehicle
    • NoteJust passed emissions test
    • NoteO/s/r brake caliper damp around park brake mech.

  14. Fail88,898 miles (+1,467)1 repaired1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,898 miles
    Test number
    776945144287
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • NoteClutch pedal anti-slip missing,brake pedal anti-slip worn
    • NoteFront wipers perished
    • NoteGeneral corrosion under vehicle
    • NoteJust passed emissions test
    • NoteO/s/r brake caliper damp around park brake mech.

  15. Pass87,431 miles (+1,917)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    87,431 miles
    Test number
    697818823299
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass85,514 miles (+1,278)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    85,514 miles
    Test number
    176496822274
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCar just met mot emmisions..suspect cat?? underside of car/suspensions/brake piping and brake hose ferrules are rusted,subframes surface rusted...

  17. Pass84,236 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    84,236 miles
    Test number
    165073321235
    • NoteFront and rear subframes rusty
    • NoteMid to rear exhaust slight leak of gases
    • NoteO/s/r brake pads getting low

  18. Fail84,236 miles (+3,437)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,236 miles
    Test number
    675653321239
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteFront and rear subframes rusty
    • NoteMid to rear exhaust slight leak of gases
    • NoteO/s/r brake pads getting low

  19. Pass80,799 miles1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    80,799 miles
    Test number
    290633220241
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAnti-slip provision on brake pedal worn
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn low to inner edges
    • NoteExhaust system very rusty
    • NoteFront flexible brake hoses perrished
    • NoteO/s/f inner brake pad worn low
    • NoteSlight brake bind to o/s/r wheel
    • NoteWipers in poor condition

  20. Fail80,799 miles (+9,141)1 failure1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,799 miles
    Test number
    514822720276
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAnti-slip provision on brake pedal worn
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn low to inner edges
    • NoteExhaust system very rusty
    • NoteFront flexible brake hoses perrished
    • NoteO/s/f inner brake pad worn low
    • NoteSlight brake bind to o/s/r wheel
    • NoteWipers in poor condition

  21. Pass71,658 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    71,658 miles
    Test number
    103995009208
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail71,658 miles (+8,673)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,658 miles
    Test number
    963254209275
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOff side front tyre under inflated

  23. Pass62,985 miles (+13,308)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    62,985 miles
    Test number
    193948028282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass49,677 miles (+9,102)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    49,677 miles
    Test number
    291035327220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass40,575 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    40,575 miles
    Test number
    734573826203
    • NoteStone chip in screen in zone b

Questions about T393 NVX

Does T393 NVX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T393 NVX expired on 4 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T393 NVX?
The MOT on T393 NVX expired on 4 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T393 NVX done?
T393 NVX was recorded at 109,133 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2024, an average of 3,820 miles a year.
Has T393 NVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T393 NVX has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T393 NVX 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 T393 NVX find?
T393 NVX failed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2024 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; front brakes imbalanced across an axle, and 10 more.

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