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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T62 PABMOT history

T62 PAB is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 24 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 99,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Aug 2027
Mileage
99,219 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,867 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T62 PAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T62 PAB was last recorded at 99,219 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 7,311 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,908 miles · 8 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,311 miles
Average per year
1,867 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,219 miles
  • 2025 – 91,908 miles
  • 2024 – 88,599 miles
  • 2023 – 85,170 miles
  • 2022 – 84,095 miles
  • 2021 – 83,666 miles
  • 2018 – 83,610 miles
  • 2017 – 81,975 miles
  • 2016 – 80,823 miles
  • 2015 – 78,772 miles
  • 2014 – 77,182 miles
  • 2013 – 75,270 miles
  • 2012 – 73,632 miles
  • 2011 – 72,384 miles
  • 2010 – 71,327 miles
  • 2009 – 69,968 miles
  • 2008 – 67,515 miles
  • 2007 – 65,631 miles
  • 2006 – 62,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,219 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

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 19 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,219 miles (+7,311)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    99,219 miles
    Test number
    445438621676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass91,908 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    91,908 miles
    Test number
    740492414719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail91,891 miles (+3,292)14 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,891 miles
    Test number
    669869843463
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole anti roll bar attachment/chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension locking device ineffective (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested no beam image to test (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar insecurely attached drop link nut loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel insecure wing detached at the bottom (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced corrosion hole next to previous repair inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Pass88,599 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    88,599 miles
    Test number
    924117433871
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  5. Fail88,577 miles (+3,407)11 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,577 miles
    Test number
    983036892253
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 0.63 (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSide repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  6. Pass85,170 miles (+8)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    85,170 miles
    Test number
    428938594581
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour blue (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened cut with saw (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened cut with saw (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail85,162 miles (+1,067)1 dangerous14 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,162 miles
    Test number
    407026063992
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorEmission control equipment missing where fitted as standard Evap Canister , missing from offside inner arch (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm insecurely attached ball joint loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached ball joint loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour blue (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened cut with saw (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened cut with saw (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass84,095 miles (+429)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    84,095 miles
    Test number
    727556637592
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corrosion but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes and suspension components have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has a chip outside of swept area

  9. Pass83,666 miles (+56)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    83,666 miles
    Test number
    575085097147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside top and bottom suspension arms has extensive surface rust
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive seat mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tpo and bottom suspension arms extensive surface rust
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub-frames extensive surface rust
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms extensive surface rust

  10. Pass83,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    83,610 miles
    Test number
    931330494174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail83,610 miles (+1,635)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,610 miles
    Test number
    312253030247
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass81,975 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    81,975 miles
    Test number
    203307957884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre sidewall perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewall perished

  13. Fail81,965 miles (+1,142)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,965 miles
    Test number
    875348683129
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre sidewall perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewall perished

  14. Pass80,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    80,823 miles
    Test number
    611321755078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail80,823 miles (+2,051)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,823 miles
    Test number
    336756429647
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

  16. Pass78,772 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    78,772 miles
    Test number
    976803915389
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  17. Fail78,772 miles (+1,590)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,772 miles
    Test number
    145701827926
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Fail77,182 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,182 miles
    Test number
    366899584262
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass77,182 miles (+1,912)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    77,182 miles
    Test number
    409449284231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    75,270 miles
    Test number
    166608483284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail75,270 miles (+1,638)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,270 miles
    Test number
    968938283220
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass73,632 miles (+1,248)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    73,632 miles
    Test number
    606210792249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass72,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    72,384 miles
    Test number
    147180191235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail72,384 miles (+1,057)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,384 miles
    Test number
    669350091252
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  25. Pass71,327 miles (+1,359)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    71,327 miles
    Test number
    613591790201
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  26. Pass69,968 miles (+2,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    69,968 miles
    Test number
    561232099238
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass67,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    67,515 miles
    Test number
    443100898289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail67,515 miles (+1,884)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,515 miles
    Test number
    950710098270
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

  29. Pass65,631 miles (+3,324)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    65,631 miles
    Test number
    302348387242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass62,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    62,307 miles
    Test number
    900522596240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T62 PAB

Does T62 PAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T62 PAB is valid until 7 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T62 PAB?
The MOT on T62 PAB is valid until 7 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T62 PAB done?
T62 PAB was recorded at 99,219 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 1,867 miles a year.
Has T62 PAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T62 PAB has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T62 PAB 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 T62 PAB find?
T62 PAB passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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