Mazda logo

Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T578 MAUMOT history

T578 MAU is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 118,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
118,148 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,458 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T578 MAU in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T578 MAU
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
23 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T578 MAU was last recorded at 118,148 miles on 23 May 2026, 2,291 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,857 miles · 5 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
2,291 miles
Average per year
2,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,148 miles
  • 2024 – 115,857 miles
  • 2023 – 114,291 miles
  • 2022 – 113,813 miles
  • 2021 – 111,287 miles
  • 2020 – 106,811 miles
  • 2019 – 106,654 miles
  • 2018 – 106,334 miles
  • 2017 – 105,616 miles
  • 2016 – 105,105 miles
  • 2015 – 104,170 miles
  • 2014 – 102,898 miles
  • 2013 – 101,766 miles
  • 2012 – 100,309 miles
  • 2011 – 98,888 miles
  • 2010 – 97,261 miles
  • 2009 – 94,192 miles
  • 2008 – 87,016 miles
  • 2007 – 77,735 miles
  • 2006 – 69,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,148 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Corrosion underside and suspension components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass118,148 miles (+2,291)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    118,148 miles
    Test number
    368167553158
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass115,857 miles (+1,566)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    115,857 miles
    Test number
    848520273009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass114,291 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    114,291 miles
    Test number
    822924683369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside and suspension components

  4. Fail114,289 miles (+476)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,289 miles
    Test number
    947464622938
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside and suspension components

  5. Pass113,813 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    113,813 miles
    Test number
    627246179163
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present

  6. Fail113,810 miles (+2,523)2 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,810 miles
    Test number
    914631873035
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present

  7. Pass111,287 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    111,287 miles
    Test number
    274070088213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail111,173 miles (+4,362)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,173 miles
    Test number
    511424336256
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

  9. Pass106,811 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    106,811 miles
    Test number
    734102440351
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside and front and rear subfame corroded

  10. Fail106,801 miles (+147)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,801 miles
    Test number
    363788574667
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer cill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside and front and rear subfame corroded

  11. Pass106,654 miles (+4)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    106,654 miles
    Test number
    484589579838
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail106,650 miles (+316)1 dangerous3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,650 miles
    Test number
    374368371806
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass106,334 miles (+718)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    106,334 miles
    Test number
    542569260926
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both faided (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced to rear outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced to rear outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass105,616 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    105,616 miles
    Test number
    950388170456
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak engone compartment
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill corroded (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill corroded (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion heavily corroded (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill corroded (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill heavily corroded (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  15. Fail105,616 miles (+511)2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,616 miles
    Test number
    898691636549
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak engone compartment
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill corroded (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill corroded (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion heavily corroded (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill corroded (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill heavily corroded (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass105,105 miles (+935)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    105,105 miles
    Test number
    113481638562
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened whole subframe corrode (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened whole subframe corroded (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage leaking onto subframe and under shield (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill corroded (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill corroded (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Body has slight corrosion wheel arch corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Body has slight corrosion corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer corroded (7.1.2)

  17. Pass104,170 miles12 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    104,170 miles
    Test number
    679671215231
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail104,170 miles (+1,272)4 dangerous12 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,170 miles
    Test number
    347241015461
    • DangerousFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • DangerousNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteO\S FRT HEADLAMP MAIM POOR
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass102,898 miles (+1,132)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    102,898 miles
    Test number
    959410594198
    • NoteSlight leak on power steering pipe

  20. Pass101,766 miles (+1,457)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    101,766 miles
    Test number
    536560513211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass100,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    100,309 miles
    Test number
    355903712234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail100,309 miles (+1,421)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,309 miles
    Test number
    165543202268
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail98,888 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,888 miles
    Test number
    127022201236
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass98,888 miles (+1,627)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    98,888 miles
    Test number
    659012101216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass97,261 miles (+3,069)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    97,261 miles
    Test number
    603809790080
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  26. Pass94,192 miles (+7,176)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    94,192 miles
    Test number
    564701739237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass87,016 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    87,016 miles
    Test number
    360687348210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail86,948 miles (+9,213)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,948 miles
    Test number
    704462248270
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

  29. Pass77,735 miles (+8,253)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    77,735 miles
    Test number
    452154347218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass69,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    69,482 miles
    Test number
    323265516292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T578 MAU

Does T578 MAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T578 MAU is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T578 MAU?
The MOT on T578 MAU is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T578 MAU done?
T578 MAU was recorded at 118,148 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2026, an average of 2,458 miles a year.
Has T578 MAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T578 MAU has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T578 MAU 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 T578 MAU find?
T578 MAU passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2026 with 1 advisory: central front oil leak, but not excessive.

Related registrations

Browse all T578 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.