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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T129 OOGMOT history

T129 OOG is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 4 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Apr 2025 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 131,948 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Apr 2025
Mileage
131,948 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,123 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T129 OOG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
1 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T129 OOG was last recorded at 131,948 miles on 1 May 2025, 5,428 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,520 miles · 22 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
5,428 miles
Average per year
3,123 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 131,948 miles
  • 2024 – 126,520 miles
  • 2023 – 124,419 miles
  • 2022 – 122,878 miles
  • 2021 – 121,629 miles
  • 2019 – 120,084 miles
  • 2018 – 119,080 miles
  • 2016 – 118,077 miles
  • 2015 – 116,655 miles
  • 2014 – 116,132 miles
  • 2013 – 115,192 miles
  • 2012 – 113,860 miles
  • 2011 – 113,794 miles
  • 2010 – 111,582 miles
  • 2009 – 107,405 miles
  • 2008 – 99,968 miles
  • 2006 – 81,778 miles
  • 2005 – 70,899 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail131,948 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis rail. Repair plate is not welded at the rear at all. all weld repairs need to be exposed for inspection on retest . (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both frosted / opaque slightly (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (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 corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Front and rear suspension components rusty.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail131,948 miles (+5,428)2 dangerous6 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,948 miles
    Test number
    211008874360
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis rail. Repair plate is not welded at the rear at all. all weld repairs need to be exposed for inspection on retest . (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both frosted / opaque slightly (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (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 corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass126,520 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    126,520 miles
    Test number
    268088445742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail126,517 miles (+29)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,517 miles
    Test number
    791535239138
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail126,488 miles (+2,069)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,488 miles
    Test number
    925725818474
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components rusty.

  5. Pass124,419 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    124,419 miles
    Test number
    496878307736
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail124,377 miles (+1,499)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,377 miles
    Test number
    349899427850
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass122,878 miles (+1,249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    122,878 miles
    Test number
    677320736720
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear sections weak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass121,629 miles (+1,545)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    121,629 miles
    Test number
    826798774110
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded.

  9. Pass120,084 miles (+246)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    120,084 miles
    Test number
    658906922287
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components rusty.

  10. Fail119,838 miles (+758)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,838 miles
    Test number
    235437371258
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension arms and sub-frames rusty

  11. Pass119,080 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    119,080 miles
    Test number
    277354303521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail118,976 miles (+899)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,976 miles
    Test number
    689557777359
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and split outer wall (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass118,077 miles (+1,422)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    118,077 miles
    Test number
    860312655048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass116,655 miles (+523)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    116,655 miles
    Test number
    246450055173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass116,132 miles (+940)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    116,132 miles
    Test number
    409130164183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass115,192 miles (+1,332)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    115,192 miles
    Test number
    257477853132
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass113,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    113,860 miles
    Test number
    228765612191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail113,859 miles (+65)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,859 miles
    Test number
    257595712104
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Fail113,794 miles (+2,212)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,794 miles
    Test number
    316347581259
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass111,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    111,582 miles
    Test number
    364092170259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail111,582 miles (+4,177)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,582 miles
    Test number
    830152470257
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass107,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    107,405 miles
    Test number
    793411079247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail107,405 miles (+7,437)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,405 miles
    Test number
    320131079211
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass99,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    99,968 miles
    Test number
    734144158254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail99,968 miles (+18,190)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,968 miles
    Test number
    794954858250
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteExtensive corrossion on front & rear subframes
    • NoteFront pads low/discs showing wear
    • NoteO/s/r tyre getting low
    • NoteVehicle struggled to pass emission test

  26. Pass81,778 miles (+10,879)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    81,778 miles
    Test number
    360596096233
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge †front/rear discs showing corrossion †exhaust stabaliser broken

  27. Pass70,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    70,899 miles
    Test number
    263416585242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T129 OOG

Does T129 OOG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T129 OOG expired on 21 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T129 OOG?
The MOT on T129 OOG expired on 21 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T129 OOG done?
T129 OOG was recorded at 131,948 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2025, an average of 3,123 miles a year.
Has T129 OOG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T129 OOG has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T129 OOG 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 T129 OOG find?
T129 OOG failed its latest MOT on 1 May 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis rail. repair plate is not welded at the rear at all. all weld repairs need to be exposed for inspection on retest .; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 18 more.

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