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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T696 RGHMOT history

T696 RGH is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 121,185 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jul 2023
Mileage
121,185 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,130 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T696 RGH
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
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T696 RGH was last recorded at 121,185 miles on 14 Jul 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,183 miles · 30 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,130 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 121,185 miles
  • 2021 – 119,855 miles
  • 2019 – 114,298 miles
  • 2018 – 110,916 miles
  • 2016 – 109,087 miles
  • 2015 – 104,100 miles
  • 2014 – 94,702 miles
  • 2013 – 85,173 miles
  • 2012 – 82,595 miles
  • 2011 – 80,837 miles
  • 2010 – 72,726 miles
  • 2009 – 60,165 miles
  • 2008 – 53,369 miles
  • 2007 – 45,712 miles
  • 2006 – 36,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,185 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,185 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    121,185 miles
    Test number
    910137917417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail121,183 miles (+1,328)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,183 miles
    Test number
    593070342238
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass119,855 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    119,855 miles
    Test number
    734996341394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail119,850 miles (+5,552)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,850 miles
    Test number
    724855181140
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass114,298 miles (+3,382)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    114,298 miles
    Test number
    141767444222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass110,916 miles (+1,829)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    110,916 miles
    Test number
    541131228667
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sil (5.2.6)

  7. Pass109,087 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    109,087 miles
    Test number
    421662936423
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres are too narrow for the wheels (stretched tyres)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on the inside edges

  8. Fail109,081 miles (+4,981)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,081 miles
    Test number
    127790769734
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users both sill covers bonding failed at front (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryAdverse camber set up on all four wheels
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing heavily on inner edges
    • AdvisoryTyres too narrow for rims (stretched on rims)

  9. Pass104,100 miles (+149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    104,100 miles
    Test number
    733675591200
    • AdvisoryFront suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail103,951 miles (+9,249)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,951 miles
    Test number
    494729380484
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass94,702 miles (+111)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    94,702 miles
    Test number
    755066584271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail94,591 miles (+9,418)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,591 miles
    Test number
    698262584282
    • FailureDriver's airbag missing (5.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  13. Pass85,173 miles (+2,578)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    85,173 miles
    Test number
    548073683231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,595 miles (+1,758)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    82,595 miles
    Test number
    859531512319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,837 miles (+8,111)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    80,837 miles
    Test number
    498106001324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,726 miles (+6,266)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    72,726 miles
    Test number
    702372820353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,460 miles (+6,295)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    66,460 miles
    Test number
    931653560048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail60,165 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,165 miles
    Test number
    110622749042
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass60,165 miles (+6,796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    60,165 miles
    Test number
    642962949003
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass53,369 miles (+7,657)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    53,369 miles
    Test number
    192862738066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,712 miles (+8,848)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    45,712 miles
    Test number
    411717727087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,864 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    36,864 miles
    Test number
    191745736063
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T696 RGH

Does T696 RGH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T696 RGH expired on 13 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T696 RGH?
The MOT on T696 RGH expired on 13 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T696 RGH done?
T696 RGH was recorded at 121,185 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2022, an average of 5,130 miles a year.
Has T696 RGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T696 RGH has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T696 RGH 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 T696 RGH find?
T696 RGH passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive; rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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