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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T802 DBFMOT history

T802 DBF is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 18 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 112,608 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
112,608 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,822 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T802 DBF
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
18 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T802 DBF was last recorded at 112,608 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Jul 2018: 94,640 miles, lower than 126,144 miles on 6 Jul 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
112,601 miles · 13 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
1,822 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,608 miles
  • 2025 – 112,601 miles
  • 2024 – 110,380 miles
  • 2022 – 107,816 miles
  • 2021 – 101,650 miles
  • 2020 – 94,643 miles
  • 2018 – 94,640 miles
  • 2017 – 126,144 miles
  • 2016 – 119,559 miles
  • 2015 – 117,184 miles
  • 2014 – 111,464 miles
  • 2013 – 106,022 miles
  • 2012 – 100,365 miles
  • 2011 – 90,985 miles
  • 2010 – 87,801 miles
  • 2009 – 85,256 miles
  • 2008 – 83,181 miles
  • 2007 – 78,595 miles
  • 2006 – 76,398 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,608 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBoth inner and outer sills corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material next to front sub frame (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear sub frame corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material next to sub frame

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,608 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    112,608 miles
    Test number
    453223661428
    • AdvisoryBoth inner and outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material next to front sub frame (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  2. Fail112,608 miles (+7)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,608 miles
    Test number
    702978496671
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner and outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material next to front sub frame (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  3. Fail112,601 miles (+2,221)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,601 miles
    Test number
    867878411219
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner and outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth wings corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material next to sub frame (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  4. Pass110,380 miles (+11)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    110,380 miles
    Test number
    704411125421
    • AdvisoryBoth inner and outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront wings corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Next to sub frame (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame has surface corrosion

  5. Fail110,369 miles (+2,553)2 dangerous7 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,369 miles
    Test number
    204769574286
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted both front (1.1.13 (c))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake hose excessively twisted Both front, making contact with body/lower arm (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded next to sub frame (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion

  6. Pass107,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    107,816 miles
    Test number
    550502467745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail107,816 miles (+6,166)3 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,816 miles
    Test number
    514395622449
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

  8. Pass101,650 miles (+7,007)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    101,650 miles
    Test number
    106464885167
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipe corroded

  9. Pass94,643 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    94,643 miles
    Test number
    225468998111
    • AdvisoryFull body under sealed

  10. Fail94,640 miles (-31,504)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,640 miles
    Test number
    532047802421
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  11. Pass126,144 miles (+6,585)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    126,144 miles
    Test number
    815914783949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass119,559 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    119,559 miles
    Test number
    709511289749
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail119,558 miles (+2,374)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,558 miles
    Test number
    922677836543
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis leg (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass117,184 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    117,184 miles
    Test number
    497287525168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail117,184 miles (+5,720)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,184 miles
    Test number
    936495325107
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass111,464 miles (+5,442)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    111,464 miles
    Test number
    189901524106
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  17. Pass106,022 miles (+5,657)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    106,022 miles
    Test number
    255263413197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass100,365 miles (+9,380)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    100,365 miles
    Test number
    169239302164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass90,985 miles (+3,184)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    90,985 miles
    Test number
    346445971038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass87,801 miles (+2,545)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    87,801 miles
    Test number
    493647850039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass85,256 miles (+2,075)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    85,256 miles
    Test number
    840959479058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass83,181 miles (+4,586)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    83,181 miles
    Test number
    143629978069
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass78,595 miles (+2,197)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    78,595 miles
    Test number
    893214767027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass76,398 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    76,398 miles
    Test number
    312679376022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Fail76,398 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,398 miles
    Test number
    564709576023
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T802 DBF

Does T802 DBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T802 DBF is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T802 DBF?
The MOT on T802 DBF is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T802 DBF done?
T802 DBF was recorded at 112,608 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 1,822 miles a year.
Has T802 DBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T802 DBF has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T802 DBF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Jul 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T802 DBF find?
T802 DBF passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: both inner and outer sills corroded; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material next to front sub frame; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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