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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T943 TGRMOT history

T943 TGR is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 8 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Aug 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 57,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Aug 2024
Mileage
57,961 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,391 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T943 TGR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T943 TGR was last recorded at 57,961 miles on 3 Aug 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,961 miles · 5 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,391 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 57,961 miles
  • 2022 – 57,258 miles
  • 2021 – 55,924 miles
  • 2020 – 55,291 miles
  • 2019 – 54,382 miles
  • 2018 – 53,781 miles
  • 2016 – 52,671 miles
  • 2015 – 52,313 miles
  • 2014 – 52,064 miles
  • 2013 – 51,453 miles
  • 2012 – 49,948 miles
  • 2011 – 48,785 miles
  • 2010 – 45,814 miles
  • 2009 – 43,275 miles
  • 2008 – 40,284 miles
  • 2007 – 38,006 miles
  • 2006 – 34,296 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,961 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,961 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    57,961 miles
    Test number
    398013512996
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
  2. Fail57,961 miles (+703)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,961 miles
    Test number
    974060016122
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  3. Pass57,258 miles (+57)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    57,258 miles
    Test number
    768312508516
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive general underbody and sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Fail57,201 miles (+1,277)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,201 miles
    Test number
    974139216945
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill bonded on not welded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill bonded on not welded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect size (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all four lower bush perish (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious under side under sealed
  5. Pass55,924 miles (+633)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    55,924 miles
    Test number
    170929031796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,291 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    55,291 miles
    Test number
    678543650895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail55,290 miles (+908)2 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,290 miles
    Test number
    165393223312
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass54,382 miles (+601)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    54,382 miles
    Test number
    550269793240
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass53,781 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    53,781 miles
    Test number
    348420416103
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded offside front and nearside front (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded offside rear and nearside rear (2.4.C.1b)
  10. Fail53,781 miles (+1,110)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,781 miles
    Test number
    185381253493
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded offside front and nearside front (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded offside rear and nearside rear (2.4.C.1b)
  11. Pass52,671 miles (+358)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    52,671 miles
    Test number
    508698171317
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)
  12. Pass52,313 miles (+249)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    52,313 miles
    Test number
    445265425234
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  13. Pass52,064 miles (+611)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    52,064 miles
    Test number
    788334224232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  14. Pass51,453 miles (+1,505)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    51,453 miles
    Test number
    176498213214
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  15. Pass49,948 miles (+1,163)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    49,948 miles
    Test number
    699925012227
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  16. Pass48,785 miles (+2,971)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    48,785 miles
    Test number
    699426701257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,814 miles (+2,539)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    45,814 miles
    Test number
    463073820238
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  18. Pass43,275 miles (+2,991)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    43,275 miles
    Test number
    140576729267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,284 miles (+2,278)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    40,284 miles
    Test number
    593582718213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,006 miles (+3,710)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    38,006 miles
    Test number
    194931927230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    34,296 miles
    Test number
    652988806297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T943 TGR

Does T943 TGR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T943 TGR expired on 2 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T943 TGR?
The MOT on T943 TGR expired on 2 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T943 TGR done?
T943 TGR was recorded at 57,961 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2023, an average of 1,391 miles a year.
Has T943 TGR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T943 TGR has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T943 TGR 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 T943 TGR find?
T943 TGR passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2023 with 1 advisory: general underbody corrosion.

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