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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T656 UHJMOT history

T656 UHJ is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Jun 2026 and it has passed 17 of 32 MOT tests, with 123,466 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jun 2026
Mileage
123,466 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
32
17 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,581 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T656 UHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T656 UHJ was last recorded at 123,466 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 461 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,005 miles · 10 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
461 miles
Average per year
2,581 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,466 miles
  • 2025 – 123,005 miles
  • 2024 – 122,831 miles
  • 2023 – 121,897 miles
  • 2022 – 121,091 miles
  • 2021 – 120,232 miles
  • 2020 – 119,684 miles
  • 2019 – 119,066 miles
  • 2015 – 111,812 miles
  • 2014 – 103,089 miles
  • 2013 – 98,966 miles
  • 2012 – 97,973 miles
  • 2011 – 96,289 miles
  • 2010 – 95,584 miles
  • 2009 – 86,728 miles
  • 2008 – 81,708 miles
  • 2007 – 77,105 miles
  • 2006 – 72,354 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail123,466 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded
  • AdvisoryParking brake has a lot of travel
  • AdvisorySlight inbalance on front brakes
  • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to front and rear subframes and suspension components

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

32 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail123,466 miles (+461)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,466 miles
    Test number
    392555976685
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake has a lot of travel
    • AdvisorySlight inbalance on front brakes
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to front and rear subframes and suspension components

  2. Pass123,005 miles (+17)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    123,005 miles
    Test number
    565959514933
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail122,988 miles (+157)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,988 miles
    Test number
    877950148786
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass122,831 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    122,831 miles
    Test number
    980871553918
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail122,831 miles (+934)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,831 miles
    Test number
    627595255628
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened CHASSIS RAIL. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass121,897 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    121,897 miles
    Test number
    593230388995
    • AdvisoryBoth rear sill corroding behind side skirts
    • AdvisorySuspension components corrosion

  7. Fail121,897 miles (+806)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,897 miles
    Test number
    704609544656
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear sills corroding
    • AdvisorySuspension components corrosion

  8. Pass121,091 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    121,091 miles
    Test number
    299200068156
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail121,088 miles (+856)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,088 miles
    Test number
    718963682925
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass120,232 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    120,232 miles
    Test number
    953461887876
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRONT SECTION SINGS OFF CORROSION (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail120,232 miles (+548)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,232 miles
    Test number
    147290749849
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRONT SECTION SINGS OFF CORROSION (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass119,684 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    119,684 miles
    Test number
    386601175250
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Fail119,672 miles (+606)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,672 miles
    Test number
    765167580395
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass119,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    119,066 miles
    Test number
    959645427713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail119,065 miles (+7,253)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,065 miles
    Test number
    514813313652
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass111,812 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    111,812 miles
    Test number
    618464535109
    • NoteSlight deformation in n/s/f tyre outer sidewall
    • NoteUpper brake light not working

  17. Fail111,812 miles (+8,723)2 failures1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,812 miles
    Test number
    356074535103
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteSlight deformation in n/s/f tyre outer sidewall
    • NoteUpper brake light not working

  18. Pass103,089 miles (+4,123)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    103,089 miles
    Test number
    747730354190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail98,966 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,966 miles
    Test number
    355445853165
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass98,966 miles (+993)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    98,966 miles
    Test number
    575365753183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass97,973 miles (+4)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    97,973 miles
    Test number
    415573062241
    • NoteBoth outer sills rusty but not to excess
    • NoteN/s/r tyre starting to perish

  22. Fail97,969 miles (+1,680)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,969 miles
    Test number
    597297452222
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth outer sills rusty but not to excess
    • NoteN/s/r tyre starting to perish

  23. Pass96,289 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    96,289 miles
    Test number
    459991991295
    • NoteBoth front head lamps has mist on lens but not to excess
    • NoteNear side rear tyre wearing slightly low but not to excess

  24. Fail96,289 miles (+705)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,289 miles
    Test number
    497101391245
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth front head lamps has mist on lens but not to excess
    • NoteNear side rear tyre wearing slightly low but not to excess

  25. Fail95,584 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,584 miles
    Test number
    800975000348
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass95,584 miles (+8,856)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    95,584 miles
    Test number
    950775800339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass86,728 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    86,728 miles
    Test number
    911961299148
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Fail86,728 miles (+5,020)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,728 miles
    Test number
    933520299116
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass81,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    81,708 miles
    Test number
    374521328207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail81,708 miles (+4,603)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,708 miles
    Test number
    744461828264
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  31. Pass77,105 miles (+4,751)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    77,105 miles
    Test number
    163525537238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass72,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    72,354 miles
    Test number
    373466726260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T656 UHJ

Does T656 UHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T656 UHJ expired on 9 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T656 UHJ?
The MOT on T656 UHJ expired on 9 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T656 UHJ done?
T656 UHJ was recorded at 123,466 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 2,581 miles a year.
Has T656 UHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T656 UHJ has failed 15 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T656 UHJ 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 T656 UHJ find?
T656 UHJ failed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 4 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis; offside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill, and 7 more.

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