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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T618 VSGMOT history

T618 VSG is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Aug 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 92,734 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Aug 2023
Mileage
92,734 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2023
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,145 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T618 VSG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T618 VSG was last recorded at 92,734 miles on 18 Sept 2023, 10,898 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Aug 2007: 42,051 miles, lower than 420,347 miles on 25 Jul 2007.

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
81,836 miles · 30 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
10,898 miles
Average per year
3,145 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 92,734 miles
  • 2022 – 81,836 miles
  • 2021 – 72,008 miles
  • 2020 – 63,799 miles
  • 2019 – 63,576 miles
  • 2018 – 63,555 miles
  • 2017 – 63,190 miles
  • 2016 – 61,629 miles
  • 2015 – 60,007 miles
  • 2014 – 58,480 miles
  • 2012 – 55,431 miles
  • 2011 – 53,046 miles
  • 2010 – 49,891 miles
  • 2008 – 44,800 miles
  • 2007 – 42,051 miles
  • 2006 – 38,398 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail92,734 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Valve stem slightly damaged all 4, heavily perished, close to excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail92,734 miles (+10,898)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,734 miles
    Test number
    950382235764
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass81,836 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    81,836 miles
    Test number
    326843264017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail81,821 miles (+53)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,821 miles
    Test number
    385574741844
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount rubber broken

  4. Fail81,768 miles (+9,760)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,768 miles
    Test number
    569680557368
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake callipers both damp but not leaking

  5. Pass72,008 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    72,008 miles
    Test number
    404398516530
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged all 4, heavily perished, close to excessive (5.2.3 (j))

  6. Fail71,987 miles (+8,188)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,987 miles
    Test number
    138115976472
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged all 4, heavily perished, close to excessive (5.2.3 (j))

  7. Pass63,799 miles (+223)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    63,799 miles
    Test number
    478314094932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,576 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    63,576 miles
    Test number
    610147161247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass63,555 miles (+365)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    63,555 miles
    Test number
    520041166601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,190 miles (+1,561)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    63,190 miles
    Test number
    827230388452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,629 miles (+1,622)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    61,629 miles
    Test number
    712787538631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,007 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    60,007 miles
    Test number
    428704725018
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)

  13. Fail60,007 miles (+1,527)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,007 miles
    Test number
    658764025052
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)

  14. Pass58,480 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    58,480 miles
    Test number
    197392234480
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail58,480 miles (+3,049)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,480 miles
    Test number
    849342034018
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass55,431 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    55,431 miles
    Test number
    278731492119
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  17. Fail55,431 miles (+2,385)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,431 miles
    Test number
    475251092113
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  18. Fail53,046 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,046 miles
    Test number
    135726791119
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteSlight corrotion on o/s/r sill panel

  19. Pass53,046 miles (+3,155)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    53,046 miles
    Test number
    575766191119
    • NoteSlight corrotion on o/s/r sill panel

  20. Pass49,891 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    49,891 miles
    Test number
    412414910295
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  21. Fail49,891 miles (+5,091)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,891 miles
    Test number
    590834110276
    • Repaired at testBody has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control (6.1.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  22. Pass44,800 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    44,800 miles
    Test number
    672150648287
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Fail44,800 miles (+2,749)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,800 miles
    Test number
    954560948244
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass42,051 miles (-378,296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    42,051 miles
    Test number
    513199027230
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass420,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    420,347 miles
    Test number
    383726207482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail42,347 miles (+3,949)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,347 miles
    Test number
    564356307269
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass38,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    38,398 miles
    Test number
    240400166186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T618 VSG

Does T618 VSG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T618 VSG expired on 29 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T618 VSG?
The MOT on T618 VSG expired on 29 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T618 VSG done?
T618 VSG was recorded at 92,734 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2023, an average of 3,145 miles a year.
Has T618 VSG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T618 VSG has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T618 VSG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Aug 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T618 VSG find?
T618 VSG failed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2023 with 4 major defects and 1 advisory: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; offside front position lamp not working; rear exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 2 more.

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