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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,999 cc

T8 MXVMOT history

T8 MXV is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 1 Jul 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 143,307 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jul 2026
Mileage
143,307 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,067 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 MXV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T8 MXV was last recorded at 143,307 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 1,585 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,722 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,585 miles
Average per year
8,067 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,307 miles
  • 2025 – 141,722 miles
  • 2024 – 139,425 miles
  • 2023 – 138,068 miles
  • 2022 – 136,901 miles
  • 2021 – 135,285 miles
  • 2020 – 132,446 miles
  • 2019 – 126,929 miles
  • 2018 – 117,961 miles
  • 2017 – 111,944 miles
  • 2016 – 103,074 miles
  • 2015 – 92,026 miles
  • 2014 – 75,908 miles
  • 2013 – 56,196 miles
  • 2012 – 38,802 miles
  • 2011 – 22,088 miles
  • 2010 – 9,554 miles
  • 2009 – 8,797 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail143,307 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail143,307 miles (+1,585)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,307 miles
    Test number
    779357457420
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass141,722 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    141,722 miles
    Test number
    236199894472
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail141,718 miles (+2,293)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,718 miles
    Test number
    166274021713
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass139,425 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    139,425 miles
    Test number
    323605899281
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view drivers view, scratches (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail139,425 miles (+1,357)8 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,425 miles
    Test number
    255302609248
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases mid section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view drivers view, scratches (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass138,068 miles (+1,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    138,068 miles
    Test number
    109526559514
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass136,901 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    136,901 miles
    Test number
    722428425251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail136,901 miles (+1,616)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,901 miles
    Test number
    646971107016
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength undersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass135,285 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    135,285 miles
    Test number
    417728051425
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail135,284 miles (+2,838)7 major4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,284 miles
    Test number
    227267479286
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength undersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength undersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass132,446 miles (+5,517)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    132,446 miles
    Test number
    234838334532
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension rusty

  12. Pass126,929 miles (+8,968)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    126,929 miles
    Test number
    795655366345
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated

  13. Pass117,961 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    117,961 miles
    Test number
    841882797228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc dust cover slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc dust cover slightly deteriorated

  14. Fail117,961 miles (+6,017)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,961 miles
    Test number
    885134656057
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc dust cover slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc dust cover slightly deteriorated

  15. Pass111,944 miles (+8,870)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    111,944 miles
    Test number
    992670094424
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear dust cover deteriorated

  16. Pass103,074 miles (+11,048)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    103,074 miles
    Test number
    476110322846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass92,026 miles (+98)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    92,026 miles
    Test number
    915708815183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail91,928 miles (+16,020)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,928 miles
    Test number
    417067315112
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass75,908 miles (+19,712)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    75,908 miles
    Test number
    275635314473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass56,196 miles (+17,394)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    56,196 miles
    Test number
    606803913190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,802 miles (+16,714)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    38,802 miles
    Test number
    547384302187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass22,088 miles (+12,534)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    22,088 miles
    Test number
    879159301193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass9,554 miles (+757)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    9,554 miles
    Test number
    653147910138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass8,797 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    8,797 miles
    Test number
    660821109313
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T8 MXV

Does T8 MXV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T8 MXV expired on 1 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T8 MXV?
The MOT on T8 MXV expired on 1 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T8 MXV done?
T8 MXV was recorded at 143,307 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 8,067 miles a year.
Has T8 MXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 MXV has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T8 MXV 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 T8 MXV find?
T8 MXV failed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 5 major defects and 3 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak, and 5 more.

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