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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T64 NLFMOT history

T64 NLF is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 3 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Feb 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 101,157 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Feb 2023
Mileage
101,157 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2023
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T64 NLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T64 NLF was last recorded at 101,157 miles on 8 Feb 2023, 3,891 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,266 miles · 16 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
3,891 miles
Average per year
4,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 101,157 miles
  • 2022 – 97,266 miles
  • 2021 – 92,089 miles
  • 2019 – 90,183 miles
  • 2018 – 90,166 miles
  • 2016 – 89,151 miles
  • 2015 – 85,172 miles
  • 2013 – 81,760 miles
  • 2012 – 74,877 miles
  • 2011 – 65,441 miles
  • 2010 – 56,759 miles
  • 2009 – 48,705 miles
  • 2008 – 41,368 miles
  • 2007 – 31,774 miles
  • 2006 – 26,547 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,157 miles
  • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust catalytic converter obviously modified (8.2.1.1 (a))
  • MajorFront Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit headlight wiring both sides connectors not suitable and insulation inadequate (4.11 (c) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from splitter on O/S to N/S (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear inner and outer sill at jacking point + closing plate (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill at rear jacking point (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn primarily N/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes both sides perished but no excessive movement found (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement multiple front suspension bushes perished but no excessive play found (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement multiple rear suspension bushes perished but no excessive play found (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront bumper insecure but not likely to fall from vehicle
  • AdvisoryVehicles structure and mechanical components have general corrosion

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail101,157 miles (+3,891)1 dangerous12 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,157 miles
    Test number
    260337171439
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter obviously modified (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit headlight wiring both sides connectors not suitable and insulation inadequate (4.11 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from splitter on O/S to N/S (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear inner and outer sill at jacking point + closing plate (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill at rear jacking point (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn primarily N/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes both sides perished but no excessive movement found (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement multiple front suspension bushes perished but no excessive play found (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement multiple rear suspension bushes perished but no excessive play found (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper insecure but not likely to fall from vehicle
    • AdvisoryVehicles structure and mechanical components have general corrosion

  2. Pass97,266 miles (+139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    97,266 miles
    Test number
    752069568079
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail97,127 miles (+5,038)2 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,127 miles
    Test number
    339959257459
    • DangerousNearside Front Hydraulic fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety severe brake fluid leak calliper area.... (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint area.... (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.114 (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits to high aprox' 0.655 (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits aprox' 0.573 (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass92,089 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    92,089 miles
    Test number
    906088866283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail92,089 miles (+2)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,089 miles
    Test number
    546239566309
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail92,087 miles (+1,904)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,087 miles
    Test number
    626416017005
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass90,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,183 miles
    Test number
    211267278923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail90,183 miles (+17)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,183 miles
    Test number
    577316659472
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  9. Pass90,166 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    90,166 miles
    Test number
    726888917417
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread depth 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail90,166 miles (+1,015)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,166 miles
    Test number
    506250383167
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread depth 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass89,151 miles (+3,979)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    89,151 miles
    Test number
    916257983727
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass85,172 miles (+3,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    85,172 miles
    Test number
    301289481323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass81,760 miles (+6,883)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    81,760 miles
    Test number
    786537673129
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNear side front tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Pass74,877 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    74,877 miles
    Test number
    716210182192
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail74,863 miles (+9,422)1 dangerous1 failure2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,863 miles
    Test number
    159469172116
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside tyre outer wall slight damage

  16. Pass65,441 miles (+8,682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    65,441 miles
    Test number
    755778471188
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass56,759 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    56,759 miles
    Test number
    101291980117
    • DangerousFront and rear brake pads are worn to limit,they need replacing.

  18. Fail56,759 miles (+8,054)1 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,759 miles
    Test number
    642131580196
    • DangerousFront and rear brake pads are worn to limit,they need replacing.
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass48,705 miles (+7,337)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,705 miles
    Test number
    960657969128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,368 miles (+9,594)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    41,368 miles
    Test number
    564427578125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,774 miles (+5,227)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    31,774 miles
    Test number
    241587777437
    • NoteBoth front tyre treads worn inner edges

  22. Pass26,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    26,547 miles
    Test number
    172150476175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T64 NLF

Does T64 NLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T64 NLF expired on 15 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T64 NLF?
The MOT on T64 NLF expired on 15 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T64 NLF done?
T64 NLF was recorded at 101,157 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2023, an average of 4,484 miles a year.
Has T64 NLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T64 NLF has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T64 NLF 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 T64 NLF find?
T64 NLF failed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 12 major defects and 8 advisories: rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust catalytic converter obviously modified, and 18 more.

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