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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T46 SHOMOT history

T46 SHO is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 6 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 103,131 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
103,131 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,378 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T46 SHO
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
6 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T46 SHO was last recorded at 103,131 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,123 miles · 10 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,378 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,131 miles
  • 2025 – 102,623 miles
  • 2024 – 100,264 miles
  • 2023 – 99,119 miles
  • 2022 – 97,707 miles
  • 2021 – 96,889 miles
  • 2020 – 96,226 miles
  • 2019 – 95,548 miles
  • 2018 – 95,249 miles
  • 2017 – 94,735 miles
  • 2016 – 93,692 miles
  • 2015 – 91,242 miles
  • 2014 – 74,272 miles
  • 2013 – 70,068 miles
  • 2011 – 63,236 miles
  • 2010 – 57,677 miles
  • 2009 – 48,315 miles
  • 2008 – 45,378 miles
  • 2007 – 41,418 miles
  • 2006 – 37,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,131 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFuel smell from engine bayRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicle rusty undersideRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg is corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Underside of vehicle and all suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,131 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    103,131 miles
    Test number
    470829845447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel smell from engine bay
    • AdvisoryVehicle rusty underside

  2. Fail103,123 miles (+500)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,123 miles
    Test number
    757986484826
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel smell from engine bay
    • AdvisoryVehicle rusty underside

  3. Pass102,623 miles (+55)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    102,623 miles
    Test number
    278288611193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg is corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle and all suspension components corroded

  4. Fail102,568 miles (+2,304)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,568 miles
    Test number
    334494869479
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Central box has minor leak of gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg is corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle and all suspension components corroded

  5. Pass100,264 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    100,264 miles
    Test number
    465870461038
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertray's fitted so can't fully inspect

  6. Fail100,258 miles (+1,139)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,258 miles
    Test number
    246252255577
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertray's fitted so can't fully inspect

  7. Pass99,119 miles (+1,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    99,119 miles
    Test number
    978364307544
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive in inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake requires adjustment

  8. Pass97,707 miles (+818)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    97,707 miles
    Test number
    317385942455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,889 miles (+663)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    96,889 miles
    Test number
    305735337220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass96,226 miles (+678)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    96,226 miles
    Test number
    474461416988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,548 miles (+299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    95,548 miles
    Test number
    817346602511
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass95,249 miles (+514)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    95,249 miles
    Test number
    912718671093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass94,735 miles (+1,043)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    94,735 miles
    Test number
    871820154408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass93,692 miles (+2,450)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    93,692 miles
    Test number
    811949882880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass91,242 miles (+5,598)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    91,242 miles
    Test number
    806355992410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass85,644 miles (+11,372)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    85,644 miles
    Test number
    135888425435
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass74,272 miles (+4,204)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    74,272 miles
    Test number
    779392834011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    70,068 miles
    Test number
    529552533083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail70,068 miles (+6,832)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,068 miles
    Test number
    918187713023
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass63,236 miles (+5,559)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    63,236 miles
    Test number
    756702791228
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass57,677 miles (+9,362)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    57,677 miles
    Test number
    934460110390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,315 miles (+2,937)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    48,315 miles
    Test number
    760076209366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,378 miles (+3,960)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    45,378 miles
    Test number
    940780718354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,418 miles (+3,946)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    41,418 miles
    Test number
    794022607366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,472 miles (+3,768)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    37,472 miles
    Test number
    804861516397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass33,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    33,704 miles
    Test number
    362501126080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T46 SHO

Does T46 SHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T46 SHO is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T46 SHO?
The MOT on T46 SHO is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T46 SHO done?
T46 SHO was recorded at 103,131 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 3,378 miles a year.
Has T46 SHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T46 SHO has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T46 SHO 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 T46 SHO find?
T46 SHO passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bushes; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bushes; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, and 2 more.

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