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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T681 MGWMOT history

T681 MGW is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 May 2023 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 156,154 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 May 2023
Mileage
156,154 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2023
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,942 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T681 MGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 May 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T681 MGW was last recorded at 156,154 miles on 6 Jul 2023, 519 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,635 miles · 23 May 2022
Between the last two tests
519 miles
Average per year
4,942 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 156,154 miles
  • 2022 – 155,635 miles
  • 2021 – 151,090 miles
  • 2020 – 146,841 miles
  • 2016 – 146,758 miles
  • 2015 – 140,861 miles
  • 2014 – 132,616 miles
  • 2013 – 127,927 miles
  • 2012 – 123,322 miles
  • 2011 – 116,578 miles
  • 2010 – 112,735 miles
  • 2009 – 105,725 miles
  • 2008 – 91,467 miles
  • 2007 – 81,365 miles
  • 2006 – 69,846 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail156,154 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • 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))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorRear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced BOTH REAR INNER SILLS CORRODED (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front WING CORRODED

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail156,154 miles (+519)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,154 miles
    Test number
    156392748917
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced BOTH REAR INNER SILLS CORRODED (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front WING CORRODED

  2. Pass155,635 miles (+4,545)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    155,635 miles
    Test number
    395618420059
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass151,090 miles (+4,249)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2022
    Odometer
    151,090 miles
    Test number
    399671159420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass146,841 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    146,841 miles
    Test number
    305887498385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail146,834 miles (+76)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,834 miles
    Test number
    350184038921
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor corroded (hole) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corroded

  6. Pass146,758 miles (+5,897)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    146,758 miles
    Test number
    742435499980
    • AdvisoryBRAKE PIPES BEEN GREASED UP/ REAR TYRES CLOSE TO LIMIT
    • AdvisoryCHIP ON SCREEN / DAMAGE TO O/S CHASSIE RAIL / SILL COVERS FITTED

  7. Pass140,861 miles (+14)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    140,861 miles
    Test number
    197377775050
    • NoteChip on screen / sill covers fitted / under tray fitted

  8. Fail140,847 miles (+8,231)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,847 miles
    Test number
    186248465455
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteChip on screen / sill covers fitted / under tray fitted

  9. Pass132,616 miles (+4,689)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    132,616 miles
    Test number
    346496864024
    • NoteChip on screen / undertrays x sill covers fitted / slight corrosion on rear of mainline brake pipe

  10. Pass127,927 miles (+4,605)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    127,927 miles
    Test number
    528962653073
    • NoteCHIP ON SCREEN / N/S/F TYRE CUTTING OUT ON INNER / UNDER TRAY & SILL COVERS FITTED

  11. Pass123,322 miles (+6,744)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    123,322 miles
    Test number
    377679552045
    • NoteSILL COVERS
    • NoteSLIGHT CORRSION ON FRONT & REAR SUSPENSION UNITS
    • NoteSLIGHT CORRSION ON REAR DISCS

  12. Pass116,578 miles (+3,843)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    116,578 miles
    Test number
    125689531095
    • NoteCHIP ON SCREEN
    • NoteSILL COVERS FITTEDAT TIME OF TEST
    • NoteSLIGHT CORRSION ON REAR DISCS
    • NoteSLIGHT CORRSION ON SUSPENSION UNITS

  13. Pass112,735 miles (+7,010)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    112,735 miles
    Test number
    111739910460
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  14. Pass105,725 miles (+14,258)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    105,725 miles
    Test number
    784484849026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass91,467 miles (+10,102)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    91,467 miles
    Test number
    771061338008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,365 miles (+11,519)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    81,365 miles
    Test number
    572390457051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    69,846 miles
    Test number
    832168216045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail69,846 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,846 miles
    Test number
    223967916090
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T681 MGW

Does T681 MGW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T681 MGW expired on 23 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T681 MGW?
The MOT on T681 MGW expired on 23 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T681 MGW done?
T681 MGW was recorded at 156,154 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2023, an average of 4,942 miles a year.
Has T681 MGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T681 MGW has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T681 MGW 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 T681 MGW find?
T681 MGW failed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2023 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 5 more.

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