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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T465 VVXMOT history

T465 VVX is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 13 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2023 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 80,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2023
Mileage
80,796 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2022
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,868 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T465 VVX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T465 VVX was last recorded at 80,796 miles on 22 Dec 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Feb 2012: 49,071 miles, lower than 59,056 miles on 26 Jan 2011.

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
80,795 miles · 13 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 80,796 miles
  • 2021 – 79,517 miles
  • 2019 – 78,329 miles
  • 2018 – 76,649 miles
  • 2017 – 72,843 miles
  • 2016 – 68,388 miles
  • 2015 – 67,464 miles
  • 2013 – 63,848 miles
  • 2012 – 49,071 miles
  • 2011 – 59,056 miles
  • 2010 – 54,803 miles
  • 2009 – 48,897 miles
  • 2008 – 42,921 miles
  • 2007 – 38,647 miles
  • 2006 – 32,183 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,796 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Exterior body corroded but affecting steering, braking or body mountings.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • FRONT NUMBER PLATE SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,796 miles (+1)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    80,796 miles
    Test number
    691347346702
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail80,795 miles (+1,278)4 major4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,795 miles
    Test number
    529587162117
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExterior body corroded but not affecting structural rigidity, brakes or steering
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass79,517 miles (+1,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    79,517 miles
    Test number
    957464449341
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass78,329 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,329 miles
    Test number
    445323089785
    • AdvisoryExterior body corroded but affecting steering, braking or body mountings.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail78,329 miles (+1,680)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,329 miles
    Test number
    260961461034
    • MajorNearside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExterior body corroded but affecting steering, braking or body mountings.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass76,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    76,649 miles
    Test number
    597786940599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail76,649 miles (+8)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,649 miles
    Test number
    557974520372
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords INNER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS WORN AND CORRODED ON BOTH SIDES OF DISCS
    • AdvisoryFRONT NUMBER PLATE SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

  8. Fail76,641 miles (+3,798)11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,641 miles
    Test number
    863601482956
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  9. Pass72,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    72,843 miles
    Test number
    840981713348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail72,843 miles (+4,455)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,843 miles
    Test number
    103665731215
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass68,388 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    68,388 miles
    Test number
    552146058596
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN AND CORRODED
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT LOWER ARMS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS WORN AND CORRODED
    • AdvisoryBOTH REARS OF OUTER SILL PANELS CORRODED AND GETTING THIN
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW MORE ON OFFSIDE FRONT
    • AdvisoryFRONT NUMBER PLATE SLIGHTLY DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE OUTER FLOOR PANEL TO SILL PANEL CORRODED AND HOLED

  12. Fail68,388 miles (+924)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,388 miles
    Test number
    837023009596
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN AND CORRODED
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT LOWER ARMS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS WORN AND CORRODED
    • AdvisoryBOTH REARS OF OUTER SILL PANELS CORRODED AND GETTING THIN
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW MORE ON OFFSIDE FRONT
    • AdvisoryFRONT NUMBER PLATE SLIGHTLY DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE OUTER FLOOR PANEL TO SILL PANEL CORRODED AND HOLED

  13. Fail67,464 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,464 miles
    Test number
    115182225472
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT LOWER ARMS CORRODED
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES SLIGHTLY PERRISHED ON TREAD
    • NoteBOTH REARS OF OUTER SILL PANELS CORRODED AND GETTING THIN
    • NoteFRONT NUMBER PLATE SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

  14. Pass67,464 miles (+3,616)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    67,464 miles
    Test number
    248302325054
    • NoteBOTH FRONT LOWER ARMS CORRODED
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES SLIGHTLY PERRISHED ON TREAD
    • NoteBOTH REARS OF OUTER SILL PANELS CORRODED AND GETTING THIN
    • NoteFRONT NUMBER PLATE SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

  15. Pass63,848 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    63,848 miles
    Test number
    108495413478
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear outer sills corroded

  16. Fail63,848 miles (+14,777)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,848 miles
    Test number
    627965913097
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear outer sills corroded

  17. Pass49,071 miles (-9,985)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    49,071 miles
    Test number
    738425242003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,056 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    59,056 miles
    Test number
    325616621057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail59,048 miles (+4,245)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,048 miles
    Test number
    656464621057
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass54,803 miles (+5,906)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    54,803 miles
    Test number
    921717420074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,897 miles (+5,976)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    48,897 miles
    Test number
    122603339054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,921 miles (+4,274)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    42,921 miles
    Test number
    674677808085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePark brake reserve travel close to mot limit

  23. Pass38,647 miles (+6,464)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    38,647 miles
    Test number
    151129007442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,183 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    32,183 miles
    Test number
    721010216060
    • NoteHand brake reserve travel on mot limit

Questions about T465 VVX

Does T465 VVX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T465 VVX expired on 21 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T465 VVX?
The MOT on T465 VVX expired on 21 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T465 VVX done?
T465 VVX was recorded at 80,796 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2022, an average of 2,868 miles a year.
Has T465 VVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T465 VVX has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on T465 VVX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Feb 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T465 VVX find?
T465 VVX passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2022 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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