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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T657 MBOMOT history

T657 MBO is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Nov 2020 and it has passed 14 of 26 MOT tests, with 145,103 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Nov 2020
Mileage
145,103 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2022
MOT tests
26
14 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,973 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T657 MBO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Nov 2020
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T657 MBO was last recorded at 145,103 miles on 23 Jun 2022, 225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,878 miles · 24 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
225 miles
Average per year
4,973 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 145,103 miles
  • 2020 – 144,878 miles
  • 2019 – 139,497 miles
  • 2018 – 131,290 miles
  • 2017 – 126,859 miles
  • 2016 – 119,875 miles
  • 2015 – 110,501 miles
  • 2014 – 105,336 miles
  • 2013 – 99,870 miles
  • 2012 – 94,095 miles
  • 2011 – 87,255 miles
  • 2010 – 81,145 miles
  • 2009 – 73,815 miles
  • 2008 – 72,026 miles
  • 2007 – 69,167 miles
  • 2006 – 64,166 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail145,103 miles
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier tray corroded (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength bay (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength bay (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail145,103 miles (+225)10 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,103 miles
    Test number
    763708220014
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier tray corroded (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength bay (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength bay (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail144,878 miles (+5,381)10 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,878 miles
    Test number
    617162500082
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorUpper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking lever has little reserve travel

  3. Pass139,497 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    139,497 miles
    Test number
    327806780919
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail139,497 miles (+8,207)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,497 miles
    Test number
    807258903848
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front 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 Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass131,290 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    131,290 miles
    Test number
    178646382052
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • AdvisoryParking brake may need adjustment

  6. Fail131,284 miles (+4,425)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,284 miles
    Test number
    859677993890
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • AdvisoryParking brake may need adjustment

  7. Pass126,859 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    126,859 miles
    Test number
    468055985712
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Fail126,859 miles (+6,984)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,859 miles
    Test number
    438379769006
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure underinflated (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure underinflated (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure underinflated (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Pass119,875 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    119,875 miles
    Test number
    240835064468
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion vehicle has various steering components corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre s/wall damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  10. Fail119,875 miles (+9,374)4 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,875 miles
    Test number
    947690863316
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement caliper arm (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion vehicle has various steering components corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre s/wall damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cut advise to replace
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  11. Pass110,501 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    110,501 miles
    Test number
    980161663916
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  12. Fail110,501 miles (+5,165)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,501 miles
    Test number
    745513468610
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass105,336 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    105,336 miles
    Test number
    187087604380
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  14. Fail105,336 miles (+5,466)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,336 miles
    Test number
    826817804347
    • FailureFront Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  15. Pass99,870 miles (+5,775)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    99,870 miles
    Test number
    337346543459
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass94,095 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    94,095 miles
    Test number
    356731742473
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteClutch slave cylinder damp

  17. Fail94,095 miles (+6,840)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,095 miles
    Test number
    508951142265
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteClutch slave cylinder damp

  18. Pass87,255 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    87,255 miles
    Test number
    456472211118
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear disces pitted

  19. Fail87,255 miles (+6,110)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,255 miles
    Test number
    815162511123
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear disces pitted

  20. Pass81,145 miles (+7,330)5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    81,145 miles
    Test number
    900449400149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteBoth clutch and brake pedal rubbers worn
    • NotePower steering pipes showing signs of corrosion
    • NoteSteering wheel outer covering twisting

  21. Pass73,815 miles (+1,789)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    73,815 miles
    Test number
    543044889050
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass72,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    72,026 miles
    Test number
    601569608128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,025 miles (+2,858)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,025 miles
    Test number
    713839708116
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  24. Pass69,167 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    69,167 miles
    Test number
    220013807106
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on outer edge

  25. Fail69,167 miles (+5,001)4 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,167 miles
    Test number
    972163607126
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on outer edge

  26. Pass64,166 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    64,166 miles
    Test number
    182794776410
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Questions about T657 MBO

Does T657 MBO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T657 MBO expired on 19 Nov 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T657 MBO?
The MOT on T657 MBO expired on 19 Nov 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T657 MBO done?
T657 MBO was recorded at 145,103 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2022, an average of 4,973 miles a year.
Has T657 MBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T657 MBO has failed 12 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T657 MBO 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 T657 MBO find?
T657 MBO failed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2022 with 10 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier tray corroded; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn, and 10 more.

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