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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T56 MLHMOT history

T56 MLH is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 61,675 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2024
Mileage
61,675 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,757 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T56 MLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T56 MLH was last recorded at 61,675 miles on 31 Jul 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,674 miles · 28 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,757 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 61,675 miles
  • 2022 – 59,050 miles
  • 2021 – 56,597 miles
  • 2020 – 55,612 miles
  • 2019 – 54,414 miles
  • 2018 – 53,178 miles
  • 2017 – 52,451 miles
  • 2016 – 50,994 miles
  • 2015 – 50,352 miles
  • 2014 – 48,143 miles
  • 2013 – 46,960 miles
  • 2012 – 45,640 miles
  • 2011 – 43,634 miles
  • 2010 – 41,352 miles
  • 2009 – 39,783 miles
  • 2008 – 37,608 miles
  • 2007 – 33,708 miles
  • 2006 – 31,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,675 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,675 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    61,675 miles
    Test number
    709347311418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail61,674 miles (+2,624)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,674 miles
    Test number
    731646597112
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass59,050 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    59,050 miles
    Test number
    535033596948
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Fail59,050 miles (+2,453)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,050 miles
    Test number
    382712794432
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass56,597 miles (+985)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    56,597 miles
    Test number
    895051353777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,612 miles (+1,198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    55,612 miles
    Test number
    328705806199
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp leveler switch sticks slightly

  7. Pass54,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    54,414 miles
    Test number
    928708938053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail54,414 miles (+1,236)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,414 miles
    Test number
    384310588813
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass53,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    53,178 miles
    Test number
    989952616153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail53,178 miles (+727)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,178 miles
    Test number
    107076465022
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass52,451 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    52,451 miles
    Test number
    235334518662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail52,450 miles (+1,456)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,450 miles
    Test number
    927634530779
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass50,994 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    50,994 miles
    Test number
    210921971080
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail50,994 miles (+642)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,994 miles
    Test number
    982791715816
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass50,352 miles (+2,209)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    50,352 miles
    Test number
    956823905201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,143 miles (+1,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    48,143 miles
    Test number
    885569294060
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  17. Pass46,960 miles (+1,320)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    46,960 miles
    Test number
    138903393483
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  18. Pass45,640 miles (+2,006)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    45,640 miles
    Test number
    277173302116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    43,634 miles
    Test number
    656731091013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail43,633 miles (+2,281)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,633 miles
    Test number
    926741191028
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail41,352 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,352 miles
    Test number
    323571580093
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre has damage to sidewall

  22. Pass41,352 miles (+1,569)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    41,352 miles
    Test number
    800621380068
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre has damage to sidewall

  23. Pass39,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    39,783 miles
    Test number
    803242299094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail39,783 miles (+2,175)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,783 miles
    Test number
    280632499063
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass37,608 miles (+3,900)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    37,608 miles
    Test number
    303217188094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass33,708 miles (+2,481)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,708 miles
    Test number
    832639787007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    31,227 miles
    Test number
    133473096075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T56 MLH

Does T56 MLH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T56 MLH expired on 18 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T56 MLH?
The MOT on T56 MLH expired on 18 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T56 MLH done?
T56 MLH was recorded at 61,675 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2023, an average of 1,757 miles a year.
Has T56 MLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T56 MLH has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T56 MLH 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 T56 MLH find?
T56 MLH passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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