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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T946 SETMOT history

T946 SET is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Jul 2025 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 97,977 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jul 2025
Mileage
97,977 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2024
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,139 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T946 SET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T946 SET was last recorded at 97,977 miles on 10 Jul 2024, 4,083 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,894 miles · 30 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
4,083 miles
Average per year
2,139 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 97,977 miles
  • 2023 – 93,894 miles
  • 2017 – 88,186 miles
  • 2013 – 80,861 miles
  • 2012 – 75,640 miles
  • 2011 – 75,389 miles
  • 2010 – 74,111 miles
  • 2009 – 72,162 miles
  • 2008 – 68,739 miles
  • 2007 – 64,425 miles
  • 2006 – 59,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,977 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front suspension arms corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear subframe and rear suspension arms corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

16 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,977 miles (+4,083)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    97,977 miles
    Test number
    750638574735
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass93,894 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    93,894 miles
    Test number
    780362248264
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail93,894 miles (+5,708)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,894 miles
    Test number
    951673489204
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass88,186 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    88,186 miles
    Test number
    265971817125
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and rear suspension arms corroded

  5. Fail88,166 miles (+7,305)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,166 miles
    Test number
    452092442181
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill and wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and rear suspension arms corroded

  6. Pass80,861 miles (+28)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    80,861 miles
    Test number
    229560293284
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside Rear Tyre Perished
    • NoteOffside Rear Drive Shaft Oil Seal leaking

  7. Fail80,833 miles (+5,193)5 failures1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,833 miles
    Test number
    847679983256
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside Rear Tyre Perished
    • NoteOffside Rear Drive Shaft Oil Seal leaking

  8. Pass75,640 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    75,640 miles
    Test number
    818811702202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteThe exhaust system really corroded

  9. Fail75,640 miles (+251)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,640 miles
    Test number
    948349392157
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteThe exhaust system really corroded

  10. Pass75,389 miles (+1,278)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    75,389 miles
    Test number
    927727481108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,111 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    74,111 miles
    Test number
    151497090183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail74,093 miles (+1,931)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,093 miles
    Test number
    180150590131
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  13. Pass72,162 miles (+3,423)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    72,162 miles
    Test number
    622140089183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,739 miles (+4,314)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    68,739 miles
    Test number
    960071198157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,425 miles (+4,938)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    64,425 miles
    Test number
    291192397401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    59,487 miles
    Test number
    664563196136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T946 SET

Does T946 SET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T946 SET expired on 9 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T946 SET?
The MOT on T946 SET expired on 9 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T946 SET done?
T946 SET was recorded at 97,977 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2024, an average of 2,139 miles a year.
Has T946 SET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T946 SET has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T946 SET 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 T946 SET find?
T946 SET passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2024 with 1 advisory: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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