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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T51 TBDMOT history

T51 TBD is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 14 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 99,790 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
99,790 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T51 TBD
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
14 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T51 TBD was last recorded at 99,790 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 89 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,701 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
89 miles
Average per year
2,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,790 miles
  • 2025 – 99,701 miles
  • 2024 – 99,607 miles
  • 2023 – 99,496 miles
  • 2022 – 99,378 miles
  • 2021 – 99,090 miles
  • 2020 – 98,899 miles
  • 2019 – 98,320 miles
  • 2018 – 97,567 miles
  • 2017 – 96,927 miles
  • 2016 – 95,142 miles
  • 2014 – 94,901 miles
  • 2013 – 94,059 miles
  • 2012 – 91,229 miles
  • 2011 – 85,264 miles
  • 2010 – 82,466 miles
  • 2009 – 80,419 miles
  • 2008 – 69,875 miles
  • 2007 – 61,512 miles
  • 2006 – 55,875 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,790 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear upper (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,790 miles (+89)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    99,790 miles
    Test number
    845068752180
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass99,701 miles (+94)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    99,701 miles
    Test number
    925045425415
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass99,607 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    99,607 miles
    Test number
    973000537439
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  4. Fail99,607 miles (+111)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,607 miles
    Test number
    636146400622
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  5. Pass99,496 miles (+118)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    99,496 miles
    Test number
    411409086537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,378 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    99,378 miles
    Test number
    263005011448
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail99,378 miles (+288)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,378 miles
    Test number
    548992432042
    • MajorNearside Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass99,090 miles (+191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    99,090 miles
    Test number
    334707663573
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  9. Pass98,899 miles (+579)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    98,899 miles
    Test number
    224298045350
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive can not see clearly as under tray fitted. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass98,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    98,320 miles
    Test number
    854373325828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail98,318 miles (+751)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,318 miles
    Test number
    118114116523
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  12. Pass97,567 miles (+640)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    97,567 miles
    Test number
    625690628222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion inner wheel arch. (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass96,927 miles (+1,785)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    96,927 miles
    Test number
    573006643462
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion LOWER SILL (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front TYRE SLIGHTLY CRACKING AROUND OUTER SIDEWALL.

  14. Pass95,142 miles (+241)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    95,142 miles
    Test number
    921758448910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass94,901 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    94,901 miles
    Test number
    266008684284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail94,894 miles (+835)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,894 miles
    Test number
    519407264228
    • FailureCentre Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOuter Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  17. Pass94,059 miles (+2,830)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    94,059 miles
    Test number
    557262053274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,229 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    91,229 miles
    Test number
    365106552287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail91,224 miles (+5,960)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,224 miles
    Test number
    577615952223
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  20. Pass85,264 miles (+2,798)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    85,264 miles
    Test number
    386912441233
    • NoteSlight corrosion on front discs
    • NoteSlight corrosion on rear discs

  21. Pass82,466 miles (+2,047)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    82,466 miles
    Test number
    560645140234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass80,419 miles (+10,544)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    80,419 miles
    Test number
    630572759293
    • NoteAbs light intermittant but working at time of test both front tyres low tread & nail in n/s/f tyre n/s/r steel brake pipe rusting

  23. Pass69,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    69,875 miles
    Test number
    483635558203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail69,875 miles (+8,363)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,875 miles
    Test number
    614495358223
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass61,512 miles (+5,637)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    61,512 miles
    Test number
    911639947216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass55,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    55,875 miles
    Test number
    442279646200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T51 TBD

Does T51 TBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T51 TBD is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T51 TBD?
The MOT on T51 TBD is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T51 TBD done?
T51 TBD was recorded at 99,790 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 2,199 miles a year.
Has T51 TBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T51 TBD has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T51 TBD 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 T51 TBD find?
T51 TBD passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 2 more.

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