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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T254 RJKMOT history

T254 RJK is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 118,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
118,339 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,246 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T254 RJK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T254 RJK was last recorded at 118,339 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 9,925 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Feb 2019: 93,682 miles, lower than 94,956 miles on 8 Feb 2018.

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
108,414 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,925 miles
Average per year
3,246 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,339 miles
  • 2025 – 108,414 miles
  • 2024 – 106,442 miles
  • 2023 – 104,176 miles
  • 2022 – 102,219 miles
  • 2021 – 99,073 miles
  • 2020 – 96,135 miles
  • 2019 – 93,828 miles
  • 2018 – 94,956 miles
  • 2017 – 89,405 miles
  • 2016 – 81,596 miles
  • 2015 – 76,399 miles
  • 2014 – 73,731 miles
  • 2013 – 70,854 miles
  • 2012 – 69,105 miles
  • 2011 – 66,030 miles
  • 2009 – 64,056 miles
  • 2008 – 59,744 miles
  • 2007 – 57,320 miles
  • 2006 – 54,149 miles
  • 2005 – 51,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,339 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

34 tests since 27 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,339 miles (+9,925)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    118,339 miles
    Test number
    789980231036
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass108,414 miles (+1,972)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    108,414 miles
    Test number
    256257106150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass106,442 miles (+121)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    106,442 miles
    Test number
    572035282543
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside surface corrosion to body and some suspension component's
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail106,321 miles (+2,145)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,321 miles
    Test number
    302593897057
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to underside including all suspension components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. On minimum limit 16% (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass104,176 miles (+1,957)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    104,176 miles
    Test number
    334920668089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass102,219 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    102,219 miles
    Test number
    224809353235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail102,217 miles (+3,144)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,217 miles
    Test number
    835762406913
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorIntegral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass99,073 miles (+2,938)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    99,073 miles
    Test number
    907182458147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,135 miles (+2,307)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    96,135 miles
    Test number
    471633431802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,828 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    93,828 miles
    Test number
    838894372464
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail93,828 miles (+146)2 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,828 miles
    Test number
    119270899657
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail93,682 miles (-1,274)1 dangerous3 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,682 miles
    Test number
    714453748429
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension bushes perished/cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes perished/cracked
    • AdvisoryUnderside Of Vehicle Corroded

  13. Pass94,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    94,956 miles
    Test number
    583404875330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail94,956 miles (+5,551)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,956 miles
    Test number
    421116121106
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass89,405 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    89,405 miles
    Test number
    186207534424
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6 (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail89,404 miles (+7,808)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,404 miles
    Test number
    443711800941
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6 (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass81,596 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    81,596 miles
    Test number
    186053624399
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Fail81,591 miles (+5,192)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,591 miles
    Test number
    538980389887
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass76,399 miles (+10)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    76,399 miles
    Test number
    727080955096
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension rubber bushes starting to perish

  20. Fail76,389 miles (+2,658)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,389 miles
    Test number
    906493945049
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension rubber bushes starting to perish

  21. Pass73,731 miles (+364)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    73,731 miles
    Test number
    906293844089
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCorrision near and off side rear sill

  22. Fail73,367 miles (+2,513)4 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,367 miles
    Test number
    479198334004
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCorrision near and off side rear sill

  23. Pass70,854 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    70,854 miles
    Test number
    907927933072
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail70,850 miles (+1,745)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,850 miles
    Test number
    828825933015
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass69,105 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    69,105 miles
    Test number
    735317332035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail69,103 miles (+3,073)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,103 miles
    Test number
    258924932062
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  27. Pass66,030 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    66,030 miles
    Test number
    556433411011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail66,023 miles (+1,967)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,023 miles
    Test number
    287792111091
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  29. Pass64,056 miles (+4,312)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    64,056 miles
    Test number
    213615809270
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth wipers split ends

  30. Pass59,744 miles (+7)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    59,744 miles
    Test number
    264945308270
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension starting to rust

  31. Fail59,737 miles (+2,417)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,737 miles
    Test number
    723004308205
    • FailureNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension starting to rust

  32. Pass57,320 miles (+3,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    57,320 miles
    Test number
    204616507250
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  33. Pass54,149 miles (+2,702)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    54,149 miles
    Test number
    360936306253
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass51,447 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    51,447 miles
    Test number
    820418505221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Questions about T254 RJK

Does T254 RJK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T254 RJK is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T254 RJK?
The MOT on T254 RJK is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T254 RJK done?
T254 RJK was recorded at 118,339 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 3,246 miles a year.
Has T254 RJK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T254 RJK has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T254 RJK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Feb 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T254 RJK find?
T254 RJK passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 2 more.

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