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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T401 TTNMOT history

T401 TTN is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 118,334 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Feb 2023
Mileage
118,334 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,817 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T401 TTN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T401 TTN was last recorded at 118,334 miles on 18 Feb 2022, 1,625 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Apr 2019: 116,686 miles, lower than 135,565 miles on 8 Nov 2017.

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
116,709 miles · 1 Apr 2020
Between the last two tests
1,625 miles
Average per year
4,817 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 118,334 miles
  • 2020 – 116,709 miles
  • 2019 – 116,686 miles
  • 2017 – 135,565 miles
  • 2016 – 114,103 miles
  • 2015 – 113,671 miles
  • 2014 – 110,103 miles
  • 2013 – 104,545 miles
  • 2012 – 100,537 miles
  • 2011 – 96,465 miles
  • 2010 – 83,658 miles
  • 2009 – 76,330 miles
  • 2008 – 62,550 miles
  • 2007 – 56,252 miles
  • 2006 – 46,894 miles
  • 2005 – 37,915 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,334 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes have some corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Exhaust mounting defective 1of 2 mounting rubbers defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNo emissions results due to engine conversion
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor...inner sills and chassis have corrosion and have been covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,334 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    118,334 miles
    Test number
    126032803948
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes have some corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Exhaust mounting defective 1of 2 mounting rubbers defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo emissions results due to engine conversion
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor...inner sills and chassis have corrosion and have been covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail118,334 miles (+1,625)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,334 miles
    Test number
    902247191476
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Lower Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes have some corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Exhaust mounting defective 1of 2 mounting rubbers defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo emissions results due to engine conversion
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor...inner sills and chassis have corrosion and have been covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass116,709 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    116,709 miles
    Test number
    788270385071
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass116,686 miles (-18,879)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    116,686 miles
    Test number
    892215295146
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass135,565 miles (+21,462)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    135,565 miles
    Test number
    885300358716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass114,103 miles (+432)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    114,103 miles
    Test number
    765433085571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass113,671 miles (+3,568)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    113,671 miles
    Test number
    788162307408
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Steering Rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  8. Fail110,103 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,103 miles
    Test number
    616378364295
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  9. Pass110,103 miles (+5,558)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    110,103 miles
    Test number
    966098064211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,545 miles (+156)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    104,545 miles
    Test number
    279943543280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail104,389 miles (+3,852)11 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,389 miles
    Test number
    497608063197
    • 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 Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass100,537 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    100,537 miles
    Test number
    229193172459
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Fail100,536 miles (+4,071)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,536 miles
    Test number
    406056762130
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Pass96,465 miles (+1)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    96,465 miles
    Test number
    985949771188
    • NoteEngine undertray insecure
    • NoteO/s rear wheel rim damaged
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted and corroded pads low

  15. Fail96,464 miles (+12,806)6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,464 miles
    Test number
    595901271146
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine undertray insecure
    • NoteO/s rear wheel rim damaged
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted and corroded pads low

  16. Pass83,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    83,658 miles
    Test number
    244312060143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail83,658 miles (+7,328)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,658 miles
    Test number
    793701960136
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureLower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass76,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    76,330 miles
    Test number
    504839559141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail76,330 miles (+13,780)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,330 miles
    Test number
    202409159444
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteHand brake high

  20. Pass62,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    62,550 miles
    Test number
    774368968165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail62,550 miles (+6,298)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,550 miles
    Test number
    613858468137
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass56,252 miles (+9,358)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    56,252 miles
    Test number
    582869567101
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass46,894 miles (+8,979)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    46,894 miles
    Test number
    460061666166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,915 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    37,915 miles
    Test number
    720090265122
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T401 TTN

Does T401 TTN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T401 TTN expired on 17 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T401 TTN?
The MOT on T401 TTN expired on 17 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T401 TTN done?
T401 TTN was recorded at 118,334 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2022, an average of 4,817 miles a year.
Has T401 TTN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T401 TTN has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T401 TTN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Apr 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T401 TTN find?
T401 TTN passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes have some corrosion; central rear lower exhaust mounting defective 1of 2 mounting rubbers defective, and 3 more.

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