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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T53 AHYMOT history

T53 AHY is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Dec 2024 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 86,234 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Dec 2024
Mileage
86,234 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T53 AHY
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T53 AHY was last recorded at 86,234 miles on 9 Apr 2025, 7,570 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,664 miles · 7 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
7,570 miles
Average per year
3,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,234 miles
  • 2023 – 78,664 miles
  • 2022 – 75,794 miles
  • 2021 – 72,912 miles
  • 2020 – 70,372 miles
  • 2019 – 66,653 miles
  • 2018 – 63,344 miles
  • 2017 – 60,508 miles
  • 2016 – 55,700 miles
  • 2015 – 51,933 miles
  • 2014 – 48,945 miles
  • 2013 – 46,192 miles
  • 2012 – 41,537 miles
  • 2011 – 38,634 miles
  • 2010 – 34,138 miles
  • 2009 – 30,865 miles
  • 2008 – 30,204 miles
  • 2007 – 28,091 miles
  • 2006 – 24,631 miles
  • 2005 – 20,484 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail86,234 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Macpherson strut fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Macpherson strut fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail86,234 miles (+7,570)2 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,234 miles
    Test number
    243094624608
    • DangerousNearside Rear Macpherson strut fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Macpherson strut fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass78,664 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    78,664 miles
    Test number
    618475360398
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail78,660 miles (+2,866)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,660 miles
    Test number
    990290490437
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass75,794 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    75,794 miles
    Test number
    718768555350
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on the the edges [both]
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seatbelt slow in retraction
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension has surface corrosion

  5. Fail75,794 miles (+2,882)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,794 miles
    Test number
    279156012425
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps number plate light (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on the the edges [both]
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seatbelt slow in retraction
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension has surface corrosion

  6. Pass72,912 miles (+2,540)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    72,912 miles
    Test number
    987459834779
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper suspension has heavy surface corrosion [both sides]
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange corroded

  7. Pass70,372 miles (+3,719)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    70,372 miles
    Test number
    703143536053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner tyre edge starting to wear

  8. Pass66,653 miles (+3,309)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,653 miles
    Test number
    907841406832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass63,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    63,344 miles
    Test number
    117088001813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail63,344 miles (+2,836)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,344 miles
    Test number
    713170515783
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass60,508 miles (+4,808)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    60,508 miles
    Test number
    523106414048
    • AdvisoryO/s seat belt sticks

  12. Pass55,700 miles (+3,767)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    55,700 miles
    Test number
    834402575389
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin limit (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChasse damage
    • AdvisoryFront brake balance 26%
    • AdvisoryFront no plate crack
    • AdvisoryFront shockers slight damp

  13. Pass51,933 miles (+2,988)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,933 miles
    Test number
    527150295132
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteO/s wiper poor
    • NoteSlight bind front brakes
    • NoteTyre wear edges

  14. Pass48,945 miles (+66)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    48,945 miles
    Test number
    469585394140
    • NoteF/no plate damage

  15. Fail48,879 miles (+2,687)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,879 miles
    Test number
    226221894172
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteF/no plate damage

  16. Pass46,192 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,192 miles
    Test number
    148078693121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail46,183 miles (+4,646)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,183 miles
    Test number
    737256693141
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  18. Pass41,537 miles (+2,903)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    41,537 miles
    Test number
    468464992187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,634 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    38,634 miles
    Test number
    729056001297
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail38,629 miles (+4,491)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,629 miles
    Test number
    707844001274
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass34,138 miles (+3,273)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    34,138 miles
    Test number
    350843680029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,865 miles (+661)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    30,865 miles
    Test number
    163330199425
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  23. Pass30,204 miles (+2,113)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    30,204 miles
    Test number
    904598478169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,091 miles (+3,460)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    28,091 miles
    Test number
    300787177158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,631 miles (+4,147)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    24,631 miles
    Test number
    832869576183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,484 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    20,484 miles
    Test number
    834942885137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWiper blades deteriorating

Questions about T53 AHY

Does T53 AHY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T53 AHY expired on 14 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T53 AHY?
The MOT on T53 AHY expired on 14 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T53 AHY done?
T53 AHY was recorded at 86,234 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2025, an average of 3,325 miles a year.
Has T53 AHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T53 AHY has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T53 AHY 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 T53 AHY find?
T53 AHY failed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 5 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear macpherson strut fractured; offside rear macpherson strut fractured; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened, and 8 more.

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