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Mazda Auto Free TOP

White · Petrol · 1999 · 2,490 cc

T197 XCGMOT history

T197 XCG is a white petrol Mazda Auto Free TOP first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 148,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
148,102 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T197 XCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Auto Free TOP
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,490 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T197 XCG was last recorded at 148,102 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 1,440 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,662 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,440 miles
Average per year
2,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,102 miles
  • 2025 – 146,662 miles
  • 2024 – 141,388 miles
  • 2023 – 133,958 miles
  • 2022 – 128,073 miles
  • 2021 – 127,444 miles
  • 2016 – 127,246 miles
  • 2014 – 106,130 miles
  • 2013 – 105,786 miles
  • 2012 – 105,268 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,102 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,102 miles (+1,440)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    148,102 miles
    Test number
    606228088293
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass146,662 miles (+5,274)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    146,662 miles
    Test number
    217490001923
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass141,388 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    141,388 miles
    Test number
    423001432221
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak x3
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail141,383 miles (+7,425)6 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,383 miles
    Test number
    882037806062
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested Not working (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak x3
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre size 215/65x15 (C on rear)

  5. Pass133,958 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    133,958 miles
    Test number
    909331535006
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Fail133,958 miles (+5,885)4 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,958 miles
    Test number
    482513664951
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass128,073 miles (+629)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    128,073 miles
    Test number
    862725827494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass127,444 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    127,444 miles
    Test number
    523580058178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail127,426 miles2 dangerous10 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,426 miles
    Test number
    117618983525
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working side lamp (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side lamp (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working lamp (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass127,264 km (+17)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    127,264 km
    Test number
    295548127238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass127,247 km
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    127,247 km
    Test number
    592180471999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail127,246 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,246 miles
    Test number
    799981807026
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass126,442 km
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    126,442 km
    Test number
    765249965155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    106,130 miles
    Test number
    468255604208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail106,130 km5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,130 km
    Test number
    707913204252
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass105,786 miles (+518)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    105,786 miles
    Test number
    347423223385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass105,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    105,268 miles
    Test number
    347669042155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass101,371 km
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    101,371 km
    Test number
    937801041135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail101,371 km5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,371 km
    Test number
    206648431136
    • 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)
    • FailureRear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

Questions about T197 XCG

Does T197 XCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T197 XCG is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T197 XCG?
The MOT on T197 XCG is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T197 XCG done?
T197 XCG was recorded at 148,102 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 2,995 miles a year.
Has T197 XCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T197 XCG has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T197 XCG 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 T197 XCG find?
T197 XCG passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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