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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T281 OOGMOT history

T281 OOG is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 136,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2026
Mileage
136,293 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T281 OOG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T281 OOG was last recorded at 136,293 miles on 25 Sept 2025, 8,749 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,544 miles · 27 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
8,749 miles
Average per year
5,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 136,293 miles
  • 2024 – 127,544 miles
  • 2023 – 126,208 miles
  • 2022 – 122,621 miles
  • 2021 – 115,873 miles
  • 2019 – 108,938 miles
  • 2018 – 107,437 miles
  • 2017 – 105,025 miles
  • 2016 – 97,436 miles
  • 2014 – 96,388 miles
  • 2013 – 89,977 miles
  • 2012 – 83,725 miles
  • 2011 – 75,985 miles
  • 2010 – 61,783 miles
  • 2009 – 47,049 miles
  • 2008 – 34,651 miles
  • 2007 – 26,220 miles
  • 2006 – 23,207 miles
  • 2005 – 20,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,293 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle undercarriage covered in underseal
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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, 2019–2021

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive gear box slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated very perished,may require to attention soon

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,293 miles (+8,749)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    136,293 miles
    Test number
    694895313510
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle undercarriage covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass127,544 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    127,544 miles
    Test number
    617735644803
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside slightly corroded

  3. Fail127,544 miles (+1,336)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,544 miles
    Test number
    361817032386
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside slightly corroded

  4. Pass126,208 miles (+3,587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    126,208 miles
    Test number
    147632223022
    • AdvisoryGeneral structure becoming corroded not considered excessive at this time

  5. Pass122,621 miles (+6,748)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    122,621 miles
    Test number
    837299315364
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central chassis (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central chassis (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel becoming long

  6. Pass115,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    115,873 miles
    Test number
    857541549886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail115,873 miles (+296)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,873 miles
    Test number
    158518600581
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

  8. Fail115,577 miles (+6,639)13 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,577 miles
    Test number
    514769036269
    • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges Fouling steering column under bonnet (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Temporary non locking cap fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Chassis (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to front and rear subframes
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside floor and chassis corroded and poor condition

  9. Pass108,938 miles (+16)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    108,938 miles
    Test number
    168032687616
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated very perished,may require to attention soon (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive gear box slightly (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to legal limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides on outer edge badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front head light slightly perished
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside very rusty
    • AdvisoryThe boot inner side very rusty,may require to attention

  10. Fail108,922 miles (+1,485)5 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,922 miles
    Test number
    235809062382
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint area (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jack point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated very perished,may require to attention soon (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive gear box slightly (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to legal limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides on outer edge badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front head light slightly perished
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside very rusty
    • AdvisoryThe boot inner side very rusty,may require to attention

  11. Pass107,437 miles (+2,412)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    107,437 miles
    Test number
    150788192692
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass105,025 miles (+7,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    105,025 miles
    Test number
    855590444242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Chassis corroded

  13. Pass97,436 miles (+1,048)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    97,436 miles
    Test number
    885395623647
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside main chassis have extensive damage but not within 30cm of testable items

  14. Pass96,388 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    96,388 miles
    Test number
    286097024244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail96,382 miles (+6,405)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,382 miles
    Test number
    726629514291
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass89,977 miles (+6,252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    89,977 miles
    Test number
    748803053035
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass83,725 miles (+7,740)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    83,725 miles
    Test number
    737815352049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass75,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    75,985 miles
    Test number
    665353891147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail75,985 miles (+14,202)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,985 miles
    Test number
    416263891187
    • 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)

  20. Pass61,783 miles (+14,734)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    61,783 miles
    Test number
    812877090170
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  21. Pass47,049 miles (+12,398)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    47,049 miles
    Test number
    602644309219
    • NoteBrake pipes corroded,handbrake travel borderline.

  22. Pass34,651 miles (+8,431)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    34,651 miles
    Test number
    424483108202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll brake pads 3/4 worn.

  23. Pass26,220 miles (+3,013)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    26,220 miles
    Test number
    972192507253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    23,207 miles
    Test number
    931565986127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail23,207 miles (+2,789)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,207 miles
    Test number
    892782986184
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass20,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    20,418 miles
    Test number
    692684205220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T281 OOG

Does T281 OOG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T281 OOG expired on 2 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T281 OOG?
The MOT on T281 OOG expired on 2 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T281 OOG done?
T281 OOG was recorded at 136,293 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2025, an average of 5,743 miles a year.
Has T281 OOG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T281 OOG has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T281 OOG 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 T281 OOG find?
T281 OOG passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2025 with 10 advisories: central vehicle undercarriage covered in underseal; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 7 more.

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