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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T821 MBHMOT history

T821 MBH is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 82,395 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
82,395 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,306 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T821 MBH
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T821 MBH was last recorded at 82,395 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 5,562 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,833 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,562 miles
Average per year
2,306 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,395 miles
  • 2025 – 76,833 miles
  • 2024 – 74,825 miles
  • 2023 – 73,887 miles
  • 2022 – 72,920 miles
  • 2021 – 72,097 miles
  • 2020 – 71,610 miles
  • 2019 – 70,176 miles
  • 2018 – 68,369 miles
  • 2017 – 65,948 miles
  • 2016 – 64,166 miles
  • 2015 – 62,806 miles
  • 2014 – 61,613 miles
  • 2013 – 59,396 miles
  • 2012 – 56,983 miles
  • 2011 – 55,104 miles
  • 2010 – 53,589 miles
  • 2009 – 50,538 miles
  • 2008 – 40,637 miles
  • 2007 – 38,944 miles
  • 2006 – 36,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,395 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central towards rear outer sill corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central towards rear outer sill corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,395 miles (+5,562)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    82,395 miles
    Test number
    298981125119
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central towards rear outer sill corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central towards rear outer sill corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass76,833 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    76,833 miles
    Test number
    684924926413
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  3. Fail76,833 miles (+2,008)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,833 miles
    Test number
    576126340574
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  4. Pass74,825 miles (+938)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    74,825 miles
    Test number
    995673618079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass73,887 miles (+967)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    73,887 miles
    Test number
    422546920374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass72,920 miles (+823)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    72,920 miles
    Test number
    905466976211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,097 miles (+487)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    72,097 miles
    Test number
    642431500906
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass71,610 miles (+1,434)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    71,610 miles
    Test number
    665731367473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,176 miles (+1,807)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    70,176 miles
    Test number
    321062691727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,369 miles (+2,421)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    68,369 miles
    Test number
    268097097594
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis slight corrosion

  11. Pass65,948 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    65,948 miles
    Test number
    623234384687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail65,941 miles (+1,775)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,941 miles
    Test number
    692019992054
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass64,166 miles (+1,360)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,166 miles
    Test number
    672241147879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,806 miles (+1,193)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    62,806 miles
    Test number
    738590850579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,613 miles (+2,217)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    61,613 miles
    Test number
    928479254202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,396 miles (+2,413)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    59,396 miles
    Test number
    455872653256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,983 miles (+1,879)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    56,983 miles
    Test number
    679739652260
    • NoteOffside sill area is corroded but not considered excessive

  18. Pass55,104 miles (+1,515)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    55,104 miles
    Test number
    277393241204
    • NoteOffside sill area is corroded but not considered excessive

  19. Pass53,589 miles (+3,051)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    53,589 miles
    Test number
    344376840236
    • NoteOffside sill area is corroded but not considered excessive

  20. Pass50,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    50,538 miles
    Test number
    362643059293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,538 miles (+9,901)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,538 miles
    Test number
    640403959293
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  22. Pass40,637 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    40,637 miles
    Test number
    773096348285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail40,595 miles3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,595 miles
    Test number
    982102148241
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail40,595 miles (+1,651)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,595 miles
    Test number
    343852248472
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass38,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    38,944 miles
    Test number
    420598447234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail38,940 miles (+2,680)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,940 miles
    Test number
    971658247210
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteBoth front and rear tyres worn close to limit
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low

  27. Pass36,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    36,260 miles
    Test number
    734552166254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T821 MBH

Does T821 MBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T821 MBH is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T821 MBH?
The MOT on T821 MBH is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T821 MBH done?
T821 MBH was recorded at 82,395 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 2,306 miles a year.
Has T821 MBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T821 MBH has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T821 MBH 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 T821 MBH find?
T821 MBH passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central towards rear outer sill corrosion; offside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central towards rear outer sill corrosion; offside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch corrosion.

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