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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T144 OAWMOT history

T144 OAW is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 89,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
89,429 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,485 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T144 OAW
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 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T144 OAW was last recorded at 89,429 miles on 31 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Mar 2026: 89,429 miles, lower than 91,093 miles on 26 Aug 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
91,093 miles · 26 Aug 2022
Average per year
2,485 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,429 miles
  • 2022 – 91,093 miles
  • 2020 – 82,511 miles
  • 2019 – 79,751 miles
  • 2018 – 79,310 miles
  • 2017 – 79,036 miles
  • 2016 – 78,911 miles
  • 2014 – 78,569 miles
  • 2013 – 77,833 miles
  • 2012 – 71,842 miles
  • 2011 – 64,083 miles
  • 2010 – 59,669 miles
  • 2009 – 54,170 miles
  • 2008 – 49,234 miles
  • 2007 – 43,360 miles
  • 2006 – 39,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,429 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced entire underbody is covered in underseal not allowing full inspection (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,429 miles (-1,664)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    89,429 miles
    Test number
    172847799952
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced entire underbody is covered in underseal not allowing full inspection (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass91,093 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    91,093 miles
    Test number
    855979231751
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides front springs slight corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail91,078 miles (+8,567)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,078 miles
    Test number
    376412911206
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass82,511 miles (+2,760)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    82,511 miles
    Test number
    612261470993
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspenison components corroison advise

  5. Pass79,751 miles (+441)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    79,751 miles
    Test number
    290652416755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,310 miles (+274)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    79,310 miles
    Test number
    868337962446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass79,036 miles (+125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    79,036 miles
    Test number
    175316018066
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass78,911 miles (+342)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    78,911 miles
    Test number
    550060535014
    • AdvisoryFront inner brake pads wearing thin
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front chassis slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front anti-roll bar link

  9. Pass78,569 miles (+736)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    78,569 miles
    Test number
    909734094283
    • NoteSlight corrosion on nearside and offside inner arches

  10. Pass77,833 miles (+719)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    77,833 miles
    Test number
    437531103410
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass77,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    77,114 miles
    Test number
    709990383022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail77,114 miles (+5,272)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,114 miles
    Test number
    317311073000
    • FailureFront Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass71,842 miles (+7,759)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    71,842 miles
    Test number
    175075372443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Pass64,083 miles (+4,414)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    64,083 miles
    Test number
    188518181434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,669 miles (+5,499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    59,669 miles
    Test number
    424335080036
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass54,170 miles (+4,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    54,170 miles
    Test number
    432610099084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass49,234 miles (+5,874)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    49,234 miles
    Test number
    654792498044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,360 miles (+3,711)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    43,360 miles
    Test number
    624133377000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,649 miles
    Test number
    611489776090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T144 OAW

Does T144 OAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T144 OAW is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T144 OAW?
The MOT on T144 OAW is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T144 OAW done?
T144 OAW was recorded at 89,429 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 2,485 miles a year.
Has T144 OAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T144 OAW has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T144 OAW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Mar 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T144 OAW find?
T144 OAW passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in underseal; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced entire underbody is covered in underseal not allowing full inspection.

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