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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T592 KVUMOT history

T592 KVU is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 4 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 132,696 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Dec 2023
Mileage
132,696 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T592 KVU
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
4 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T592 KVU was last recorded at 132,696 miles on 28 Nov 2023, 1,502 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Sept 2019: 127,248 miles, lower than 127,266 miles on 20 Jun 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
131,194 miles · 29 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
1,502 miles
Average per year
4,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 132,696 miles
  • 2022 – 131,194 miles
  • 2021 – 129,759 miles
  • 2020 – 128,962 miles
  • 2019 – 127,248 miles
  • 2018 – 122,401 miles
  • 2017 – 115,991 miles
  • 2016 – 114,648 miles
  • 2015 – 108,291 miles
  • 2014 – 94,277 miles
  • 2013 – 88,441 miles
  • 2012 – 86,463 miles
  • 2011 – 84,145 miles
  • 2010 – 81,097 miles
  • 2009 – 72,870 miles
  • 2008 – 63,129 miles
  • 2007 – 58,785 miles
  • 2006 – 54,801 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail132,696 miles
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail132,696 miles (+1,502)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,696 miles
    Test number
    941419988885
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass131,194 miles (+1,435)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    131,194 miles
    Test number
    158283433306
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axel (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside been undersealed

  3. Pass129,759 miles (+85)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    129,759 miles
    Test number
    726708593272
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear underside been undersealed at rear

  4. Fail129,674 miles (+712)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,674 miles
    Test number
    321951029747
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits .66% (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired SILL SPLITTING AWAY (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL FRONT AND REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal NSR REAR UNDERSILL AND BOTH FRONT INNER WINGS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass128,962 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    128,962 miles
    Test number
    274180800097
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail128,955 miles (+231)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,955 miles
    Test number
    243591409427
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Both sides chassis leg in wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail128,724 miles (+1,476)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,724 miles
    Test number
    595397585068
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg & inner wing panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner steering rack ball joint end excess play (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg & inner wing panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass127,248 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    127,248 miles
    Test number
    743439444008
    • AdvisoryBOTH STEERING RACK END SLIGHT MOVEMENT
    • AdvisoryEMMISIONS TOOK SOME TIME TO FALL IN LINE SUSPECT LAZY LAMBDA

  9. Fail127,248 miles (-18)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,248 miles
    Test number
    835179725470
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high BOTH (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBOTH STEERING RACK END SLIGHT MOVEMENT
    • AdvisoryEMMISIONS TOOK SOME TIME TO FALL IN LINE SUSPECT LAZY LAMBDA

  10. Fail127,266 miles (+4,865)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,266 miles
    Test number
    690596543234
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sil (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sil (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass122,401 miles (+236)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    122,401 miles
    Test number
    696818034067
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  12. Fail122,165 miles (+6,174)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,165 miles
    Test number
    776173465976
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass115,991 miles (+133)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    115,991 miles
    Test number
    816832184768
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  14. Fail115,858 miles (+1,210)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,858 miles
    Test number
    976408310347
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  15. Pass114,648 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    114,648 miles
    Test number
    793963112436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail114,645 miles (+6,354)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,645 miles
    Test number
    109169750969
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  17. Pass108,291 miles (+14,014)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    108,291 miles
    Test number
    126233235139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  18. Pass94,277 miles (+49)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    94,277 miles
    Test number
    988403634166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.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 corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  19. Fail94,228 miles (+5,787)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,228 miles
    Test number
    789669024137
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.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 corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  20. Pass88,441 miles (+1,978)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    88,441 miles
    Test number
    639254333145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass86,463 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    86,463 miles
    Test number
    397827332116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail86,457 miles (+2,312)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,457 miles
    Test number
    147136232171
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  23. Pass84,145 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    84,145 miles
    Test number
    698070241199
    • NoteFront & rear brake pads worn low.
    • NoteGeneral surface corrosion to all suspension components.
    • NotePitting to front brake discs.

  24. Fail84,141 miles (+3,044)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,141 miles
    Test number
    508960841139
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • NoteBrake fluid low.
    • NoteFront & rear brake pads worn low.
    • NoteGeneral surface corrosion to all suspension components.
    • NotePitting to front brake discs.

  25. Pass81,097 miles (+8,227)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    81,097 miles
    Test number
    563129910198
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass72,870 miles (+9,741)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    72,870 miles
    Test number
    314212129148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass63,129 miles (+4,344)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2009
    Odometer
    63,129 miles
    Test number
    843933228127
    • NoteAlltyres starting to crack.rear tyres 2mm.front disc corroded on edges

  28. Pass58,785 miles (+3,984)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    58,785 miles
    Test number
    292993517483
    • NoteThe rear service brakes rate of increase and decrease approximately 030Kgf indifference,recommend servicing brakes
    • NoteThe wiper blades rubbers starting to deteriorate.the front brake pads starting to wear thin.The rear steel brake pipes starting to show signs of light corrosion

  29. Pass54,801 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    54,801 miles
    Test number
    864054116197
    • NoteNail in tyre

Questions about T592 KVU

Does T592 KVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T592 KVU expired on 3 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T592 KVU?
The MOT on T592 KVU expired on 3 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T592 KVU done?
T592 KVU was recorded at 132,696 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2023, an average of 4,427 miles a year.
Has T592 KVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T592 KVU has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T592 KVU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Sept 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T592 KVU find?
T592 KVU failed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2023 with 8 major defects and 6 advisories: brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits; nearside rear inner vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill holed, and 11 more.

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