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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T488 VGAMOT history

T488 VGA is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Jun 2023 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 99,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jun 2023
Mileage
99,085 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2022
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,098 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T488 VGA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T488 VGA was last recorded at 99,085 miles on 2 Jun 2022, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,063 miles · 18 May 2022
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
1,098 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 99,085 miles
  • 2019 – 91,199 miles
  • 2018 – 89,514 miles
  • 2016 – 89,285 miles
  • 2015 – 88,146 miles
  • 2014 – 86,126 miles
  • 2011 – 85,884 miles
  • 2010 – 85,535 miles
  • 2009 – 85,359 miles
  • 2008 – 85,035 miles
  • 2007 – 84,777 miles
  • 2006 – 81,200 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,085 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Body has slight corrosion underside and components, incl sills (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Needs a battery

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,085 miles (+22)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    99,085 miles
    Test number
    756866861960
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail99,063 miles (+7,864)3 dangerous9 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,063 miles
    Test number
    922608682443
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail hose is clamped (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill middle and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,199 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    91,199 miles
    Test number
    995767832343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail91,186 miles (+1,672)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,186 miles
    Test number
    449733719432
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes hoses and components under sealed
    • AdvisorySuspension components rusty

  5. Pass89,514 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,514 miles
    Test number
    530111190472
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion underside and components, incl sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNeeds a battery

  6. Fail89,513 miles (+228)2 failures3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,513 miles
    Test number
    329234024065
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake binding both (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion underside and components, incl sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNeeds a battery

  7. Pass89,285 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    89,285 miles
    Test number
    792057003586
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes grease cover
    • AdvisoryUnderside and components corroded

  8. Fail89,285 miles (+1,139)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,285 miles
    Test number
    874471497641
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes grease cover
    • AdvisoryUnderside and components corroded

  9. Pass88,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    88,146 miles
    Test number
    267329145410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail88,146 miles (+2,020)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,146 miles
    Test number
    298939045159
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  11. Pass86,126 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    86,126 miles
    Test number
    228179744437
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOuter sills corroded but not holed

  12. Fail86,126 miles (+242)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,126 miles
    Test number
    527189044156
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOuter sills corroded but not holed

  13. Pass85,884 miles (+349)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    85,884 miles
    Test number
    478828431115
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Pass85,535 miles (+176)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    85,535 miles
    Test number
    452101540136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass85,359 miles (+324)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    85,359 miles
    Test number
    921409839137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass85,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    85,035 miles
    Test number
    200410348103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail85,035 miles (+258)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,035 miles
    Test number
    321470148172
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass84,777 miles (+3,577)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    84,777 miles
    Test number
    431334767093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass81,200 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    81,200 miles
    Test number
    411187846017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail81,199 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,199 miles
    Test number
    782146746078
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about T488 VGA

Does T488 VGA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T488 VGA expired on 1 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T488 VGA?
The MOT on T488 VGA expired on 1 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T488 VGA done?
T488 VGA was recorded at 99,085 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2022, an average of 1,098 miles a year.
Has T488 VGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T488 VGA has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T488 VGA 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 T488 VGA find?
T488 VGA passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive.

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