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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T780 DBFMOT history

T780 DBF is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 29 MOT tests, with 92,283 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
92,283 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
15 passed · 14 failed
Per year
1,905 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T780 DBF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T780 DBF was last recorded at 92,283 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,281 miles · 20 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,905 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,283 miles
  • 2024 – 92,281 miles
  • 2021 – 92,170 miles
  • 2020 – 86,319 miles
  • 2018 – 85,949 miles
  • 2017 – 84,164 miles
  • 2016 – 83,512 miles
  • 2015 – 82,378 miles
  • 2014 – 79,679 miles
  • 2013 – 76,833 miles
  • 2012 – 73,837 miles
  • 2011 – 72,335 miles
  • 2010 – 70,632 miles
  • 2009 – 68,722 miles
  • 2008 – 66,298 miles
  • 2007 – 61,105 miles
  • 2006 – 54,261 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,283 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all flexys (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all flexys (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside 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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,283 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    92,283 miles
    Test number
    810198371367
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all flexys (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all flexys (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail92,281 miles (+111)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,281 miles
    Test number
    252339439110
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill and inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail92,170 miles (+5,851)2 dangerous16 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,170 miles
    Test number
    521860006475
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill seat mount (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch at front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch upper (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door step seat belt mount (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch at front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily corroded

  4. Pass86,319 miles (+370)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    86,319 miles
    Test number
    310258071764
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings corroded at bottom
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner and outer sills heavily corroded but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake grabbing slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside front floor holed and corroded but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealed not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  5. Pass85,949 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    85,949 miles
    Test number
    446936649344
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all

  6. Fail85,949 miles (+1,785)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,949 miles
    Test number
    907753361700
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all

  7. Pass84,164 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,164 miles
    Test number
    961207733244
    • AdvisoryNearside front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floorpan (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mountings missing

  8. Fail84,164 miles (+652)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,164 miles
    Test number
    378783126643
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floorpan (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mountings missing

  9. Pass83,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    83,512 miles
    Test number
    172998913179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail83,512 miles (+1,134)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,512 miles
    Test number
    898858178903
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  11. Pass82,378 miles (+2,699)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    82,378 miles
    Test number
    436873935165
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass79,679 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    79,679 miles
    Test number
    107068174099
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail79,679 miles (+2,846)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,679 miles
    Test number
    256726874010
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass76,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    76,833 miles
    Test number
    148004583469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail76,833 miles (+2,996)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,833 miles
    Test number
    935440583096
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass73,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    73,837 miles
    Test number
    396474922118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail73,837 miles (+1,502)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,837 miles
    Test number
    646144122105
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass72,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    72,335 miles
    Test number
    816193731153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail72,335 miles (+1,703)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,335 miles
    Test number
    255262531126
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  20. Pass70,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    70,632 miles
    Test number
    122451240115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail70,632 miles (+26)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,632 miles
    Test number
    944364330109
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Fail70,606 miles (+1,884)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,606 miles
    Test number
    934951200119
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  23. Pass68,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    68,722 miles
    Test number
    824357929065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail68,722 miles (+2,424)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,722 miles
    Test number
    892574129049
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass66,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    66,298 miles
    Test number
    131473658046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail66,298 miles (+5,193)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,298 miles
    Test number
    353758438022
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass61,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    61,105 miles
    Test number
    450455997079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail61,105 miles (+6,844)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,105 miles
    Test number
    500374397022
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  29. Pass54,261 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    54,261 miles
    Test number
    592645396036
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T780 DBF

Does T780 DBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T780 DBF is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T780 DBF?
The MOT on T780 DBF is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T780 DBF done?
T780 DBF was recorded at 92,283 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 1,905 miles a year.
Has T780 DBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T780 DBF has failed 14 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T780 DBF 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 T780 DBF find?
T780 DBF passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all flexys; brake hose slightly deteriorated all flexys; nearside seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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