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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T493 CSSMOT history

T493 CSS is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 11 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2025 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 81,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2025
Mileage
81,410 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2024
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T493 CSS
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
11 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T493 CSS was last recorded at 81,410 miles on 29 Jul 2024, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,403 miles · 26 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 81,410 miles
  • 2023 – 76,435 miles
  • 2022 – 73,579 miles
  • 2021 – 71,177 miles
  • 2019 – 70,125 miles
  • 2018 – 65,754 miles
  • 2017 – 56,715 miles
  • 2016 – 50,064 miles
  • 2013 – 50,044 miles
  • 2012 – 50,027 miles
  • 2011 – 48,871 miles
  • 2010 – 48,098 miles
  • 2009 – 47,509 miles
  • 2008 – 45,595 miles
  • 2007 – 43,312 miles
  • 2006 – 37,272 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,410 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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • No mil light

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Slight travel on foot brake

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Under car and suspension parts rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,410 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    81,410 miles
    Test number
    246518438926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail81,403 miles (+4,968)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,403 miles
    Test number
    685154200461
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass76,435 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    76,435 miles
    Test number
    474878249094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail76,428 miles (+2,849)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,428 miles
    Test number
    295058090055
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  5. Pass73,579 miles (+129)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    73,579 miles
    Test number
    887729465909
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms front, rear, uppers and lowers (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s outer sill appears to have been filled

  6. Fail73,450 miles (+2,273)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,450 miles
    Test number
    737569065020
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner wall split exposing cords(195/50R15) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements Rear fog light does not remain on. (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Corroded/Hole in floor below drivers seat. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Damage/Split in floor below rear of drivers seat. (7.1.1 (a) (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))

  7. Pass71,177 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2022
    Odometer
    71,177 miles
    Test number
    732420779502
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryNo mil light
    • AdvisorySlight travel on foot brake
    • AdvisoryUnder car and suspension parts rusty

  8. Fail71,172 miles (+1,047)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,172 miles
    Test number
    401378469260
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryNo mil light
    • AdvisorySlight travel on foot brake
    • AdvisoryUnder car and suspension parts rusty

  9. Pass70,125 miles (+4,371)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    70,125 miles
    Test number
    212914189485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,754 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    65,754 miles
    Test number
    683406371534
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail65,754 miles (+9,039)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,754 miles
    Test number
    756110742845
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass56,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    56,715 miles
    Test number
    683656068426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail56,715 miles (+6,651)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,715 miles
    Test number
    453689335819
    • 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)

  14. Pass50,064 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    50,064 miles
    Test number
    983143253820
    • AdvisoryTyres have small cracks

  15. Fail50,064 miles (+20)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,064 miles
    Test number
    618886826690
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryTyres have small cracks

  16. Fail50,044 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,044 miles
    Test number
    107172263119
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteCorrosion treated on under side of vehicle.
    • NoteRear brake discs scaled.

  17. Pass50,044 miles (+17)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    50,044 miles
    Test number
    349282563134
    • NoteCorrosion treated on under side of vehicle.
    • NoteRear brake discs scaled.

  18. Fail50,027 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,027 miles
    Test number
    766310472192
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteAdvise re-waxoyl of underside of vehicle.

  19. Pass50,027 miles (+1,156)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    50,027 miles
    Test number
    816270172107
    • NoteAdvise re-waxoyl of underside of vehicle.

  20. Pass48,871 miles (+773)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    48,871 miles
    Test number
    526812531126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,098 miles (+589)4 dangerous4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,098 miles
    Test number
    574757860212
    • DangerousNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • NoteBoth front and rear suspension parts correded

  22. Pass47,509 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    47,509 miles
    Test number
    603902429317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail47,508 miles (+1,913)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,508 miles
    Test number
    663186809322
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteBrake pipes coated in copper slip not allowing a full inspection

  24. Pass45,595 miles (+2,283)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    45,595 miles
    Test number
    751490388294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    43,312 miles
    Test number
    681900957102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail43,312 miles (+6,040)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,312 miles
    Test number
    952990757111
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  27. Pass37,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    37,272 miles
    Test number
    430941556193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail37,272 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,272 miles
    Test number
    594761456184
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Questions about T493 CSS

Does T493 CSS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T493 CSS expired on 28 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T493 CSS?
The MOT on T493 CSS expired on 28 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T493 CSS done?
T493 CSS was recorded at 81,410 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2024, an average of 2,430 miles a year.
Has T493 CSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T493 CSS has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T493 CSS 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 T493 CSS find?
T493 CSS passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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