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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T525 LAOMOT history

T525 LAO is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 122,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Jul 2025
Mileage
122,999 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,154 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T525 LAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T525 LAO was last recorded at 122,999 miles on 7 Aug 2025, 1,185 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Jun 2023: 120,458 miles, lower than 121,531 miles on 4 Jul 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
121,814 miles · 3 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,185 miles
Average per year
3,154 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,999 miles
  • 2024 – 121,814 miles
  • 2023 – 120,462 miles
  • 2022 – 121,531 miles
  • 2021 – 119,096 miles
  • 2020 – 118,138 miles
  • 2019 – 110,990 miles
  • 2018 – 108,013 miles
  • 2017 – 106,211 miles
  • 2016 – 103,996 miles
  • 2015 – 102,118 miles
  • 2014 – 99,173 miles
  • 2013 – 94,214 miles
  • 2012 – 89,336 miles
  • 2011 – 84,737 miles
  • 2010 – 79,692 miles
  • 2009 – 75,641 miles
  • 2008 – 71,185 miles
  • 2007 – 67,581 miles
  • 2006 – 61,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail122,999 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryModified race car
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s/f chassis leg (under bonnet)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail122,999 miles (+1,185)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,999 miles
    Test number
    573795299800
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryModified race car
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass121,814 miles (+5)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    121,814 miles
    Test number
    618923724846
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s/f chassis leg (under bonnet) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail121,809 miles (+1,347)2 major1 repaired1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,809 miles
    Test number
    163112693161
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s/f chassis leg (under bonnet) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass120,462 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    120,462 miles
    Test number
    166736901139
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail120,458 miles (-1,073)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,458 miles
    Test number
    841438458054
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass121,531 miles (+1,900)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    121,531 miles
    Test number
    119952818673
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail119,631 miles (+535)1 dangerous7 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,631 miles
    Test number
    486303814164
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass119,096 miles (+958)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    119,096 miles
    Test number
    334745358037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,138 miles (+7,148)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    118,138 miles
    Test number
    194371526167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,990 miles (+299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    110,990 miles
    Test number
    445118622353
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail110,691 miles (+2,678)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,691 miles
    Test number
    119450917290
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass108,013 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    108,013 miles
    Test number
    541096501975
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  13. Fail108,013 miles (+1,802)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,013 miles
    Test number
    362293167250
    • FailureRear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely both (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass106,211 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    106,211 miles
    Test number
    574755460203
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  15. Fail106,197 miles (+2,201)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,197 miles
    Test number
    263233596728
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  16. Pass103,996 miles (+53)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    103,996 miles
    Test number
    562325412415
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion outer sill to floor area (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion to rear (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion outer sill to floor area (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inside wheel arch area (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion to rear (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches are starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components are very corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle has oil leak

  17. Fail103,943 miles (+1,825)1 failure12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,943 miles
    Test number
    581966502503
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion outer sill to floor area (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion to rear (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion outer sill to floor area (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inside wheel arch area (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion to rear (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches are starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components are very corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle has oil leak

  18. Pass102,118 miles (+57)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    102,118 miles
    Test number
    846050775062
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder side of vehicle is very corroded

  19. Fail102,061 miles (+2,888)3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,061 miles
    Test number
    928412565053
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder side of vehicle is very corroded

  20. Pass99,173 miles (+4,959)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    99,173 miles
    Test number
    897827974010
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteUnder side of vehicle is very corroded

  21. Pass94,214 miles (+4,878)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    94,214 miles
    Test number
    189970563068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass89,336 miles (+4,599)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    89,336 miles
    Test number
    756169252089
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass84,737 miles (+5,045)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    84,737 miles
    Test number
    526426771040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass79,692 miles (+232)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    79,692 miles
    Test number
    564151380063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail79,460 miles (+3,819)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,460 miles
    Test number
    303580060098
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  26. Pass75,641 miles (+4,456)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    75,641 miles
    Test number
    140687759050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass71,185 miles (+3,604)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    71,185 miles
    Test number
    124629958071
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteHandbrake lever has very little reserve travel

  28. Pass67,581 miles (+5,754)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    67,581 miles
    Test number
    232247467072
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  29. Pass61,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    61,827 miles
    Test number
    120636776077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T525 LAO

Does T525 LAO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T525 LAO expired on 3 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T525 LAO?
The MOT on T525 LAO expired on 3 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T525 LAO done?
T525 LAO was recorded at 122,999 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2025, an average of 3,154 miles a year.
Has T525 LAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T525 LAO has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T525 LAO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Jun 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T525 LAO find?
T525 LAO failed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2025 with 1 major defect and 7 advisories: nearside rear service brake excessively binding; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; modified race car, and 5 more.

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