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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T397 VNOMOT history

T397 VNO is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 155,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
155,109 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,451 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T397 VNO
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
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T397 VNO was last recorded at 155,109 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 8,152 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Sept 2020: 119,344 miles, lower than 125,817 miles on 6 Aug 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
146,957 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,152 miles
Average per year
5,451 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,109 miles
  • 2025 – 146,957 miles
  • 2024 – 146,935 miles
  • 2022 – 133,896 miles
  • 2021 – 132,489 miles
  • 2020 – 119,344 miles
  • 2019 – 125,817 miles
  • 2018 – 122,000 miles
  • 2017 – 118,020 miles
  • 2016 – 113,857 miles
  • 2015 – 109,379 miles
  • 2014 – 105,609 miles
  • 2013 – 100,839 miles
  • 2012 – 94,438 miles
  • 2011 – 86,970 miles
  • 2010 – 78,168 miles
  • 2009 – 71,810 miles
  • 2008 – 62,647 miles
  • 2007 – 54,340 miles
  • 2006 – 44,635 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,109 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass155,109 miles (+8,152)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    155,109 miles
    Test number
    317260745294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass146,957 miles (+22)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    146,957 miles
    Test number
    170212994018
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail146,935 miles (+13,039)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,935 miles
    Test number
    859886876508
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits running rough idle to high (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass133,896 miles (+9)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    133,896 miles
    Test number
    465967833904
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre and rear exhaust flanges blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail / inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail133,887 miles (+1,398)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,887 miles
    Test number
    659485500112
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass132,489 miles (+13,145)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    132,489 miles
    Test number
    395678871938
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass119,344 miles (-6,473)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    119,344 miles
    Test number
    904445584724
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass125,817 miles (+3,817)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    125,817 miles
    Test number
    630907217465
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking

  9. Pass122,000 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    122,000 miles
    Test number
    565498410501
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail122,000 miles (+3,980)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,000 miles
    Test number
    219064336503
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass118,020 miles (+4,163)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    118,020 miles
    Test number
    996380171266
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition

  12. Pass113,857 miles (+4,478)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    113,857 miles
    Test number
    609122848019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass109,379 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    109,379 miles
    Test number
    274187935998
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail109,379 miles (+3,770)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,379 miles
    Test number
    106668164606
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass105,609 miles (+4,770)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    105,609 miles
    Test number
    715629264165
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracked on sidewalls and also worn inner tread
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracked between tread

  16. Pass100,839 miles (+6,401)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    100,839 miles
    Test number
    909198423108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass94,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    94,438 miles
    Test number
    109055612171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail94,438 miles (+7,468)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,438 miles
    Test number
    816305712199
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Fail86,970 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,970 miles
    Test number
    259931331138
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass86,970 miles (+8,802)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    86,970 miles
    Test number
    498711731131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail78,168 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,168 miles
    Test number
    324502210173
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass78,168 miles (+6,358)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    78,168 miles
    Test number
    510672210152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass71,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    71,810 miles
    Test number
    294563019139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail71,810 miles (+9,163)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,810 miles
    Test number
    932023019186
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

  25. Fail62,647 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,647 miles
    Test number
    353663018142
    • 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)

  26. Pass62,647 miles (+8,307)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    62,647 miles
    Test number
    581443218105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass54,340 miles (+9,705)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    54,340 miles
    Test number
    740425617125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass44,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    44,635 miles
    Test number
    733047016119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T397 VNO

Does T397 VNO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T397 VNO is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T397 VNO?
The MOT on T397 VNO is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T397 VNO done?
T397 VNO was recorded at 155,109 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 5,451 miles a year.
Has T397 VNO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T397 VNO has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T397 VNO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Sept 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T397 VNO find?
T397 VNO passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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