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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T659 UBRMOT history

T659 UBR is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 6 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Apr 2024 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 106,225 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Apr 2024
Mileage
106,225 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2023
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,467 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T659 UBR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T659 UBR was last recorded at 106,225 miles on 20 Apr 2023, 2,470 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,755 miles · 17 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
2,470 miles
Average per year
2,467 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 106,225 miles
  • 2022 – 103,755 miles
  • 2020 – 100,539 miles
  • 2019 – 83,892 miles
  • 2018 – 79,340 miles
  • 2017 – 79,236 miles
  • 2016 – 78,259 miles
  • 2015 – 76,506 miles
  • 2013 – 76,030 miles
  • 2012 – 74,885 miles
  • 2011 – 73,165 miles
  • 2010 – 71,079 miles
  • 2009 – 70,611 miles
  • 2008 – 69,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,225 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories 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 corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,225 miles (+2,470)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    106,225 miles
    Test number
    521111962479
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass103,755 miles (+3,216)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    103,755 miles
    Test number
    568417599321
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass100,539 miles (+9)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    100,539 miles
    Test number
    413595805475
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm bald on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension items corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  4. Fail100,530 miles (+16,638)1 dangerous7 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,530 miles
    Test number
    722396430581
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm bald inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm bald on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension items corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  5. Pass83,892 miles (+4,552)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    83,892 miles
    Test number
    158206962078
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass79,340 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    79,340 miles
    Test number
    747248153399
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front and offside rear brakes binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside chassis legs damaged

  7. Fail79,332 miles (+96)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,332 miles
    Test number
    434021916457
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass79,236 miles (+977)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    79,236 miles
    Test number
    310879898377
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside, offside (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass78,259 miles (+1,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    78,259 miles
    Test number
    832560403982
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking on tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking on tread

  10. Pass76,506 miles (+476)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    76,506 miles
    Test number
    578013345011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    76,030 miles
    Test number
    385697293233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail76,030 miles (+1,145)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,030 miles
    Test number
    165865293278
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass74,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    74,885 miles
    Test number
    818354702312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail74,885 miles (+1,720)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,885 miles
    Test number
    497694802359
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass73,165 miles (+2,086)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    73,165 miles
    Test number
    937483491204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,079 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    71,079 miles
    Test number
    612525080230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail71,047 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,047 miles
    Test number
    274462370135
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass71,047 miles (+436)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    71,047 miles
    Test number
    282332070168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,611 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    70,611 miles
    Test number
    284865179150
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront No. plate dirty
    • NoteUndertray fitted

  20. Fail70,611 miles (+892)2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,611 miles
    Test number
    434735279134
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront No. plate dirty
    • NoteUndertray fitted

  21. Pass69,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    69,719 miles
    Test number
    111004088117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T659 UBR

Does T659 UBR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T659 UBR expired on 19 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T659 UBR?
The MOT on T659 UBR expired on 19 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T659 UBR done?
T659 UBR was recorded at 106,225 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2023, an average of 2,467 miles a year.
Has T659 UBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T659 UBR has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on T659 UBR 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 T659 UBR find?
T659 UBR passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2023 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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