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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

R499 PCFMOT history

R499 PCF is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 26 Mar 1998. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 103,617 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

R499 PCF green Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
103,617 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,852 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R499 PCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
26 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R499 PCF was last recorded at 103,617 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,604 miles · 22 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
1,852 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,617 miles
  • 2025 – 103,604 miles
  • 2024 – 103,000 miles
  • 2023 – 102,374 miles
  • 2022 – 102,021 miles
  • 2021 – 101,707 miles
  • 2020 – 101,404 miles
  • 2019 – 100,992 miles
  • 2018 – 100,612 miles
  • 2017 – 100,325 miles
  • 2016 – 99,849 miles
  • 2015 – 98,346 miles
  • 2014 – 97,612 miles
  • 2013 – 96,091 miles
  • 2012 – 94,614 miles
  • 2011 – 92,214 miles
  • 2010 – 90,957 miles
  • 2009 – 85,305 miles
  • 2008 – 77,316 miles
  • 2007 – 72,621 miles
  • 2006 – 66,882 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,617 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass103,617 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    103,617 miles
    Test number
    393209699718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail103,604 miles (+604)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,604 miles
    Test number
    389552010058
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass103,000 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    103,000 miles
    Test number
    248924036255
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail102,978 miles (+604)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,978 miles
    Test number
    910719091009
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass102,374 miles (+353)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    102,374 miles
    Test number
    870860038921
    • AdvisoryAll tyres are over 10 years old
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass102,021 miles (+314)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    102,021 miles
    Test number
    936805652293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass101,707 miles (+303)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    101,707 miles
    Test number
    935914029886
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass101,404 miles (+412)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    101,404 miles
    Test number
    645201527420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass100,992 miles (+380)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    100,992 miles
    Test number
    658543501872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass100,612 miles (+287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    100,612 miles
    Test number
    579249242701
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass100,325 miles (+476)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    100,325 miles
    Test number
    430932066805
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass99,849 miles (+1,503)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    99,849 miles
    Test number
    894743650316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,346 miles (+734)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    98,346 miles
    Test number
    795529395127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,612 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    97,612 miles
    Test number
    277948874491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail97,573 miles (+1,482)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,573 miles
    Test number
    277581974437
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

  16. Pass96,091 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    96,091 miles
    Test number
    717824313170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail96,054 miles (+1,440)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,054 miles
    Test number
    685770503193
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteOffside front brake binding on slightly

  18. Pass94,614 miles (+2,400)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    94,614 miles
    Test number
    586232212009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear outer sill corroding
    • NoteOffside brake binding on slightly

  19. Pass92,214 miles (+1,257)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    92,214 miles
    Test number
    616142641023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass90,957 miles (+5,652)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    90,957 miles
    Test number
    682715630255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre almost void of tread on inner edge.
    • NoteOffside and nearside front brake discs slightly pitted.

  21. Pass85,305 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    85,305 miles
    Test number
    390790449498
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cutting out on inside edge

  22. Fail85,305 miles (+7,989)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,305 miles
    Test number
    720860049288
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cutting out on inside edge

  23. Pass77,316 miles (+4,695)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    77,316 miles
    Test number
    472581448261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front brake dragging slightly
    • NoteUndershield fitted at time of test

  24. Pass72,621 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    72,621 miles
    Test number
    513351147211
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Fail72,621 miles (+5,739)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,621 miles
    Test number
    811171947218
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass66,882 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    66,882 miles
    Test number
    841073446229
    • NoteRear brake pads worn thin,2mm.

Questions about R499 PCF

Does R499 PCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R499 PCF is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on R499 PCF?
The MOT on R499 PCF is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R499 PCF done?
R499 PCF was recorded at 103,617 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 1,852 miles a year.
Has R499 PCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R499 PCF has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on R499 PCF 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 R499 PCF find?
R499 PCF passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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