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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T655 VHOMOT history

T655 VHO is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2025 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 111,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2025
Mileage
111,607 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,568 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T655 VHO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T655 VHO was last recorded at 111,607 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 1,584 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,023 miles · 7 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,584 miles
Average per year
1,568 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,607 miles
  • 2024 – 110,023 miles
  • 2021 – 110,013 miles
  • 2020 – 108,904 miles
  • 2019 – 106,301 miles
  • 2018 – 99,109 miles
  • 2017 – 95,799 miles
  • 2016 – 95,155 miles
  • 2015 – 94,292 miles
  • 2014 – 93,468 miles
  • 2013 – 92,697 miles
  • 2012 – 90,752 miles
  • 2007 – 83,565 miles
  • 2006 – 81,480 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail111,607 miles
  • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted preventing full inspection.
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • CORROSION IN MOST PLACES ON UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail111,607 miles (+1,584)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,607 miles
    Test number
    252771290573
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted preventing full inspection.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass110,023 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    110,023 miles
    Test number
    484303432346
    • AdvisoryCORROSION IN MOST PLACES ON UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front chassis rail, various places. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail110,021 miles (+8)1 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,021 miles
    Test number
    123011766104
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis rail, near ARB mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCORROSION IN MOST PLACES ON UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail, near front sub frame rear mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front chassis rail, various places. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail110,013 miles (+1,109)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,013 miles
    Test number
    950305802190
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCORROSION IN MOST PLACES ON UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS LEG (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS LEG (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass108,904 miles (+17)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    108,904 miles
    Test number
    207689454214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis Leg. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer Sill Area. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis Leg. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer Sill Area. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic Trims Fitted To Both Outer Sills.
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front And Rear. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All Suspension Arms. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle Lowered.

  6. Fail108,887 miles (+2,586)2 dangerous7 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,887 miles
    Test number
    342058960100
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inner Edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inner Edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis Leg. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer Sill Area. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis Leg. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer Sill Area. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic Trims Fitted To Both Outer Sills.
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front And Rear. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All Suspension Arms. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle Lowered.

  7. Pass106,301 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,301 miles
    Test number
    333258415770
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps slightly cloudy .
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leaking at joint . (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail , (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail106,292 miles (+7,183)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,292 miles
    Test number
    785775460346
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail holed . side and underneath . (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps slightly cloudy .
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leaking at joint . (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail , (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass99,109 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    99,109 miles
    Test number
    551347067026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail99,104 miles (+3,305)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,104 miles
    Test number
    211089093788
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

  11. Pass95,799 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    95,799 miles
    Test number
    912577009172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  12. Fail95,799 miles (+644)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,799 miles
    Test number
    196012713091
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass95,155 miles (+863)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    95,155 miles
    Test number
    540479925647
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims fitted preventing full inspection of outer sills
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail94,292 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,292 miles
    Test number
    155093715240
    • 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)

  15. Pass94,292 miles (+824)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    94,292 miles
    Test number
    925713815223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass93,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    93,468 miles
    Test number
    925394114233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail93,468 miles (+771)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,468 miles
    Test number
    965980114285
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  18. Pass92,697 miles (+1,945)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    92,697 miles
    Test number
    779670303213
    • NoteADVISE REPLACE REAR BRAKE DISCS AND PADS -- ASAP ----
    • NoteADVISE REPLACE REAR SECTION OF EXHAUST
    • NoteADVISE TYRE SIDE WALLS CRACKING

  19. Pass90,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    90,752 miles
    Test number
    305357502491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass88,429 km
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    88,429 km
    Test number
    235709891165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail88,429 km (+1,517)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,429 km
    Test number
    805799291176
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  22. Pass86,912 km (+901)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    86,912 km
    Test number
    351087190141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass86,011 km (+909)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    86,011 km
    Test number
    934686909246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass85,102 km
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    85,102 km
    Test number
    244761908245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass83,565 miles (+2,085)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    83,565 miles
    Test number
    674975507257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass81,480 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    81,480 miles
    Test number
    502103316201
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Fail81,480 miles1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,480 miles
    Test number
    192659006202
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T655 VHO

Does T655 VHO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T655 VHO expired on 6 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T655 VHO?
The MOT on T655 VHO expired on 6 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T655 VHO done?
T655 VHO was recorded at 111,607 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 1,568 miles a year.
Has T655 VHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T655 VHO has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T655 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 T655 VHO find?
T655 VHO failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 1 major defect and 3 advisories: rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick nearside and offside; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; outer sill covers fitted preventing full inspection., and 2 more.

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