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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T957 PNVMOT history

T957 PNV is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 19 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Dec 2023 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 76,913 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Dec 2023
Mileage
76,913 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2022
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,602 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T957 PNV
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
19 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T957 PNV was last recorded at 76,913 miles on 8 Dec 2022, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 May 2016: 72,789 miles, lower than 678,760 miles on 24 Nov 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
76,879 miles · 2 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
2,602 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 76,913 miles
  • 2020 – 76,821 miles
  • 2019 – 76,504 miles
  • 2017 – 75,883 miles
  • 2016 – 72,794 miles
  • 2014 – 678,760 miles
  • 2013 – 54,290 miles
  • 2012 – 47,052 miles
  • 2011 – 40,157 miles
  • 2009 – 38,180 miles
  • 2008 – 35,728 miles
  • 2007 – 35,050 miles
  • 2006 – 34,326 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,913 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible pipes coated in underseal (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNumber of previous body repairs coated in undersealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,913 miles (+34)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    76,913 miles
    Test number
    752588685011
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible pipes coated in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNumber of previous body repairs coated in underseal

  2. Fail76,879 miles (+26)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,879 miles
    Test number
    705990345996
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible pipes coated in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDamp around power steering reservoir
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNumber of previous body repairs coated in underseal

  3. Fail76,853 miles (+32)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,853 miles
    Test number
    114033876210
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Between centre and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive PAS reservoir (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail76,821 miles (+317)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,821 miles
    Test number
    350682823430
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass76,504 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    76,504 miles
    Test number
    955742728650
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  6. Fail76,499 miles (+616)1 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,499 miles
    Test number
    133323808133
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure bolt loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads loose in carrier
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  7. Pass75,883 miles (+3,089)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    75,883 miles
    Test number
    308688190580
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake slight binding

  8. Pass72,794 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    72,794 miles
    Test number
    659546850415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail72,789 miles (-605,971)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,789 miles
    Test number
    893137017647
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  10. Pass678,760 miles (+610,909)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    678,760 miles
    Test number
    728908624365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail67,851 miles (+13,561)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,851 miles
    Test number
    156505724324
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inside

  12. Pass54,290 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    54,290 miles
    Test number
    118452813306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail54,254 miles (+7,202)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,254 miles
    Test number
    146129503319
    • DangerousNearside rear tyre has splits on the inner side wall
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear sill's is rusty, but more than 30cm from a structual mounting point
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade is starting to split/smere

  14. Pass47,052 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    47,052 miles
    Test number
    237621252233
    • NoteFront and rearsuspension is corroding
    • NoteRear brake discs are corroding

  15. Fail47,052 miles (+6,895)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,052 miles
    Test number
    608841152210
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront and rearsuspension is corroding
    • NoteRear brake discs are corroding

  16. Pass40,157 miles (+1,977)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    40,157 miles
    Test number
    129765351072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,180 miles (+2,452)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    38,180 miles
    Test number
    922321449341
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteAdvise handbrake high

  18. Pass35,728 miles (+678)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    35,728 miles
    Test number
    414985868216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  19. Pass35,050 miles (+724)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    35,050 miles
    Test number
    474836527235
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion on nearside rear sill

  20. Pass34,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    34,326 miles
    Test number
    871827206256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T957 PNV

Does T957 PNV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T957 PNV expired on 7 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T957 PNV?
The MOT on T957 PNV expired on 7 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T957 PNV done?
T957 PNV was recorded at 76,913 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2022, an average of 2,602 miles a year.
Has T957 PNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T957 PNV has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on T957 PNV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T957 PNV find?
T957 PNV passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2022 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible pipes coated in underseal; nearside rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 3 more.

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