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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T226 MKGMOT history

T226 MKG is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 90,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Oct 2026
Mileage
90,615 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T226 MKG
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
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T226 MKG was last recorded at 90,615 miles on 10 Oct 2025, 1,422 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,193 miles · 24 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,422 miles
Average per year
2,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,615 miles
  • 2024 – 89,193 miles
  • 2023 – 85,428 miles
  • 2022 – 82,013 miles
  • 2021 – 81,083 miles
  • 2020 – 80,758 miles
  • 2019 – 79,968 miles
  • 2018 – 76,548 miles
  • 2017 – 73,120 miles
  • 2016 – 69,739 miles
  • 2015 – 65,513 miles
  • 2014 – 61,658 miles
  • 2013 – 55,716 miles
  • 2012 – 50,550 miles
  • 2011 – 50,153 miles
  • 2010 – 49,362 miles
  • 2009 – 49,014 miles
  • 2008 – 48,196 miles
  • 2006 – 46,634 miles
  • 2005 – 43,335 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,615 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Outer sill corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Outer sill corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 29 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,615 miles (+1,422)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    90,615 miles
    Test number
    455016052875
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass89,193 miles (+3,765)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    89,193 miles
    Test number
    690684195743
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear sill corroded - not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle heavily corroded throughout.

  3. Pass85,428 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    85,428 miles
    Test number
    938587479147
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail85,426 miles (+3,413)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,426 miles
    Test number
    174062210320
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass82,013 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    82,013 miles
    Test number
    155166185134
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension corroded

  6. Fail82,011 miles (+928)2 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,011 miles
    Test number
    783221896644
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension corroded

  7. Pass81,083 miles (+325)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    81,083 miles
    Test number
    908220916285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass80,758 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    80,758 miles
    Test number
    269700903424
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s + o/s (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail80,758 miles (+5)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,758 miles
    Test number
    577899482142
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side n/s + o/s (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s + o/s (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail80,753 miles (+785)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,753 miles
    Test number
    371028886670
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded

  11. Pass79,968 miles (+3,420)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    79,968 miles
    Test number
    733036096045
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded

  12. Pass76,548 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    76,548 miles
    Test number
    713450105745
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded

  13. Fail76,548 miles (+3,428)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,548 miles
    Test number
    421204625660
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded

  14. Pass73,120 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    73,120 miles
    Test number
    531379495864
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper and lower n/s andd o/s syspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyre valves perished
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear of sills n/s and o/s
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear of sills n/s and o/s

  15. Fail73,120 miles (+3,381)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,120 miles
    Test number
    193120361554
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded syspension top arm (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper and lower n/s andd o/s syspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyre valves perished
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear of sills n/s and o/s
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear of sills n/s and o/s

  16. Pass69,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    69,739 miles
    Test number
    376832919444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail69,739 miles (+4,226)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,739 miles
    Test number
    320630757155
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass65,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    65,513 miles
    Test number
    628701245036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail65,513 miles (+3,855)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,513 miles
    Test number
    976371145036
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass61,658 miles (+5,942)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    61,658 miles
    Test number
    106996154432
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass55,716 miles (+5,166)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    55,716 miles
    Test number
    627572843075
    • NoteN/S/F tyre has nail burried in tred
    • NoteO/S/R tyre has slight wear on inner edge

  22. Pass50,550 miles (+397)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    50,550 miles
    Test number
    177958852062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass50,153 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    50,153 miles
    Test number
    557024351169
    • NoteOffside front abs sensor mounting bolt broken
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill rusty

  24. Fail50,150 miles (+788)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,150 miles
    Test number
    879268831167
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteNearside front brake binding slightly

  25. Pass49,362 miles (+348)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    49,362 miles
    Test number
    411960890051
    • NoteBoth front brake disc inner faces are rusty
    • NoteNearside front brake binding slightly

  26. Pass49,014 miles (+818)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    49,014 miles
    Test number
    644711169076
    • NoteExhaust heavily corroded
    • NoteLong handbrake travel
    • NoteNearside front brake binding
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill starting to corrode

  27. Pass48,196 miles (+1,562)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    48,196 miles
    Test number
    853053008039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass46,634 miles (+3,299)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    46,634 miles
    Test number
    702334356340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass43,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    43,335 miles
    Test number
    613943465311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T226 MKG

Does T226 MKG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T226 MKG expired on 9 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T226 MKG?
The MOT on T226 MKG expired on 9 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T226 MKG done?
T226 MKG was recorded at 90,615 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2025, an average of 2,390 miles a year.
Has T226 MKG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T226 MKG has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T226 MKG 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 T226 MKG find?
T226 MKG passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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