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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T848 VHJMOT history

T848 VHJ is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Aug 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 115,302 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Aug 2023
Mileage
115,302 mi
At MOT on 20 Sept 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,963 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T848 VHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T848 VHJ was last recorded at 115,302 miles on 20 Sept 2024, 6,872 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,430 miles · 6 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
6,872 miles
Average per year
2,963 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 115,302 miles
  • 2022 – 108,430 miles
  • 2020 – 102,724 miles
  • 2019 – 95,064 miles
  • 2018 – 93,775 miles
  • 2017 – 92,148 miles
  • 2016 – 88,041 miles
  • 2015 – 84,355 miles
  • 2014 – 82,725 miles
  • 2013 – 82,700 miles
  • 2012 – 81,540 miles
  • 2011 – 78,388 miles
  • 2010 – 75,383 miles
  • 2009 – 72,346 miles
  • 2008 – 68,866 miles
  • 2007 – 64,083 miles
  • 2006 – 60,241 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail115,302 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  • 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • All suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Chassis poor/corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail115,302 miles (+6,872)2 dangerous9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,302 miles
    Test number
    114226957355
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass108,430 miles (+5)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    108,430 miles
    Test number
    450001481629
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail108,425 miles (+5,701)8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,425 miles
    Test number
    856421062019
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing Steering wheel (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass102,724 miles (+7,660)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    102,724 miles
    Test number
    455114471653
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass95,064 miles (+1,289)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,064 miles
    Test number
    160714995000
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass93,775 miles (+57)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,775 miles
    Test number
    617349788054
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Chassis poor/corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  7. Fail93,718 miles (+1,570)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,718 miles
    Test number
    120563475968
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill panel (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Chassis poor/corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass92,148 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    92,148 miles
    Test number
    632359603175
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail92,148 miles (+4,107)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,148 miles
    Test number
    651562043714
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass88,041 miles (+3,686)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    88,041 miles
    Test number
    664426767688
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRES CRACKING
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill holed more than 30 cm of mountings (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass84,355 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    84,355 miles
    Test number
    696846775033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  12. Fail84,355 miles (+1,630)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,355 miles
    Test number
    378518365068
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Pass82,725 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    82,725 miles
    Test number
    118077184483
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  14. Pass82,700 miles (+1,160)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    82,700 miles
    Test number
    938919683088
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES WORN 3.00 TO 2.00 MM .

  15. Pass81,540 miles (+3,152)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    81,540 miles
    Test number
    606048932099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass78,388 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    78,388 miles
    Test number
    286070561096
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  17. Fail78,388 miles (+3,005)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,388 miles
    Test number
    537770261091
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  18. Pass75,383 miles (+3,037)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    75,383 miles
    Test number
    742990050008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass72,346 miles (+3,480)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    72,346 miles
    Test number
    854000559033
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass68,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    68,866 miles
    Test number
    780850358095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,865 miles (+4,782)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,865 miles
    Test number
    640930858050
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass64,083 miles (+3,842)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    64,083 miles
    Test number
    670073247068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass60,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    60,241 miles
    Test number
    764361356074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T848 VHJ

Does T848 VHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T848 VHJ expired on 5 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T848 VHJ?
The MOT on T848 VHJ expired on 5 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T848 VHJ done?
T848 VHJ was recorded at 115,302 miles at its MOT on 20 Sept 2024, an average of 2,963 miles a year.
Has T848 VHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T848 VHJ has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T848 VHJ 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 T848 VHJ find?
T848 VHJ failed its latest MOT on 20 Sept 2024 with 2 dangerous defects and 9 major defects: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected; offside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 8 more.

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