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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T125 SBXMOT history

T125 SBX is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 94,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jul 2027
Mileage
94,912 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,531 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T125 SBX
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 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T125 SBX was last recorded at 94,912 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 5,722 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,190 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,722 miles
Average per year
2,531 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,912 miles
  • 2025 – 89,190 miles
  • 2024 – 88,809 miles
  • 2023 – 87,506 miles
  • 2022 – 87,120 miles
  • 2021 – 87,074 miles
  • 2020 – 86,964 miles
  • 2019 – 84,474 miles
  • 2018 – 80,938 miles
  • 2017 – 80,249 miles
  • 2016 – 79,749 miles
  • 2015 – 79,607 miles
  • 2014 – 79,152 miles
  • 2012 – 77,600 miles
  • 2011 – 76,745 miles
  • 2010 – 68,519 miles
  • 2009 – 64,168 miles
  • 2008 – 58,342 miles
  • 2007 – 50,879 miles
  • 2006 – 43,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,912 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Under side of vechicle very corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass94,912 miles (+5,722)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    94,912 miles
    Test number
    537025619220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass89,190 miles (+134)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    89,190 miles
    Test number
    336709272584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail89,056 miles (+247)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,056 miles
    Test number
    396615637718
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass88,809 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    88,809 miles
    Test number
    401331865566
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Fail88,804 miles (+1,298)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,804 miles
    Test number
    227164323864
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass87,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    87,506 miles
    Test number
    824363329752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail87,506 miles (+386)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,506 miles
    Test number
    357067320821
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass87,120 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    87,120 miles
    Test number
    532502935606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,074 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    87,074 miles
    Test number
    565454960916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,964 miles (+2,490)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    86,964 miles
    Test number
    568965709407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,474 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,474 miles
    Test number
    346560157636
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vechicle very corroded
  12. Fail84,474 miles (+3,536)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,474 miles
    Test number
    591245320607
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vechicle very corroded
  13. Pass80,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    80,938 miles
    Test number
    511305159518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail80,938 miles (+689)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,938 miles
    Test number
    293291363031
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
  15. Pass80,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    80,249 miles
    Test number
    420365497842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail80,249 miles (+500)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,249 miles
    Test number
    200563508308
    • FailureNearside 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)
  17. Pass79,749 miles (+142)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    79,749 miles
    Test number
    217727029526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass79,607 miles (+455)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    79,607 miles
    Test number
    177946465162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteRear o/side tyre perished
  19. Pass79,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    79,152 miles
    Test number
    255105954480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail79,152 miles (+1,552)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,152 miles
    Test number
    176391024100
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  21. Pass77,600 miles (+855)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    77,600 miles
    Test number
    789453782278
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteCorrossion to subframes and suspension
  22. Pass76,745 miles (+8,226)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    76,745 miles
    Test number
    227505401394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NotePlastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas
    • NoteRear sills corrroded
  23. Pass68,519 miles (+4,351)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    68,519 miles
    Test number
    802851370251
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteLight surface corrosian all suspension componants
  24. Pass64,168 miles (+5,826)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    64,168 miles
    Test number
    324206089431
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth wiper blades
    • NoteLight surface corrosion starting
  25. Pass58,342 miles (+7,463)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    58,342 miles
    Test number
    242619768201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,879 miles (+2,479)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    50,879 miles
    Test number
    710207967247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass48,400 miles (+4,925)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    48,400 miles
    Test number
    780582357023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass43,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    43,475 miles
    Test number
    432720686051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T125 SBX

Does T125 SBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T125 SBX is valid until 25 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T125 SBX?
The MOT on T125 SBX is valid until 25 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T125 SBX done?
T125 SBX was recorded at 94,912 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 2,531 miles a year.
Has T125 SBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T125 SBX has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T125 SBX 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 T125 SBX find?
T125 SBX passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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