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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T504 SDLMOT history

T504 SDL is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Apr 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 113,295 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Apr 2024
Mileage
113,295 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T504 SDL
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
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T504 SDL was last recorded at 113,295 miles on 18 Apr 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Apr 2023: 113,295 miles, lower than 141,069 miles on 17 Dec 2022.

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
141,069 miles · 17 Dec 2022
Average per year
4,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 113,295 miles
  • 2022 – 141,069 miles
  • 2021 – 138,620 miles
  • 2019 – 133,052 miles
  • 2018 – 111,985 miles
  • 2017 – 96,799 miles
  • 2016 – 89,107 miles
  • 2015 – 86,423 miles
  • 2014 – 84,471 miles
  • 2013 – 78,636 miles
  • 2012 – 72,408 miles
  • 2011 – 66,189 miles
  • 2010 – 66,157 miles
  • 2009 – 58,438 miles
  • 2008 – 47,158 miles
  • 2007 – 44,095 miles
  • 2006 – 39,678 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,295 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Exhaust corroded,and heat shield deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint Both (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,295 miles (-27,774)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    113,295 miles
    Test number
    419887287213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass141,069 miles (+2,449)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    141,069 miles
    Test number
    598456607112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass138,620 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    138,620 miles
    Test number
    447032965309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail138,613 miles (+5,561)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,613 miles
    Test number
    367687902516
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass133,052 miles (+21,067)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    133,052 miles
    Test number
    828863738298
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass111,985 miles (+15,186)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    111,985 miles
    Test number
    361815108401
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  7. Pass96,799 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    96,799 miles
    Test number
    366936196887
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded,and heat shield deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint Both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 90 % worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front and rear (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR (3.5.1i)

  8. Fail96,799 miles (+7,692)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,799 miles
    Test number
    987086375186
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded,and heat shield deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint Both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 90 % worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front and rear (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass89,107 miles (+12)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    89,107 miles
    Test number
    432665729691
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light inop
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip worn
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail89,095 miles (+2,672)6 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,095 miles
    Test number
    472576919044
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear tail pipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor to sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light inop
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip worn
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass86,423 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    86,423 miles
    Test number
    117712735156
    • NoteBoth rear outer sills corroded but double skinned
    • NoteOther areas of underbody corrosion not excessive at this time

  12. Fail86,423 miles (+1,952)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,423 miles
    Test number
    107402935179
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear outer sills corroded but double skinned
    • NoteOther areas of underbody corrosion not excessive at this time

  13. Pass84,471 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    84,471 miles
    Test number
    986274254131
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteHeavy surface corrosion to suspension components

  14. Fail84,471 miles (+5,835)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,471 miles
    Test number
    268823554119
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteHeavy surface corrosion to suspension components

  15. Pass78,636 miles (+6,228)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    78,636 miles
    Test number
    876243333157
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Pass72,408 miles (+6,219)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    72,408 miles
    Test number
    807769642160
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade streaking screen slighty.

  17. Pass66,189 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    66,189 miles
    Test number
    848551651131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,157 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    66,157 miles
    Test number
    383452370403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  19. Fail66,157 miles (+7,719)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,157 miles
    Test number
    750492370236
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  20. Fail58,438 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,438 miles
    Test number
    204252539387
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass58,438 miles (+11,280)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    58,438 miles
    Test number
    890022439324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,158 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    47,158 miles
    Test number
    792596328399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail47,156 miles (+136)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,156 miles
    Test number
    464384908408
    • FailureFront Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  24. Pass47,020 miles (+2,925)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    47,020 miles
    Test number
    294737378288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,095 miles (+4,417)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    44,095 miles
    Test number
    862267777248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    39,678 miles
    Test number
    301185086228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T504 SDL

Does T504 SDL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T504 SDL expired on 17 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T504 SDL?
The MOT on T504 SDL expired on 17 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T504 SDL done?
T504 SDL was recorded at 113,295 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2023, an average of 4,458 miles a year.
Has T504 SDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T504 SDL has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T504 SDL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Apr 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T504 SDL find?
T504 SDL passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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