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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T992 NAMMOT history

T992 NAM is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 120,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Feb 2025
Mileage
120,550 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T992 NAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T992 NAM was last recorded at 120,550 miles on 24 Mar 2025, 2,672 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,878 miles · 23 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
2,672 miles
Average per year
4,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,550 miles
  • 2024 – 117,878 miles
  • 2023 – 114,671 miles
  • 2022 – 105,672 miles
  • 2021 – 104,305 miles
  • 2020 – 103,756 miles
  • 2019 – 99,970 miles
  • 2018 – 95,690 miles
  • 2017 – 93,626 miles
  • 2015 – 91,648 miles
  • 2014 – 90,453 miles
  • 2013 – 88,928 miles
  • 2012 – 82,849 miles
  • 2011 – 72,624 miles
  • 2010 – 70,573 miles
  • 2009 – 60,461 miles
  • 2008 – 55,892 miles
  • 2007 – 49,834 miles
  • 2006 – 44,409 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail120,550 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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 emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

31 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail120,550 miles (+2,672)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,550 miles
    Test number
    556436358175
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass117,878 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    117,878 miles
    Test number
    621031839094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail117,874 miles (+112)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,874 miles
    Test number
    341814786084
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail117,762 miles (+3,091)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,762 miles
    Test number
    181498170874
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust catalytic convertor heat shield damaged
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass114,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    114,671 miles
    Test number
    104541454479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail114,671 miles (+8,999)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,671 miles
    Test number
    450266718173
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass105,672 miles (+1,367)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    105,672 miles
    Test number
    592084839783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,305 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    104,305 miles
    Test number
    574892949168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail104,297 miles (+541)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,297 miles
    Test number
    404077658986
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass103,756 miles (+3,786)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    103,756 miles
    Test number
    775070341101
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass99,970 miles (+4,280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    99,970 miles
    Test number
    861093369094
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass95,690 miles (+2,064)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    95,690 miles
    Test number
    750977803749
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass93,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    93,626 miles
    Test number
    428335702727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail93,626 miles (+1,978)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,626 miles
    Test number
    767663093438
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass91,648 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    91,648 miles
    Test number
    158229534140
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

  16. Fail91,646 miles (+1,193)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,646 miles
    Test number
    279535347201
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

  17. Pass90,453 miles (+1,525)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    90,453 miles
    Test number
    347474114308
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteSlight oil leak to engine

  18. Pass88,928 miles (+1,259)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    88,928 miles
    Test number
    946079503339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass87,669 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    87,669 miles
    Test number
    957140353126
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking on outer sidewall

  20. Fail87,669 miles (+4,820)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,669 miles
    Test number
    856629743105
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking on outer sidewall

  21. Pass82,849 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    82,849 miles
    Test number
    499743442110
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail82,849 miles (+109)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,849 miles
    Test number
    329393842159
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail82,740 miles (+10,116)1 dangerous3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,740 miles
    Test number
    979418032100
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass72,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    72,624 miles
    Test number
    607750531150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail76,241 miles (+5,668)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,241 miles
    Test number
    865590431122
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking/perishing

  26. Pass70,573 miles (+10,112)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    70,573 miles
    Test number
    933924340166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear no plate becoming defaced

  27. Pass60,461 miles (+4,569)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    60,461 miles
    Test number
    360836009106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass55,892 miles (+6,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    55,892 miles
    Test number
    112163348124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  29. Fail49,834 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,834 miles
    Test number
    250942137119
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  30. Pass49,834 miles (+5,425)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    49,834 miles
    Test number
    941982037195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass44,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    44,409 miles
    Test number
    544751456131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T992 NAM

Does T992 NAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T992 NAM expired on 23 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T992 NAM?
The MOT on T992 NAM expired on 23 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T992 NAM done?
T992 NAM was recorded at 120,550 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2025, an average of 4,047 miles a year.
Has T992 NAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T992 NAM has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T992 NAM 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 T992 NAM find?
T992 NAM failed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2025 with 6 major defects and 3 advisories: exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; nearside front vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced, and 6 more.

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