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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T141 SBXMOT history

T141 SBX is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 72,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
72,048 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,806 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T141 SBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T141 SBX was last recorded at 72,048 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 1,815 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,233 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,815 miles
Average per year
1,806 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,048 miles
  • 2025 – 70,233 miles
  • 2024 – 67,301 miles
  • 2023 – 64,435 miles
  • 2022 – 62,343 miles
  • 2021 – 60,107 miles
  • 2019 – 60,095 miles
  • 2018 – 59,805 miles
  • 2017 – 59,543 miles
  • 2016 – 57,977 miles
  • 2015 – 55,702 miles
  • 2014 – 53,533 miles
  • 2013 – 51,131 miles
  • 2012 – 48,196 miles
  • 2011 – 46,861 miles
  • 2010 – 45,411 miles
  • 2009 – 42,690 miles
  • 2008 – 39,853 miles
  • 2007 – 38,250 miles
  • 2006 – 36,520 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,048 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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,048 miles (+1,815)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    72,048 miles
    Test number
    840651443142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass70,233 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    70,233 miles
    Test number
    325353663736
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Quarter panel rusted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Quarter panel rusted
  3. Fail70,222 miles (+2,921)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,222 miles
    Test number
    777326357829
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Quarter panel rusted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Quarter panel rusted
  4. Pass67,301 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    67,301 miles
    Test number
    105782957530
    • AdvisoryRear Both Wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail67,301 miles (+2,866)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,301 miles
    Test number
    272404745258
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Both Wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass64,435 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    64,435 miles
    Test number
    833322914441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Corrosion to nearside rear and offside rear arches
    • AdvisoryRear Rear suspension components corroded but not excessive
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Fail64,435 miles (+2,092)1 dangerous1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,435 miles
    Test number
    761386354171
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Corrosion to nearside rear and offside rear arches
    • AdvisoryRear Rear suspension components corroded but not excessive
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass62,343 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    62,343 miles
    Test number
    889284620207
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres over 12yrs old
    • AdvisoryCORROSION to nearside + offside front + rear upper + lower suspension arms
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside + offside rear arches
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to offside rear inner sill/chassis/outrigger
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Boot floor holed
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside + offside front + rear inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  9. Fail62,340 miles (+2,233)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,340 miles
    Test number
    232159684903
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres over 12yrs old
    • AdvisoryCORROSION to nearside + offside front + rear upper + lower suspension arms
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside + offside rear arches
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to offside rear inner sill/chassis/outrigger
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Boot floor holed
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside + offside front + rear inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTravel on parking brake
  10. Pass60,107 miles (+12)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    60,107 miles
    Test number
    643153085225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower shock absorber mounting corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower shock absorber mounting corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass60,095 miles (+290)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    60,095 miles
    Test number
    637301230722
    • AdvisoryCorrosion nearside outer sill / nearside rear arch
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear suspension arms
    • AdvisoryHEAVY CORROSION TO NEARSIDE + OFFSIDE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER LOWER MOUNTINGS
    • AdvisoryHEAVY CORROSION TO NEARSIDE + OFFSIDE FRONT SUSPENSION ARMS
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside + offside rear inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  12. Pass59,805 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    59,805 miles
    Test number
    407148945637
    • AdvisoryCorrosion nearside + offside rear inner arches
    • AdvisoryCorrosion nearside + offside rear suspension arms
    • AdvisoryHEAVY corrosion nearside + offside front upper + lower suspension arms
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion nearside outer sill
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion offside rear inner sill
  13. Fail59,805 miles (+262)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,805 miles
    Test number
    576887083547
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion nearside + offside rear inner arches
    • AdvisoryCorrosion nearside + offside rear suspension arms
    • AdvisoryHEAVY corrosion nearside + offside front upper + lower suspension arms
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion nearside outer sill
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion offside rear inner sill
  14. Pass59,543 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    59,543 miles
    Test number
    281032862563
    • AdvisoryCorrosion nearside rear outer sill
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside + offside front + rear inner arches
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside + offside rear lower suspension arms
    • AdvisoryHEAVY corrosion to nearside + offside front upper + lower suspension arms
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (2.4.A.3)
  15. Fail59,543 miles (+1,566)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,543 miles
    Test number
    772884998833
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion nearside rear outer sill
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside + offside front + rear inner arches
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside + offside rear lower suspension arms
    • AdvisoryHEAVY corrosion to nearside + offside front upper + lower suspension arms
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (2.4.A.3)
  16. Pass57,977 miles (+2,275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    57,977 miles
    Test number
    965967817570
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (2.4.G.1)
  17. Pass55,702 miles (+2,169)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    55,702 miles
    Test number
    765080500898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,533 miles (+2,402)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    53,533 miles
    Test number
    177484754216
    • 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)
  19. Pass51,131 miles (+2,935)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    51,131 miles
    Test number
    736118743268
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  20. Pass48,196 miles (+1,335)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    48,196 miles
    Test number
    495760552245
    • NoteSurface corrosian throughout
  21. Pass46,861 miles (+1,450)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    46,861 miles
    Test number
    178820351241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,411 miles (+2,721)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    45,411 miles
    Test number
    193529340262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,690 miles (+2,837)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    42,690 miles
    Test number
    713870559234
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  24. Pass39,853 miles (+1,603)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    39,853 miles
    Test number
    131362158257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,250 miles (+1,730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    38,250 miles
    Test number
    241188327204
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
  26. Pass36,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    36,520 miles
    Test number
    610240436211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T141 SBX

Does T141 SBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T141 SBX is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T141 SBX?
The MOT on T141 SBX is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T141 SBX done?
T141 SBX was recorded at 72,048 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 1,806 miles a year.
Has T141 SBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T141 SBX has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T141 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 T141 SBX find?
T141 SBX passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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