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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T876 WHWMOT history

T876 WHW is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 May 2023 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 133,924 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 24 May 2023
Mileage
133,924 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T876 WHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 May 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T876 WHW was last recorded at 133,924 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,883 miles · 12 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
4,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,924 miles
  • 2025 – 133,865 miles
  • 2022 – 129,527 miles
  • 2021 – 125,338 miles
  • 2020 – 121,990 miles
  • 2019 – 117,661 miles
  • 2018 – 113,610 miles
  • 2017 – 109,620 miles
  • 2016 – 105,078 miles
  • 2015 – 101,163 miles
  • 2014 – 97,283 miles
  • 2013 – 94,168 miles
  • 2012 – 90,828 miles
  • 2011 – 84,295 miles
  • 2010 – 77,535 miles
  • 2009 – 68,807 miles
  • 2008 – 61,166 miles
  • 2007 – 53,861 miles
  • 2006 – 50,099 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail133,924 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major4 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail133,924 miles (+41)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,924 miles
    Test number
    269396875519
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Fail133,883 miles (+18)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,883 miles
    Test number
    521470130551
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail133,865 miles (+4,338)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,865 miles
    Test number
    106188002367
    • DangerousAnti-roll bar linkage missing Both rear (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Anti-roll bar missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both front (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass129,527 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    129,527 miles
    Test number
    411353653791
    • AdvisoryOffside Chassis rail slight corrosion

  5. Fail129,508 miles (+4,170)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,508 miles
    Test number
    972778203694
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering As marked (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front lamps (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass125,338 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    125,338 miles
    Test number
    285061143079
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryN/side rear indicator lens slight damage

  7. Fail125,338 miles (+3,348)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,338 miles
    Test number
    218724728153
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryN/side rear indicator lens slight damage

  8. Pass121,990 miles (+2)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    121,990 miles
    Test number
    889788901804
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output and offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail121,988 miles (+4,327)1 dangerous8 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,988 miles
    Test number
    350714648626
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system pipe from master cylinder (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output and offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass117,661 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    117,661 miles
    Test number
    382328738662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail117,658 miles (+4,048)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,658 miles
    Test number
    392208401869
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass113,610 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    113,610 miles
    Test number
    430982420680
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear handbrake reading slightly low
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail113,605 miles (+3,985)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,605 miles
    Test number
    122592925353
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing chassis rail within 30cm of anti-roll bar bush mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear handbrake reading slightly low
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass109,620 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    109,620 miles
    Test number
    832127416710
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing chassis leg corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer rear lower sill corroded

  15. Fail109,620 miles (+4,542)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,620 miles
    Test number
    957461174998
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing chassis leg corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer rear lower sill corroded

  16. Pass105,078 miles (+3,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    105,078 miles
    Test number
    913050432638
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight bind on offside front brake

  17. Pass101,163 miles (+38)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    101,163 miles
    Test number
    296921475098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear lamp cracked.
    • NoteOffside front brake slight binding.
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded.

  18. Fail101,125 miles (+3,842)5 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,125 miles
    Test number
    415412365074
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear lamp cracked.
    • NoteOffside front brake slight binding.
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded.

  19. Pass97,283 miles (+3,115)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    97,283 miles
    Test number
    326993044099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass94,168 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    94,168 miles
    Test number
    748567553031
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

  21. Fail94,168 miles (+3,340)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,168 miles
    Test number
    735866153066
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

  22. Pass90,828 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    90,828 miles
    Test number
    427766132167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  23. Fail90,828 miles (+6,533)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,828 miles
    Test number
    875666632140
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  24. Pass84,295 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    84,295 miles
    Test number
    338767441168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSurface rust on offside front and nearside front chassis rails not perforated

  25. Fail84,295 miles (+6,760)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,295 miles
    Test number
    526926241177
    • FailureOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSurface rust on offside front and nearside front chassis rails not perforated

  26. Pass77,535 miles (+8,728)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    77,535 miles
    Test number
    604756240125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  27. Pass68,807 miles (+7,641)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    68,807 miles
    Test number
    791395139128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass61,166 miles (+7,305)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    61,166 miles
    Test number
    151711258100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass53,861 miles (+3,762)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    53,861 miles
    Test number
    754099647157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass50,099 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    50,099 miles
    Test number
    701080456139
    • NoteHandbrake travel.

Questions about T876 WHW

Does T876 WHW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T876 WHW expired on 24 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T876 WHW?
The MOT on T876 WHW expired on 24 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T876 WHW done?
T876 WHW was recorded at 133,924 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 4,119 miles a year.
Has T876 WHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T876 WHW has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T876 WHW 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 T876 WHW find?
T876 WHW failed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 1 major defect and 2 minor defects: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; offside windscreen wiper blade defective.

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