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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T532 NLCMOT history

T532 NLC is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 71,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
71,535 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,786 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T532 NLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T532 NLC was last recorded at 71,535 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 11,699 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,836 miles · 14 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
11,699 miles
Average per year
2,786 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,535 miles
  • 2024 – 59,836 miles
  • 2023 – 59,369 miles
  • 2022 – 56,630 miles
  • 2021 – 55,817 miles
  • 2020 – 54,988 miles
  • 2017 – 52,656 miles
  • 2015 – 50,268 miles
  • 2014 – 46,330 miles
  • 2013 – 43,551 miles
  • 2012 – 38,867 miles
  • 2011 – 36,618 miles
  • 2010 – 33,051 miles
  • 2009 – 29,326 miles
  • 2008 – 25,384 miles
  • 2007 – 21,622 miles
  • 2006 – 16,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,535 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (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.

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,535 miles (+11,699)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    71,535 miles
    Test number
    219213516473
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass59,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    59,836 miles
    Test number
    592491234302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail59,836 miles (+467)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,836 miles
    Test number
    482826660158
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Before Catalytic Converter (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail59,369 miles (+2,739)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,369 miles
    Test number
    140879600302
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass56,630 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    56,630 miles
    Test number
    456861433150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail56,614 miles (+25)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,614 miles
    Test number
    408974338860
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills starting to crack

  7. Fail56,589 miles (+772)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,589 miles
    Test number
    358941575351
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill area corroded/cracking
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from offside rear to nearside rear above rear subframe (corroded at each end) (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass55,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    55,817 miles
    Test number
    761913869169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail55,817 miles (+829)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,817 miles
    Test number
    569661874875
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

  10. Pass54,988 miles (+2,332)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    54,988 miles
    Test number
    876421816515
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass52,656 miles (+2,388)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    52,656 miles
    Test number
    563465693003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,268 miles (+3,938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    50,268 miles
    Test number
    155259854716
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  13. Pass46,330 miles (+2,779)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    46,330 miles
    Test number
    337781934418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,551 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    43,551 miles
    Test number
    755692043283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail43,550 miles (+4,683)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,550 miles
    Test number
    348441143415
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  16. Pass38,867 miles (+2,249)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    38,867 miles
    Test number
    256856532202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,618 miles (+3,567)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    36,618 miles
    Test number
    845314121270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,051 miles (+3,725)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    33,051 miles
    Test number
    460991630215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,326 miles (+3,942)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    29,326 miles
    Test number
    513616529280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,384 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    25,384 miles
    Test number
    323691348292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail25,353 miles (+3,731)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,353 miles
    Test number
    821384538240
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

  22. Pass21,622 miles (+4,752)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    21,622 miles
    Test number
    352705137270
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  23. Pass16,870 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    16,870 miles
    Test number
    760301236215
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSLIGHT DAMAGE TO WHEEL OUTER RIM O/S/R

Questions about T532 NLC

Does T532 NLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T532 NLC is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T532 NLC?
The MOT on T532 NLC is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T532 NLC done?
T532 NLC was recorded at 71,535 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 2,786 miles a year.
Has T532 NLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T532 NLC has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T532 NLC 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 T532 NLC find?
T532 NLC passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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