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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T76 LLEMOT history

T76 LLE is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2022 and it has passed 5 of 10 MOT tests, with 80,667 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Mar 2022
Mileage
80,667 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2022
MOT tests
10
5 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T76 LLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2022
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T76 LLE was last recorded at 80,667 miles on 19 Apr 2022, 2,281 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,386 miles · 30 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
2,281 miles
Average per year
1,562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 80,667 miles
  • 2021 – 78,386 miles
  • 2020 – 74,528 miles
  • 2016 – 71,856 miles
  • 2015 – 70,094 miles
  • 2014 – 68,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail80,667 miles
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

10 tests since 10 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail80,667 miles (+2,281)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,667 miles
    Test number
    535710195952
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass78,386 miles (+45)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    78,386 miles
    Test number
    221628467758
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has slight travel
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail78,341 miles (+3,813)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,341 miles
    Test number
    162707572092
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass74,528 miles (+2,672)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    74,528 miles
    Test number
    145364275001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass71,856 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    71,856 miles
    Test number
    199795787419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail71,844 miles (+1,750)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,844 miles
    Test number
    797412431011
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  7. Pass70,094 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    70,094 miles
    Test number
    254137007706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail70,087 miles (+1,827)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,087 miles
    Test number
    269128776167
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  9. Pass68,260 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    68,260 miles
    Test number
    198822134103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  10. Fail68,260 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,260 miles
    Test number
    636280034118
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about T76 LLE

Does T76 LLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T76 LLE expired on 29 Mar 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T76 LLE?
The MOT on T76 LLE expired on 29 Mar 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T76 LLE done?
T76 LLE was recorded at 80,667 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2022, an average of 1,562 miles a year.
Has T76 LLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T76 LLE has failed 5 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T76 LLE 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 T76 LLE find?
T76 LLE failed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2022 with 1 major defect and 3 advisories: offside rear vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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