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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T653 AWOMOT history

T653 AWO is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 258,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jan 2023
Mileage
258,426 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
11,543 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T653 AWO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T653 AWO was last recorded at 258,426 miles on 14 Apr 2023, 8,977 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
249,449 miles · 5 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
8,977 miles
Average per year
11,543 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 258,426 miles
  • 2022 – 249,449 miles
  • 2021 – 240,345 miles
  • 2020 – 240,322 miles
  • 2019 – 222,279 miles
  • 2018 – 210,168 miles
  • 2017 – 197,469 miles
  • 2016 – 185,366 miles
  • 2015 – 170,845 miles
  • 2014 – 156,771 miles
  • 2013 – 141,907 miles
  • 2012 – 128,142 miles
  • 2011 – 121,767 miles
  • 2010 – 112,696 miles
  • 2009 – 95,289 miles
  • 2008 – 81,833 miles
  • 2007 – 68,414 miles
  • 2006 – 62,450 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail258,426 miles
  • DangerousBrake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear (1.1.11 (a))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Macpherson strut likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective tail exhaust (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail258,426 miles (+8,977)2 dangerous7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,426 miles
    Test number
    180463495091
    • DangerousBrake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Macpherson strut likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective tail exhaust (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass249,449 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    249,449 miles
    Test number
    695873052872
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened covered in new underseal (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of car covered in new underseal.Side sills have filler repairs. repairs cannot be inspected fully.

  3. Fail249,449 miles (+9,104)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,449 miles
    Test number
    237428797669
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened covered in new underseal (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of car covered in new underseal.Side sills have filler repairs. repairs cannot be inspected fully.

  4. Pass240,345 miles (+23)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    240,345 miles
    Test number
    815150306939
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight judder on brakeing ( service brake )

  5. Fail240,322 miles (+18,043)16 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,322 miles
    Test number
    444314515384
    • 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 (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn Drop link ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn Drop link ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn Drop link ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn Drop link ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Light Misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  6. Pass222,279 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    222,279 miles
    Test number
    721067664258
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Dust cover perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Dust cover perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Fail222,279 miles (+12,111)1 dangerous2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,279 miles
    Test number
    571377439802
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached Re-Secure ball joint locking nut (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Dust cover perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Dust cover perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass210,168 miles (+12,699)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    210,168 miles
    Test number
    291302211900
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Chassis leg (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass197,469 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    197,469 miles
    Test number
    152325888846
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail197,469 miles (+12,103)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,469 miles
    Test number
    567024840798
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass185,366 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    185,366 miles
    Test number
    547353025516
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail185,361 miles (+14,516)11 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,361 miles
    Test number
    794242747932
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tailpipe/silencer area (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle no effort from o/s park brake (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass170,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    170,845 miles
    Test number
    679362185025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail170,841 miles (+14,070)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,841 miles
    Test number
    726632185026
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass156,771 miles (+14,864)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    156,771 miles
    Test number
    217730694005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass141,907 miles (+70)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    141,907 miles
    Test number
    839912703169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Fail141,837 miles (+13,695)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,837 miles
    Test number
    387894193051
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass128,142 miles (+6,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    128,142 miles
    Test number
    289344492043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass121,767 miles (+9,071)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    121,767 miles
    Test number
    738310321192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass112,696 miles (+17,407)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2011
    Odometer
    112,696 miles
    Test number
    453331540130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass95,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    95,289 miles
    Test number
    841902949105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail95,289 miles (+13,456)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,289 miles
    Test number
    971352749139
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  23. Pass81,833 miles (+13,419)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    81,833 miles
    Test number
    200004048192
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  24. Pass68,414 miles (+5,964)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    68,414 miles
    Test number
    792063707144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail62,450 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,450 miles
    Test number
    134982816198
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  26. Pass62,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    62,450 miles
    Test number
    534442416104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T653 AWO

Does T653 AWO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T653 AWO expired on 8 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T653 AWO?
The MOT on T653 AWO expired on 8 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T653 AWO done?
T653 AWO was recorded at 258,426 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2023, an average of 11,543 miles a year.
Has T653 AWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T653 AWO has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T653 AWO 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 T653 AWO find?
T653 AWO failed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 7 major defects and 7 advisories: brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear; offside rear macpherson strut likely to fail; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak, and 13 more.

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