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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T635 VAMMOT history

T635 VAM is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 26 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2023 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 100,673 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2023
Mileage
100,673 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2022
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,683 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T635 VAM
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
26 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T635 VAM was last recorded at 100,673 miles on 9 Apr 2022, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,639 miles · 9 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
2,683 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 100,673 miles
  • 2019 – 98,723 miles
  • 2018 – 94,531 miles
  • 2017 – 91,180 miles
  • 2016 – 87,801 miles
  • 2015 – 82,961 miles
  • 2014 – 76,784 miles
  • 2013 – 69,642 miles
  • 2012 – 68,929 miles
  • 2011 – 68,403 miles
  • 2010 – 67,782 miles
  • 2009 – 65,107 miles
  • 2008 – 62,579 miles
  • 2007 – 59,874 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,673 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,673 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    100,673 miles
    Test number
    884916526256
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail100,639 miles (+1,916)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,639 miles
    Test number
    277432850572
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight windscreen damage
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front upper and lower both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear upper and lower both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  3. Pass98,723 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,723 miles
    Test number
    967424327541
    • AdvisoryBoth Offside and Nearside rear sills corroded but not holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail98,723 miles (+4,192)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,723 miles
    Test number
    920960590433
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth Offside and Nearside rear sills corroded but not holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass94,531 miles (+3,351)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    94,531 miles
    Test number
    897950326720
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass91,180 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    91,180 miles
    Test number
    504820799628
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  7. Fail91,180 miles (+3,379)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,180 miles
    Test number
    152633851923
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  8. Pass87,801 miles (+4,840)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    87,801 miles
    Test number
    310657526177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,961 miles (+6,177)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    82,961 miles
    Test number
    597346945121
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass76,784 miles (+7,142)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    76,784 miles
    Test number
    166131874106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,642 miles (+713)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    69,642 miles
    Test number
    876278553177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,929 miles (+526)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    68,929 miles
    Test number
    419004122148
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass68,403 miles (+621)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    68,403 miles
    Test number
    797357591009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,782 miles (+2,675)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    67,782 miles
    Test number
    480137330089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,107 miles (+2,528)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    65,107 miles
    Test number
    433764119071
    • NoteHand brakes travel far

  16. Pass62,579 miles (+2,705)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    62,579 miles
    Test number
    943923728061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    59,874 miles
    Test number
    661874127060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail59,874 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,874 miles
    Test number
    952144127074
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about T635 VAM

Does T635 VAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T635 VAM expired on 8 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T635 VAM?
The MOT on T635 VAM expired on 8 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T635 VAM done?
T635 VAM was recorded at 100,673 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2022, an average of 2,683 miles a year.
Has T635 VAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T635 VAM has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T635 VAM 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 T635 VAM find?
T635 VAM passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2022 with 3 advisories: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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