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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T511 DUYMOT history

T511 DUY is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 148,842 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Nov 2026
Mileage
148,842 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,167 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T511 DUY
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
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T511 DUY was last recorded at 148,842 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 4,613 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,229 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,613 miles
Average per year
5,167 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,842 miles
  • 2024 – 144,229 miles
  • 2023 – 140,582 miles
  • 2022 – 137,490 miles
  • 2021 – 133,513 miles
  • 2020 – 129,626 miles
  • 2019 – 125,266 miles
  • 2018 – 119,272 miles
  • 2017 – 114,089 miles
  • 2016 – 105,708 miles
  • 2015 – 96,900 miles
  • 2014 – 87,275 miles
  • 2013 – 78,509 miles
  • 2012 – 67,538 miles
  • 2011 – 60,410 miles
  • 2010 – 58,498 miles
  • 2009 – 55,932 miles
  • 2008 – 53,589 miles
  • 2007 – 50,928 miles
  • 2006 – 48,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,842 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill corroded but outside prescribed areas
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

32 tests since 4 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,842 miles (+4,613)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    148,842 miles
    Test number
    486838937075
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill corroded but outside prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass144,229 miles (+3,647)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    144,229 miles
    Test number
    684381720869
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened surface rust on rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass140,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    140,582 miles
    Test number
    325702569481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail140,582 miles (+3,092)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,582 miles
    Test number
    292504371180
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass137,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    137,490 miles
    Test number
    506798028993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail137,489 miles (+3,976)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,489 miles
    Test number
    179727821747
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass133,513 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    133,513 miles
    Test number
    709494477722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail133,513 miles (+3,887)4 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,513 miles
    Test number
    530161984898
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass129,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    129,626 miles
    Test number
    289290545716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail129,625 miles (+4,359)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,625 miles
    Test number
    844871454098
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass125,266 miles (+5,994)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    125,266 miles
    Test number
    714904822658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass119,272 miles (+7)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    119,272 miles
    Test number
    229387741036
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip in zone b (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak from ( pressure switch ) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail119,265 miles (+5,176)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,265 miles
    Test number
    653699654320
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip in zone b (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak from ( pressure switch ) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass114,089 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    114,089 miles
    Test number
    919887266651
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Fail114,087 miles (+8,379)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,087 miles
    Test number
    440547068431
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  16. Pass105,708 miles (+8,808)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    105,708 miles
    Test number
    614779376398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass96,900 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    96,900 miles
    Test number
    867707976946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail96,852 miles (+9,577)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,852 miles
    Test number
    279787314417
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn almost to wear indicators in tread centre.

  19. Pass87,275 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    87,275 miles
    Test number
    748398924341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail87,263 miles (+8,754)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,263 miles
    Test number
    105096414398
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  21. Pass78,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    78,509 miles
    Test number
    228586013371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail78,509 miles (+10,971)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,509 miles
    Test number
    877653513380
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished

  23. Pass67,538 miles (+7,128)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    67,538 miles
    Test number
    659038402362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    60,410 miles
    Test number
    188469091235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail60,410 miles (+1,912)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,410 miles
    Test number
    789679391278
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  26. Pass58,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    58,498 miles
    Test number
    873102300385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail58,498 miles (+2,566)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,498 miles
    Test number
    703561700377
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass55,932 miles (+2,343)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    55,932 miles
    Test number
    670657309311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSOME CORROSION ON INNER FACES OF FRONT BRAKE DISCS
    • NoteSOME CORROSION ON REAR OF BODY SILLS

  29. Pass53,589 miles (+2,661)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    53,589 miles
    Test number
    451822408499
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth outer sills starting to corrode

  30. Pass50,928 miles (+2,485)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    50,928 miles
    Test number
    641891917303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass48,443 miles (+2,358)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    48,443 miles
    Test number
    711178416394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass46,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    46,085 miles
    Test number
    574764506099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T511 DUY

Does T511 DUY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T511 DUY is valid until 23 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T511 DUY?
The MOT on T511 DUY is valid until 23 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T511 DUY done?
T511 DUY was recorded at 148,842 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 5,167 miles a year.
Has T511 DUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T511 DUY has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T511 DUY 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 T511 DUY find?
T511 DUY passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear inner sill corroded but outside prescribed areas; nearside seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill, and 1 more.

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