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Mazda RX-7

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,616 cc

T653 VHOMOT history

T653 VHO is a blue petrol Mazda RX-7 first used on 14 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Mar 2023 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 66,530 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Mar 2023
Mileage
66,530 mi
At MOT on 20 Sept 2023
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T653 VHO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
RX-7
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,616 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T653 VHO was last recorded at 66,530 miles on 20 Sept 2023, 4,972 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,558 miles · 16 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
4,972 miles
Average per year
1,599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 66,530 miles
  • 2022 – 61,558 miles
  • 2020 – 57,906 miles
  • 2019 – 54,254 miles
  • 2017 – 54,191 miles
  • 2014 – 54,006 miles
  • 2012 – 52,929 miles
  • 2011 – 51,934 miles
  • 2010 – 51,199 miles
  • 2007 – 47,819 miles
  • 2006 – 44,154 miles
  • 2005 – 37,722 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail66,530 miles
  • 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 (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements lettering too small (0.1 (d))
  • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements lettering too small (0.1 (d))
  • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light white light (4.5.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryBattery negative wire poorly routed and tape fitted to bracket to stop short circuit from terminal

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

14 tests since 18 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail66,530 miles (+4,972)10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,530 miles
    Test number
    454132117187
    • 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 (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements lettering too small (0.1 (d))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements lettering too small (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light white light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery negative wire poorly routed and tape fitted to bracket to stop short circuit from terminal

  2. Pass61,558 miles (+3,652)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    61,558 miles
    Test number
    570569085182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass57,906 miles (+3,652)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    57,906 miles
    Test number
    842902122787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass54,254 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,254 miles
    Test number
    894577854520
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion brake and suspension components
    • AdvisoryTyres slight perishing

  5. Fail54,254 miles (+63)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,254 miles
    Test number
    994112896591
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion brake and suspension components
    • AdvisoryTyres slight perishing

  6. Pass54,191 miles (+185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    54,191 miles
    Test number
    520125521513
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass54,006 miles (+1,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    54,006 miles
    Test number
    997495244036
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  8. Pass52,929 miles (+995)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    52,929 miles
    Test number
    279956712170
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass51,934 miles (+735)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    51,934 miles
    Test number
    799418691046
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass51,199 miles (+3,380)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    51,199 miles
    Test number
    263893210189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,819 miles (+3,665)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    47,819 miles
    Test number
    133075347348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,154 miles (+6,432)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    44,154 miles
    Test number
    471322536313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,722 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    37,722 miles
    Test number
    320784845476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail37,599 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,599 miles
    Test number
    734440435211
    • 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)

Questions about T653 VHO

Does T653 VHO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T653 VHO expired on 15 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T653 VHO?
The MOT on T653 VHO expired on 15 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T653 VHO done?
T653 VHO was recorded at 66,530 miles at its MOT on 20 Sept 2023, an average of 1,599 miles a year.
Has T653 VHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T653 VHO has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T653 VHO 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 VHO find?
T653 VHO failed its latest MOT on 20 Sept 2023 with 10 major defects and 3 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 10 more.

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