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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T524 AWRMOT history

T524 AWR is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 84,716 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
84,716 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,970 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T524 AWR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T524 AWR was last recorded at 84,716 miles on 8 May 2026, 2,824 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,892 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,824 miles
Average per year
1,970 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,716 miles
  • 2025 – 81,892 miles
  • 2020 – 80,369 miles
  • 2018 – 78,503 miles
  • 2017 – 75,116 miles
  • 2016 – 74,994 miles
  • 2015 – 72,098 miles
  • 2014 – 71,682 miles
  • 2013 – 71,059 miles
  • 2012 – 69,601 miles
  • 2011 – 67,905 miles
  • 2010 – 65,689 miles
  • 2009 – 63,765 miles
  • 2008 – 55,737 miles
  • 2007 – 50,958 miles
  • 2006 – 45,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,716 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp lens deteriorated
  • AdvisoryShocker bushes deteriorated
  • AdvisorySubframe corroded

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, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass84,716 miles (+2,824)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    84,716 miles
    Test number
    329768563137
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lens deteriorated
    • AdvisoryShocker bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisorySubframe corroded
  2. Pass81,892 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    81,892 miles
    Test number
    391499936584
    • AdvisoryClutch slave damp
    • AdvisorySubframes corroded
  3. Fail81,887 miles (+24)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,887 miles
    Test number
    552711757547
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryClutch slave damp
    • AdvisorySubframes corroded
  4. Fail81,863 miles (+1,494)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,863 miles
    Test number
    422775020632
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components undersealed
  5. Pass80,369 miles (+1,866)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    80,369 miles
    Test number
    210053127180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass78,503 miles (+3,387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    78,503 miles
    Test number
    699441153024
    • AdvisoryAll suspension arms undersills outersills and inner flitches slightly corroded
  7. Pass75,116 miles (+122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    75,116 miles
    Test number
    428129258940
    • AdvisoryAdvise car been standing
  8. Fail74,994 miles (+2,896)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,994 miles
    Test number
    870861956660
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp not working
  9. Pass72,098 miles (+416)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    72,098 miles
    Test number
    904896552125
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass71,682 miles (+623)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    71,682 miles
    Test number
    958069974234
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass71,059 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    71,059 miles
    Test number
    626852183276
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  12. Fail71,059 miles (+1,458)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,059 miles
    Test number
    367462683236
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  13. Pass69,601 miles (+1,696)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    69,601 miles
    Test number
    256778462289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,905 miles (+2,216)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    67,905 miles
    Test number
    466267371237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    65,689 miles
    Test number
    180539670272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail65,689 miles (+1,924)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,689 miles
    Test number
    343389770220
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
  17. Pass63,765 miles (+966)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    63,765 miles
    Test number
    561885289213
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Pass62,799 miles (+7,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    62,799 miles
    Test number
    413448899185
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass55,737 miles (+4,779)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    55,737 miles
    Test number
    534777798164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,958 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    50,958 miles
    Test number
    554793897184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,952 miles (+5,923)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,952 miles
    Test number
    484774087137
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass45,029 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    45,029 miles
    Test number
    932865876080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail45,020 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,020 miles
    Test number
    284544076000
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Questions about T524 AWR

Does T524 AWR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T524 AWR is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T524 AWR?
The MOT on T524 AWR is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T524 AWR done?
T524 AWR was recorded at 84,716 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 1,970 miles a year.
Has T524 AWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T524 AWR has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T524 AWR 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 T524 AWR find?
T524 AWR passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 3 advisories: headlamp lens deteriorated; shocker bushes deteriorated; subframe corroded.

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