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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T920 VHUMOT history

T920 VHU is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 146,043 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2026
Mileage
146,043 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,714 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T920 VHU
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
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T920 VHU was last recorded at 146,043 miles on 6 Oct 2025, 3,114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,929 miles · 7 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,114 miles
Average per year
4,714 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,043 miles
  • 2024 – 142,929 miles
  • 2023 – 138,960 miles
  • 2022 – 135,376 miles
  • 2021 – 127,842 miles
  • 2020 – 122,471 miles
  • 2019 – 118,097 miles
  • 2018 – 114,673 miles
  • 2017 – 106,594 miles
  • 2016 – 92,000 miles
  • 2015 – 84,430 miles
  • 2014 – 79,965 miles
  • 2013 – 71,498 miles
  • 2012 – 70,262 miles
  • 2011 – 67,500 miles
  • 2010 – 65,095 miles
  • 2009 – 63,123 miles
  • 2008 – 60,348 miles
  • 2007 – 57,258 miles
  • 2006 – 53,991 miles
  • 2005 – 50,115 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,043 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill corroding.Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corroding.

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor6 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,043 miles (+3,114)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    146,043 miles
    Test number
    703744153093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill corroding.
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corroding.
  2. Pass142,929 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    142,929 miles
    Test number
    866617865157
    • AdvisoryNearside front upper and lower ball joint rubbers perishing.
    • AdvisoryOffside front upper and lower ball joint rubbers perishing.
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill corroding.
  3. Fail142,910 miles (+3,950)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,910 miles
    Test number
    533258000053
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/50-15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front upper and lower ball joint rubbers perishing.
    • AdvisoryOffside front upper and lower ball joint rubbers perishing.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill corroding.
  4. Pass138,960 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    138,960 miles
    Test number
    329814320615
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front and offside front inner wings corroding.
  5. Fail138,960 miles (+3,584)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,960 miles
    Test number
    131238285005
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front and offside front inner wings corroding.
  6. Pass135,376 miles (+48)4 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    135,376 miles
    Test number
    827386944948
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive slave cylinder (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.61mm and worn on edges and small cuts (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.61mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.98 and worn on edges and small cuts (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel archs rusty and weak
    • AdvisoryExhaust system very rusty and weak around joins
  7. Fail135,328 miles (+7,486)1 dangerous3 major4 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,328 miles
    Test number
    779328493828
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • 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 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive slave cylinder (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.61mm and worn on edges and small cuts (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.61mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.98 and worn on edges and small cuts (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel archs rusty and weak
    • AdvisoryExhaust system very rusty and weak around joins
  8. Pass127,842 miles (+358)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    127,842 miles
    Test number
    705102455267
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper 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 sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail127,484 miles (+5,013)2 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,484 miles
    Test number
    605394893711
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper 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 sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass122,471 miles (+4,374)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    122,471 miles
    Test number
    687183020719
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components rusty
    • AdvisoryRear brakes worn
  11. Pass118,097 miles (+3,424)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    118,097 miles
    Test number
    695631680938
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass114,673 miles (+177)4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    114,673 miles
    Test number
    298756213155
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  13. Fail114,496 miles (+7,902)2 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,496 miles
    Test number
    991048157020
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  14. Pass106,594 miles (+549)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    106,594 miles
    Test number
    236156133385
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  15. Fail106,045 miles (+14,045)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,045 miles
    Test number
    275048685979
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Pass92,000 miles (+7,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    92,000 miles
    Test number
    109405918447
    • AdvisoryRear Brake Discs in Poor Condition
  17. Pass84,430 miles (+4,465)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    84,430 miles
    Test number
    615849985106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass79,965 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    79,965 miles
    Test number
    929764274121
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  19. Fail79,959 miles (+8,461)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,959 miles
    Test number
    575829664187
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  20. Pass71,498 miles (+1,236)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    71,498 miles
    Test number
    508183563155
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  21. Pass70,262 miles (+2,762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    70,262 miles
    Test number
    415036862146
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  22. Pass67,500 miles (+2,405)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    67,500 miles
    Test number
    446110161183
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll brake disc,s started to deteriorate on surface area /// both rear wheels and near side front wheels slightly damaged inner sides
  23. Pass65,095 miles (+1,972)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    65,095 miles
    Test number
    362852250139
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  24. Pass63,123 miles (+2,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    63,123 miles
    Test number
    444602559191
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  25. Pass60,348 miles (+3,090)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    60,348 miles
    Test number
    652984558147
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  26. Pass57,258 miles (+3,267)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    57,258 miles
    Test number
    212500657480
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  27. Pass53,991 miles (+3,876)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    53,991 miles
    Test number
    444197356117
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNera side rear tyre starting to perrish
  28. Pass50,115 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    50,115 miles
    Test number
    673382855151
    • NoteHandbrake travel getting to max.

Questions about T920 VHU

Does T920 VHU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T920 VHU expired on 6 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T920 VHU?
The MOT on T920 VHU expired on 6 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T920 VHU done?
T920 VHU was recorded at 146,043 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2025, an average of 4,714 miles a year.
Has T920 VHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T920 VHU has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T920 VHU 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 T920 VHU find?
T920 VHU passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 2 more.

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