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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T724 STAMOT history

T724 STA is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 18 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2023 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 182,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2023
Mileage
182,003 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2022
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,177 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T724 STA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T724 STA was last recorded at 182,003 miles on 12 Dec 2022, 5,552 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,451 miles · 4 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
5,552 miles
Average per year
8,177 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 182,003 miles
  • 2021 – 176,451 miles
  • 2020 – 171,590 miles
  • 2019 – 160,778 miles
  • 2018 – 151,106 miles
  • 2017 – 139,211 miles
  • 2016 – 127,140 miles
  • 2015 – 118,790 miles
  • 2014 – 109,079 miles
  • 2013 – 96,320 miles
  • 2012 – 84,760 miles
  • 2011 – 70,288 miles
  • 2010 – 58,210 miles
  • 2009 – 53,954 miles
  • 2008 – 50,591 miles
  • 2007 – 47,404 miles
  • 2006 – 43,149 miles
  • 2005 – 41,648 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,003 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front to rear joint section (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral rust underside of car
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside nearside sill has surface rust
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Rear brake disc scorn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe front to rear starting to corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Signs of exhaust leak centre to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Underside corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,003 miles3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    182,003 miles
    Test number
    203600467129
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front to rear joint section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral rust underside of car
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside nearside sill has surface rust
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail182,003 miles (+5,552)1 major2 repaired3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,003 miles
    Test number
    265223849593
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge slice (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front to rear joint section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral rust underside of car
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside nearside sill has surface rust
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass176,451 miles (+23)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    176,451 miles
    Test number
    675267459171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc scorn
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe front to rear starting to corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySigns of exhaust leak centre to rear
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroding

  4. Fail176,428 miles (+4,838)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,428 miles
    Test number
    621932612787
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid caliper (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc scorn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe front to rear starting to corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySigns of exhaust leak centre to rear
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroding

  5. Pass171,590 miles (+10,812)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    171,590 miles
    Test number
    578771790018
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources right hand.... (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall splitting.... (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch / chassis area.... (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner edge slight cut in tread.... (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch very corroded.........

  6. Pass160,778 miles (+264)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    160,778 miles
    Test number
    945297657213
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension corrosion
    • AdvisoryO/s/r wheel arch starting to corrode
    • AdvisorySuspect o/s/r repair not welded along lower edge

  7. Fail160,514 miles (+9,408)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,514 miles
    Test number
    204247094488
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension corrosion
    • AdvisoryO/s/r wheel arch starting to corrode
    • AdvisorySuspect o/s/r repair not welded along lower edge

  8. Pass151,106 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    151,106 miles
    Test number
    763594223155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail lower area.... (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill.... (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch near antiroll bar mount.... (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake effort slightly low....

  9. Fail151,102 miles (+11,891)2 dangerous3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,102 miles
    Test number
    882312051862
    • DangerousNearside Front Braking system leaking at 'banjo' union area, on calliper..... (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Braking system leaking at brake calliper area.... (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/60/14.... (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (near previous repair.) (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle nearside handbrake low effort.... (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail lower area... (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill.... (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch near antiroll bar mount.... (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner worn.... (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass139,211 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    139,211 miles
    Test number
    903219100155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

  11. Fail139,207 miles (+12,067)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,207 miles
    Test number
    785302215162
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick pads Very low.... (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance bulb dull.... (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

  12. Pass127,140 miles (+8,350)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    127,140 miles
    Test number
    694674424523
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin aprox' 2mm .... (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill.... (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill.... (5.2.6)

  13. Pass118,790 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    118,790 miles
    Test number
    499350825175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail118,786 miles (+9,707)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,786 miles
    Test number
    529867305159
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass109,079 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    109,079 miles
    Test number
    857058114102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteInside of front brake discs corroded
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread starting to mis-shape and tread close to minimum depth in places
    • NoteSteel brake pipe leading to nearside rear flexy hose starting to corrode

  16. Fail109,079 miles (+12,759)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,079 miles
    Test number
    825536514180
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteInside of front brake discs corroded
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread starting to mis-shape and tread close to minimum depth in places
    • NoteSteel brake pipe leading to nearside rear flexy hose starting to corrode

  17. Pass96,320 miles (+261)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    96,320 miles
    Test number
    928131403128
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail96,059 miles (+11,299)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,059 miles
    Test number
    758116893033
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass84,760 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    84,760 miles
    Test number
    248534602116
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail84,743 miles (+14,455)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,743 miles
    Test number
    716125392022
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass70,288 miles (+12,078)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    70,288 miles
    Test number
    717489981082
    • NoteO/s outer sill starting to corrode
    • NoteSteering UJ gaiter split
    • NoteWipers slightly smearing

  22. Pass58,210 miles (+4,256)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    58,210 miles
    Test number
    280191090084
    • NoteO/s outer sill slightly corroded

  23. Pass53,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    53,954 miles
    Test number
    681738559015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail53,954 miles (+3,363)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,954 miles
    Test number
    154708559073
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  25. Pass50,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    50,591 miles
    Test number
    800195048050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail50,591 miles (+3,187)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,591 miles
    Test number
    112494848421
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass47,404 miles (+4,255)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    47,404 miles
    Test number
    603571557009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass43,149 miles (+1,501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    43,149 miles
    Test number
    972195656095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass41,648 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    41,648 miles
    Test number
    660846785277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T724 STA

Does T724 STA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T724 STA expired on 13 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T724 STA?
The MOT on T724 STA expired on 13 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T724 STA done?
T724 STA was recorded at 182,003 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2022, an average of 8,177 miles a year.
Has T724 STA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T724 STA has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on T724 STA 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 T724 STA find?
T724 STA passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2022 with 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy; nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy, and 8 more.

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