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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T541 DETMOT history

T541 DET is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 65,447 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
65,447 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,898 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T541 DET
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
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T541 DET was last recorded at 65,447 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,447 miles · 23 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,898 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,447 miles
  • 2024 – 65,112 miles
  • 2023 – 64,716 miles
  • 2022 – 62,820 miles
  • 2020 – 60,092 miles
  • 2019 – 59,247 miles
  • 2018 – 57,148 miles
  • 2015 – 54,662 miles
  • 2014 – 51,968 miles
  • 2013 – 41,312 miles
  • 2012 – 37,412 miles
  • 2011 – 35,485 miles
  • 2010 – 33,457 miles
  • 2009 – 32,733 miles
  • 2008 – 32,061 miles
  • 2007 – 29,652 miles
  • 2006 – 27,039 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,447 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis corroding in front of shock absorber.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis corroding in front of shock absorber.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front subframe corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,447 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    65,447 miles
    Test number
    621755307246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis corroding in front of shock absorber.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis corroding in front of shock absorber.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail65,447 miles (+335)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,447 miles
    Test number
    463799795423
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis corroding in front of shock absorber.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.8mm and perishing. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis corroding in front of shock absorber.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wonr to 3mm and perished/cracked between tread. (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass65,112 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    65,112 miles
    Test number
    420359231942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail65,112 miles (+396)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,112 miles
    Test number
    345911640553
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass64,716 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    64,716 miles
    Test number
    620605517897
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail64,716 miles (+1,896)1 dangerous4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,716 miles
    Test number
    981052470325
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass62,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    62,820 miles
    Test number
    523880061353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail62,820 miles (+2,728)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,820 miles
    Test number
    463521079953
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  9. Pass60,092 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    60,092 miles
    Test number
    514210122477
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail60,092 miles (+845)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,092 miles
    Test number
    763297178422
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass59,247 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    59,247 miles
    Test number
    603640111758
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front subframe mounting points offside and nearside front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre at 3mm limit is 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail59,244 miles (+2,096)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,244 miles
    Test number
    910577095568
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front subframe mounting points offside and nearside front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre at 3mm limit is 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass57,148 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    57,148 miles
    Test number
    465794234743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail57,138 miles (+2,476)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,138 miles
    Test number
    151386693259
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  15. Pass54,662 miles (+2,694)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    54,662 miles
    Test number
    738746825000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,968 miles (+10,656)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    51,968 miles
    Test number
    157258424415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,312 miles (+3,900)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    41,312 miles
    Test number
    929294613056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,412 miles (+1,927)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    37,412 miles
    Test number
    745129012032
    • Note1. power steering pipes across front of engine starting to corrode quite heavily - recommend treatment soon.

  19. Pass35,485 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    35,485 miles
    Test number
    625138411009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail35,480 miles (+2,023)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,480 miles
    Test number
    959357311050
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  21. Pass33,457 miles (+724)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    33,457 miles
    Test number
    171965210099
    • NoteFront brakes out of balance close to limit
    • NoteOffside brake binding slightly

  22. Pass32,733 miles (+672)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    32,733 miles
    Test number
    593166329044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,061 miles (+2,409)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    32,061 miles
    Test number
    114140338412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,652 miles (+2,613)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    29,652 miles
    Test number
    400077917083
    • NoteBoth rear brake disks slightly corroded

  25. Pass27,039 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    27,039 miles
    Test number
    853802236014
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low both rear brake discs slightly corroded

Questions about T541 DET

Does T541 DET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T541 DET is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T541 DET?
The MOT on T541 DET is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T541 DET done?
T541 DET was recorded at 65,447 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 1,898 miles a year.
Has T541 DET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T541 DET has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T541 DET 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 T541 DET find?
T541 DET passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front chassis corroding in front of shock absorber.; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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