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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T81 MAUMOT history

T81 MAU is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 119,549 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
119,549 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,814 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T81 MAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T81 MAU was last recorded at 119,549 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 463 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,086 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
463 miles
Average per year
1,814 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,549 miles
  • 2025 – 119,086 miles
  • 2023 – 118,706 miles
  • 2021 – 116,917 miles
  • 2018 – 116,670 miles
  • 2017 – 115,557 miles
  • 2016 – 114,889 miles
  • 2014 – 110,228 miles
  • 2013 – 107,616 miles
  • 2011 – 107,599 miles
  • 2010 – 105,629 miles
  • 2009 – 103,545 miles
  • 2008 – 96,517 miles
  • 2007 – 89,716 miles
  • 2006 – 82,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,549 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

20 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,549 miles (+463)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    119,549 miles
    Test number
    104202660140
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass119,086 miles (+380)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    119,086 miles
    Test number
    424913116816
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass118,706 miles (+1,789)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    118,706 miles
    Test number
    184762168713
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  4. Pass116,917 miles (+247)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    116,917 miles
    Test number
    618438247717
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass116,670 miles (+1,113)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    116,670 miles
    Test number
    355414756712
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass115,557 miles (+668)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    115,557 miles
    Test number
    733915580377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass114,889 miles (+4,661)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    114,889 miles
    Test number
    642330327172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass110,228 miles (+2,612)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    110,228 miles
    Test number
    108251524178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass107,616 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    107,616 miles
    Test number
    548902423188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass107,599 miles (+1,970)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    107,599 miles
    Test number
    576202171243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s/r + o/s/r boot floor corroded

  11. Pass105,629 miles (+28)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    105,629 miles
    Test number
    272387950298
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/r boot well corroded

  12. Fail105,601 miles (+2,056)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,601 miles
    Test number
    800833840293
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/r boot well corroded

  13. Pass103,545 miles (+7,028)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    103,545 miles
    Test number
    244560639029
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteRear number plate has slight water damage & faded

  14. Pass96,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    96,517 miles
    Test number
    242847138007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail96,517 miles (+6,801)3 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,517 miles
    Test number
    634136138072
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Pass89,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    89,716 miles
    Test number
    930631237033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail89,714 miles (+7,041)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,714 miles
    Test number
    412481037073
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass82,673 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    82,673 miles
    Test number
    334339636000
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteHandbrake close to stop
    • NoteNearside rear tyre inner sidewall has cut's in it
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on edge's of tread

  19. Fail82,673 miles (+92)3 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,673 miles
    Test number
    672499136098
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteHandbrake close to stop
    • NoteNearside rear tyre inner sidewall has cut's in it
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on edge's of tread

  20. Fail82,581 miles1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,581 miles
    Test number
    784381136050
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/f side wall slight cut

Questions about T81 MAU

Does T81 MAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T81 MAU is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T81 MAU?
The MOT on T81 MAU is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T81 MAU done?
T81 MAU was recorded at 119,549 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 1,814 miles a year.
Has T81 MAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T81 MAU has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2010.
Has the mileage on T81 MAU 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 T81 MAU find?
T81 MAU passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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