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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T815 HTRMOT history

T815 HTR is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 10 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 112,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
112,609 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,561 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T815 HTR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T815 HTR was last recorded at 112,609 miles on 31 Oct 2025, 236 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,373 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
236 miles
Average per year
3,561 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,609 miles
  • 2024 – 112,373 miles
  • 2023 – 111,902 miles
  • 2022 – 110,176 miles
  • 2021 – 108,503 miles
  • 2020 – 107,547 miles
  • 2019 – 104,299 miles
  • 2018 – 100,414 miles
  • 2017 – 96,319 miles
  • 2016 – 91,315 miles
  • 2015 – 86,536 miles
  • 2014 – 81,470 miles
  • 2013 – 78,123 miles
  • 2012 – 73,489 miles
  • 2011 – 68,198 miles
  • 2010 – 63,768 miles
  • 2009 – 55,694 miles
  • 2008 – 46,042 miles
  • 2007 – 45,298 miles
  • 2006 – 43,332 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,609 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has general surface corrosionRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak engine/gearbox area

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,609 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    112,609 miles
    Test number
    960437859834
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has general surface corrosion

  2. Fail112,609 miles (+236)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,609 miles
    Test number
    670167548033
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has general surface corrosion

  3. Pass112,373 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    112,373 miles
    Test number
    822912697947
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has general surface corrosion

  4. Fail112,354 miles (+452)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,354 miles
    Test number
    684037035907
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has general surface corrosion

  5. Pass111,902 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    111,902 miles
    Test number
    604102962002
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has general surface corrosion

  6. Fail111,897 miles (+1,721)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,897 miles
    Test number
    173835706039
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has general surface corrosion

  7. Pass110,176 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    110,176 miles
    Test number
    928644672059
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail110,153 miles (+1,650)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,153 miles
    Test number
    941893870838
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass108,503 miles (+956)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    108,503 miles
    Test number
    250161153732
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass107,547 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    107,547 miles
    Test number
    369479315465
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Pattern weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Pattern weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine/gearbox area

  11. Fail107,547 miles (+3,248)1 dangerous1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,547 miles
    Test number
    115473058305
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Pattern weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Pattern weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine/gearbox area

  12. Pass104,299 miles (+3,885)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,299 miles
    Test number
    859427805572
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine/gearbox area

  13. Pass100,414 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    100,414 miles
    Test number
    957566479349
    • AdvisoryDip beam patterns weak
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine/gearbox area
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing screen

  14. Fail100,414 miles (+4,095)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,414 miles
    Test number
    531034225191
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryDip beam patterns weak
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine/gearbox area
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing screen

  15. Pass96,319 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    96,319 miles
    Test number
    188662541540
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp patterns weak
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak engine/gearbox area

  16. Fail96,319 miles (+5,004)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,319 miles
    Test number
    473727067715
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19 inch (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19 inch (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working 501 bulb (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp patterns weak
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak engine/gearbox area

  17. Pass91,315 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,315 miles
    Test number
    847065552486
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s headlamp lens deteriated and starting to effect image
    • AdvisoryRear service brakes increase and decrease getting near limit

  18. Fail91,297 miles (+4,761)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,297 miles
    Test number
    715582514994
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s headlamp lens deteriated and starting to effect image
    • AdvisoryRear service brakes increase and decrease getting near limit

  19. Pass86,536 miles (+5,066)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    86,536 miles
    Test number
    795509815106
    • NoteHandbrake travel
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear tyre treads worn and starting to get low

  20. Pass81,470 miles (+3,347)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    81,470 miles
    Test number
    139669224192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass78,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    78,123 miles
    Test number
    596158423102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail78,123 miles (+4,634)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,123 miles
    Test number
    949247023103
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  23. Pass73,489 miles (+5,291)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    73,489 miles
    Test number
    605197932109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass68,198 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    68,198 miles
    Test number
    529372631145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail68,134 miles (+4,366)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,134 miles
    Test number
    998627321108
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass63,768 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    63,768 miles
    Test number
    463467930198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail63,757 miles (+8,063)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,757 miles
    Test number
    334035130156
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Fail55,694 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,694 miles
    Test number
    153995039134
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass55,694 miles (+9,652)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    55,694 miles
    Test number
    221795539461
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass46,042 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2009
    Odometer
    46,042 miles
    Test number
    852066838152
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Fail46,042 miles (+744)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,042 miles
    Test number
    874116338128
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. Pass45,298 miles (+1,966)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    45,298 miles
    Test number
    102764137100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass43,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    43,332 miles
    Test number
    984018536154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T815 HTR

Does T815 HTR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T815 HTR is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T815 HTR?
The MOT on T815 HTR is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T815 HTR done?
T815 HTR was recorded at 112,609 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 3,561 miles a year.
Has T815 HTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T815 HTR has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T815 HTR 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 T815 HTR find?
T815 HTR passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; underside of vehicle has general surface corrosion.

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