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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T851 NOCMOT history

T851 NOC is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 6 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 104,818 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2022
Mileage
104,818 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T851 NOC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T851 NOC was last recorded at 104,818 miles on 28 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Mar 2025: 104,818 miles, lower than 118,712 miles on 22 Dec 2021.

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
118,712 miles · 22 Dec 2021
Average per year
2,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,818 miles
  • 2021 – 118,712 miles
  • 2020 – 102,631 miles
  • 2019 – 101,180 miles
  • 2018 – 100,609 miles
  • 2017 – 96,153 miles
  • 2016 – 87,116 miles
  • 2015 – 79,129 miles
  • 2014 – 76,893 miles
  • 2013 – 66,231 miles
  • 2012 – 64,063 miles
  • 2011 – 62,086 miles
  • 2010 – 60,430 miles
  • 2009 – 58,383 miles
  • 2008 – 55,875 miles
  • 2007 – 52,391 miles
  • 2006 – 49,182 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail104,818 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily corroded

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail104,818 miles (-13,894)6 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,818 miles
    Test number
    795667719634
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily corroded

  2. Pass118,712 miles4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    118,712 miles
    Test number
    876063016722
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail118,712 miles (+16,081)1 dangerous1 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,712 miles
    Test number
    689913912255
    • DangerousUndertray likely to become detached rubbing on rack boot (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass102,631 miles (+1,451)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    102,631 miles
    Test number
    275424363114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass101,180 miles (+571)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    101,180 miles
    Test number
    648177147586
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre has unusual wear and cracks ?perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass100,609 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    100,609 miles
    Test number
    321104068643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail100,606 miles (+4,453)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,606 miles
    Test number
    700164455686
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer body sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  8. Pass96,153 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    96,153 miles
    Test number
    330239750822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail96,148 miles (+9,032)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,148 miles
    Test number
    206174742216
    • 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 Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill ,split away from panel and corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake dragging

  10. Pass87,116 miles (+7,987)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    87,116 miles
    Test number
    737668633865
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass79,129 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    79,129 miles
    Test number
    446075535195
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail79,129 miles (+2,236)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,129 miles
    Test number
    669255835139
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass76,893 miles (+10,662)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    76,893 miles
    Test number
    727140344121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,231 miles (+2,168)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    66,231 miles
    Test number
    458134673094
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass64,063 miles (+1,977)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    64,063 miles
    Test number
    238724652083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,086 miles (+1,656)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    62,086 miles
    Test number
    678216551076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,430 miles (+2,047)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    60,430 miles
    Test number
    312067750034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,383 miles (+2,508)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    58,383 miles
    Test number
    854412069063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass55,875 miles (+3,484)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    55,875 miles
    Test number
    880307368021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,391 miles (+3,209)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    52,391 miles
    Test number
    373045457002
    • NoteBoth front tyres near tread limits
    • NoteRear brake pads appear low

  21. Pass49,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    49,182 miles
    Test number
    762086956003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T851 NOC

Does T851 NOC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T851 NOC expired on 21 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T851 NOC?
The MOT on T851 NOC expired on 21 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T851 NOC done?
T851 NOC was recorded at 104,818 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2025, an average of 2,915 miles a year.
Has T851 NOC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T851 NOC has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T851 NOC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Mar 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T851 NOC find?
T851 NOC failed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2025 with 6 major defects, 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; offside front steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 9 more.

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