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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T178 XAPMOT history

T178 XAP is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 22 of 33 MOT tests, with 104,626 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
104,626 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
33
22 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T178 XAP
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
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T178 XAP was last recorded at 104,626 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 1,406 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,220 miles · 22 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,406 miles
Average per year
2,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,626 miles
  • 2025 – 103,220 miles
  • 2024 – 98,625 miles
  • 2023 – 91,012 miles
  • 2022 – 87,623 miles
  • 2021 – 84,095 miles
  • 2020 – 79,752 miles
  • 2019 – 73,894 miles
  • 2018 – 71,742 miles
  • 2017 – 70,183 miles
  • 2016 – 67,798 miles
  • 2015 – 67,281 miles
  • 2014 – 67,007 miles
  • 2013 – 65,103 miles
  • 2012 – 63,355 miles
  • 2011 – 61,489 miles
  • 2010 – 59,198 miles
  • 2009 – 56,802 miles
  • 2008 – 54,697 miles
  • 2007 – 52,159 miles
  • 2006 – 49,576 miles
  • 2005 – 46,833 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,626 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

33 tests since 5 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,626 miles (+1,406)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    104,626 miles
    Test number
    879184230451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass103,220 miles (+4,595)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    103,220 miles
    Test number
    711302234201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass98,625 miles (+5)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    98,625 miles
    Test number
    822969550121
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail98,620 miles (+7,608)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,620 miles
    Test number
    752970529622
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to back at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass91,012 miles (+3,389)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    91,012 miles
    Test number
    755971948577
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  6. Pass87,623 miles (+3,528)5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    87,623 miles
    Test number
    430783078158
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass84,095 miles (+57)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    84,095 miles
    Test number
    824957152261
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail84,038 miles (+4,286)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,038 miles
    Test number
    333442547294
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm insecurely attached ball joint (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPark brake performance just met

  9. Pass79,752 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    79,752 miles
    Test number
    554769714699
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail79,752 miles (+5,858)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,752 miles
    Test number
    146855007549
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high very high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass73,894 miles (+100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    73,894 miles
    Test number
    758474081363
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to subframes and suspension
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever travel slightly long

  12. Fail73,794 miles (+2,052)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,794 miles
    Test number
    832090731926
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has an unsafe modification non original bolt is not long enough, nut not held on with enough threads. (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to subframes and suspension
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever travel slightly long

  13. Pass71,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    71,742 miles
    Test number
    665705709658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail71,742 miles (+1,559)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,742 miles
    Test number
    301600379481
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  15. Pass70,183 miles (+2,385)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    70,183 miles
    Test number
    321082969600
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre perished on outer sidewall

  16. Pass67,798 miles (+517)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    67,798 miles
    Test number
    298777648358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,281 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    67,281 miles
    Test number
    257021005260
    • NoteO/s front brake slight bind

  18. Fail67,281 miles (+274)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,281 miles
    Test number
    625871605286
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s front brake slight bind

  19. Pass67,007 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    67,007 miles
    Test number
    849886194108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail66,953 miles (+1,850)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,953 miles
    Test number
    266888684433
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Fail65,103 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,103 miles
    Test number
    235925483492
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass65,103 miles (+1,748)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    65,103 miles
    Test number
    839485983108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,355 miles (+1,866)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    63,355 miles
    Test number
    456127282177
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyre side walls and outer treads perished and splitting
    • NoteCentre tread of both rear tyres wearing low

  24. Pass61,489 miles (+54)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    61,489 miles
    Test number
    467152591110
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked & perished on outer edges

  25. Fail61,435 miles (+2,237)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,435 miles
    Test number
    767435181105
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked & perished on outer edges
    • NoteN/s front brake disc in poor condition

  26. Pass59,198 miles (+2,396)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    59,198 miles
    Test number
    880219070191
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition
    • NoteLong travel on parking brake

  27. Pass56,802 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    56,802 miles
    Test number
    282926569476
    • NoteFront number plate cracked and in poor condition

  28. Fail56,802 miles (+2,105)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,802 miles
    Test number
    424616769144
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked and in poor condition

  29. Pass54,697 miles (+2,538)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    54,697 miles
    Test number
    541170478168
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition
    • NoteParking brake has long travel
    • NoteSlight cracking on both front tyre treads

  30. Pass52,159 miles (+2,583)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    52,159 miles
    Test number
    764256277176
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition
    • NoteParking brake lever high

  31. Pass49,576 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    49,576 miles
    Test number
    973494886141
    • NoteSee orignal dvisory sheet

  32. Fail49,576 miles (+2,743)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,576 miles
    Test number
    680904486166
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition

  33. Pass46,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    46,833 miles
    Test number
    141486085162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T178 XAP

Does T178 XAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T178 XAP is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T178 XAP?
The MOT on T178 XAP is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T178 XAP done?
T178 XAP was recorded at 104,626 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 2,783 miles a year.
Has T178 XAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T178 XAP has failed 11 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T178 XAP 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 T178 XAP find?
T178 XAP passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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