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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T279 XDUMOT history

T279 XDU is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2025 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 121,958 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2025
Mileage
121,958 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,962 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T279 XDU
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
29 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T279 XDU was last recorded at 121,958 miles on 23 Jul 2025, 10,311 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,647 miles · 24 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
10,311 miles
Average per year
3,962 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,958 miles
  • 2024 – 111,647 miles
  • 2023 – 104,945 miles
  • 2022 – 101,829 miles
  • 2021 – 99,732 miles
  • 2019 – 98,092 miles
  • 2018 – 95,928 miles
  • 2017 – 93,824 miles
  • 2016 – 91,920 miles
  • 2015 – 88,541 miles
  • 2014 – 83,191 miles
  • 2013 – 77,947 miles
  • 2012 – 73,185 miles
  • 2011 – 68,628 miles
  • 2010 – 63,889 miles
  • 2009 – 57,963 miles
  • 2008 – 54,474 miles
  • 2007 – 50,479 miles
  • 2006 – 46,466 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail121,958 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced central inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2014

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Nearside Rear wing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Underbody corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail121,958 miles (+10,311)2 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,958 miles
    Test number
    505484291439
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced central inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass111,647 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    111,647 miles
    Test number
    586923112210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wing
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  3. Fail111,639 miles (+6,694)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,639 miles
    Test number
    676442450202
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  4. Pass104,945 miles (+3,116)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    104,945 miles
    Test number
    778161995443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass101,829 miles (+229)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    101,829 miles
    Test number
    784651553390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail101,600 miles (+1,868)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,600 miles
    Test number
    225551671059
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass99,732 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    99,732 miles
    Test number
    150031113973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail99,719 miles (+1,627)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,719 miles
    Test number
    897285306059
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced OUTTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced OUTTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass98,092 miles (+2,164)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,092 miles
    Test number
    375251871928
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass95,928 miles (+2,104)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    95,928 miles
    Test number
    790882966342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,824 miles (+1,904)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    93,824 miles
    Test number
    206307124326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,920 miles (+3,379)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    91,920 miles
    Test number
    132210947975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,541 miles (+5,350)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    88,541 miles
    Test number
    525770295109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,191 miles (+5,244)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    83,191 miles
    Test number
    786399384131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass77,947 miles (+4,762)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    77,947 miles
    Test number
    206723193186
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass73,185 miles (+4,557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    73,185 miles
    Test number
    539023692184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass68,628 miles (+4,739)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    68,628 miles
    Test number
    368535381167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  18. Pass63,889 miles (+5,926)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    63,889 miles
    Test number
    414221480163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  19. Pass57,963 miles (+3,489)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    57,963 miles
    Test number
    180302289166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,474 miles (+3,995)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    54,474 miles
    Test number
    432519288109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass50,479 miles (+4,013)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    50,479 miles
    Test number
    260105587466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass46,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    46,466 miles
    Test number
    301745986108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T279 XDU

Does T279 XDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T279 XDU expired on 23 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T279 XDU?
The MOT on T279 XDU expired on 23 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T279 XDU done?
T279 XDU was recorded at 121,958 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2025, an average of 3,962 miles a year.
Has T279 XDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T279 XDU has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T279 XDU 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 T279 XDU find?
T279 XDU failed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 4 major defects and 5 advisories: offside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; nearside rear parking brake inoperative on one side, and 8 more.

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