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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T988 UGAMOT history

T988 UGA is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 May 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 103,151 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 May 2023
Mileage
103,151 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,706 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T988 UGA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 May 2023
Latest MOT test
16 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T988 UGA was last recorded at 103,151 miles on 16 May 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,151 miles · 7 May 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,706 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 103,151 miles
  • 2020 – 101,050 miles
  • 2019 – 97,350 miles
  • 2018 – 95,171 miles
  • 2017 – 94,989 miles
  • 2016 – 94,950 miles
  • 2015 – 92,097 miles
  • 2014 – 85,986 miles
  • 2013 – 84,463 miles
  • 2012 – 83,804 miles
  • 2011 – 82,794 miles
  • 2010 – 82,007 miles
  • 2009 – 81,940 miles
  • 2008 – 75,816 miles
  • 2007 – 69,134 miles
  • 2005 – 58,731 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,151 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside rear quarter panel corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension rubbers perishing but not resulting in excessive movementRecorded 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.

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,151 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2023
    Odometer
    103,151 miles
    Test number
    273566636448
    • AdvisoryNearside rear quarter panel corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension rubbers perishing but not resulting in excessive movement

  2. Fail103,151 miles (+2,101)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,151 miles
    Test number
    997707917754
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth front chassis rails corroded by upper suspension mounts
    • AdvisoryNearside rear quarter panel corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension rubbers perishing but not resulting in excessive movement

  3. Pass101,050 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    101,050 miles
    Test number
    418505295601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail101,049 miles (+3,699)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,049 miles
    Test number
    650539796239
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass97,350 miles (+2,179)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    97,350 miles
    Test number
    148802789603
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security tops (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer back sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security top (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn all rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass95,171 miles (+182)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    95,171 miles
    Test number
    954022358121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis leg (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis leg (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage 2 pipes from rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  7. Pass94,989 miles (+39)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    94,989 miles
    Test number
    122167645796
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nsr & osr (inner & outer) (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket & joint slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderseal present frnt to back underbody

  8. Pass94,950 miles (+2,853)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    94,950 miles
    Test number
    752369568753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass92,097 miles (+6,111)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    92,097 miles
    Test number
    679067895034
    • NoteFront subframe rusty
    • NoteInner sills rusty
    • NoteOuter sills rusty
    • NoteRear chassis rusty
    • NoteRear subframe rusty

  10. Pass85,986 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    85,986 miles
    Test number
    427892724186
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteBoth front and rear chassis legs showing signs of rust bubbles
    • NoteBoth front and rear subframs and supension arms corroced but not pitted or holed
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn

  11. Fail85,986 miles (+1,523)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,986 miles
    Test number
    589176904148
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteBoth front and rear chassis legs showing signs of rust bubbles
    • NoteBoth front and rear subframs and supension arms corroced but not pitted or holed
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn

  12. Pass84,463 miles (+659)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    84,463 miles
    Test number
    797845053143
    • NoteRear outer arches corroded ok
    • NoteSurface rust front & rear sub-frames
    • NoteTyre edges worn

  13. Pass83,804 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    83,804 miles
    Test number
    126396162110
    • NoteAll 4 tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteExhaust system corroding and deterioating
    • NoteFront and rear subframes and all front and rear suspension arms very rusty
    • NoteSlight rust both rear wheel arches

  14. Fail83,804 miles (+1,010)4 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,804 miles
    Test number
    325975262199
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteExhaust system corroding and deterioating
    • NoteFront and rear subframes and all front and rear suspension arms very rusty
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low
    • NoteSlight rust both rear wheel arches

  15. Pass82,794 miles (+5)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    82,794 miles
    Test number
    996502251100
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  16. Fail82,789 miles (+782)6 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,789 miles
    Test number
    427184741105
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBOTH OUTER SILLS LOOK LIKE THEY HAVE BEEN REPAIRED USING CATALOY. HOLED!!

  17. Pass82,007 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    82,007 miles
    Test number
    321967340106
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  18. Fail82,000 miles (+60)2 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,000 miles
    Test number
    932544340121
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  19. Pass81,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    81,940 miles
    Test number
    601844069293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail81,940 miles (+6,124)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,940 miles
    Test number
    950994769231
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  21. Pass75,816 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    75,816 miles
    Test number
    104186298285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail75,814 miles (+6,680)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,814 miles
    Test number
    614745198227
    • FailureCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass69,134 miles (+10,403)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    69,134 miles
    Test number
    191451577112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail58,731 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,731 miles
    Test number
    584129645363
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  25. Pass58,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    58,731 miles
    Test number
    724029045360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T988 UGA

Does T988 UGA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T988 UGA expired on 15 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T988 UGA?
The MOT on T988 UGA expired on 15 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T988 UGA done?
T988 UGA was recorded at 103,151 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2022, an average of 2,706 miles a year.
Has T988 UGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T988 UGA has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T988 UGA 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 T988 UGA find?
T988 UGA passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside rear quarter panel corroded; suspension rubbers perishing but not resulting in excessive movement.

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