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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T978 ARXMOT history

T978 ARX is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 66,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jun 2024
Mileage
66,048 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T978 ARX
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
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T978 ARX was last recorded at 66,048 miles on 1 Jun 2023, 617 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jun 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Jun 2020: 64,583 miles, lower than 67,836 miles on 6 Jun 2019.

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
65,431 miles · 1 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
617 miles
Average per year
1,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 66,048 miles
  • 2022 – 65,431 miles
  • 2021 – 64,895 miles
  • 2020 – 64,583 miles
  • 2019 – 67,836 miles
  • 2018 – 62,407 miles
  • 2017 – 60,517 miles
  • 2016 – 59,190 miles
  • 2015 – 57,457 miles
  • 2014 – 55,529 miles
  • 2013 – 53,387 miles
  • 2012 – 51,432 miles
  • 2011 – 49,272 miles
  • 2010 – 47,076 miles
  • 2009 – 45,235 miles
  • 2008 – 41,983 miles
  • 2007 – 37,685 miles
  • 2006 – 34,455 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,048 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNoise from brake servo area when foot brake applied.
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear. (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Both outer sill slightly corroded.under tray fitted.both rear tyre outer wall slightly perishing.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass66,048 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    66,048 miles
    Test number
    399552127126
    • AdvisoryNoise from brake servo area when foot brake applied.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  2. Fail66,047 miles (+616)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,047 miles
    Test number
    843740461139
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer sill corroded and holed. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNoise from brake servo area when foot brake applied.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  3. Pass65,431 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    65,431 miles
    Test number
    306875451007
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill slightly corroded.under tray fitted.both rear tyre outer wall slightly perishing.

  4. Fail65,430 miles (+535)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,430 miles
    Test number
    137647618234
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill slightly corroded.under tray fitted.both rear tyre outer wall slightly perishing.

  5. Pass64,895 miles (+312)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    64,895 miles
    Test number
    623204804304
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both Sides. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth Sides Inner And Outer Sills & Undersides General Surface Corrosion.
    • AdvisoryCoolant Low.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides Perishing & Cracked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass64,583 miles (-3,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    64,583 miles
    Test number
    688334178901
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever hand grip damaged and sharp

  7. Pass67,836 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    67,836 miles
    Test number
    798194916671
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by rear lower arm mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail63,694 miles (+1,287)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,694 miles
    Test number
    455479268783
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by rear lower arm mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass62,407 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    62,407 miles
    Test number
    807290659318
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail62,406 miles (+1,889)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,406 miles
    Test number
    438268922806
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass60,517 miles (+1,327)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    60,517 miles
    Test number
    997644453966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,190 miles (+1,733)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    59,190 miles
    Test number
    279840093323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,457 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    57,457 miles
    Test number
    667993755180
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  14. Fail57,457 miles (+1,928)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,457 miles
    Test number
    999253155176
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  15. Pass55,529 miles (+2,142)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    55,529 miles
    Test number
    208185454157
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront and Rear tyres perished/splitting on sidewalls.

  16. Pass53,387 miles (+1,955)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    53,387 miles
    Test number
    217567753195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,432 miles (+2,160)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,432 miles
    Test number
    118998752154
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteHandbrake travel high
    • NoteRear brake discs excessively pitted and corroded.

  18. Fail49,272 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,272 miles
    Test number
    256808551181
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  19. Pass49,272 miles (+2,196)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    49,272 miles
    Test number
    868508851162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,076 miles (+1,841)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,076 miles
    Test number
    844688450177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,235 miles (+3,252)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    45,235 miles
    Test number
    164406969113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,983 miles (+4,298)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    41,983 miles
    Test number
    690489068190
    • NoteHand brake has long travel
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOff side front tyre is cracked around the side wall of the tyre

  23. Pass37,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    37,685 miles
    Test number
    554660377168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail37,685 miles (+3,230)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,685 miles
    Test number
    374730277187
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass34,455 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,455 miles
    Test number
    891572876173
    • NoteNear side rear tyre worn
    • NoteOff side front outer tyre wall bulged
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn down to legal limit

Questions about T978 ARX

Does T978 ARX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T978 ARX expired on 20 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T978 ARX?
The MOT on T978 ARX expired on 20 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T978 ARX done?
T978 ARX was recorded at 66,048 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2023, an average of 1,864 miles a year.
Has T978 ARX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T978 ARX has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T978 ARX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Jun 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T978 ARX find?
T978 ARX passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2023 with 4 advisories: noise from brake servo area when foot brake applied.; oil leak, but not excessive engine.; registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear., and 1 more.

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