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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T290 RPJMOT history

T290 RPJ is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 55,860 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
55,860 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,105 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T290 RPJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T290 RPJ was last recorded at 55,860 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 606 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,254 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
606 miles
Average per year
1,105 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,860 miles
  • 2025 – 55,254 miles
  • 2024 – 54,353 miles
  • 2023 – 53,549 miles
  • 2022 – 52,074 miles
  • 2021 – 51,397 miles
  • 2019 – 49,395 miles
  • 2018 – 47,550 miles
  • 2017 – 46,634 miles
  • 2016 – 45,291 miles
  • 2014 – 44,651 miles
  • 2013 – 42,549 miles
  • 2012 – 40,979 miles
  • 2011 – 40,018 miles
  • 2009 – 38,583 miles
  • 2008 – 37,613 miles
  • 2007 – 36,179 miles
  • 2006 – 34,905 miles
  • 2005 – 33,183 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,860 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all 4 (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail in wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all 4 (5.3.3 (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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2005–2012

  • Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2005–2012

  • Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch chassis area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,860 miles (+606)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    55,860 miles
    Test number
    549282693235
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all 4 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail in wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all 4 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass55,254 miles (+901)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    55,254 miles
    Test number
    461018970637
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all 4 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all 4 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 and all made in 2008 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass54,353 miles (+804)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    54,353 miles
    Test number
    401738480661
    • AdvisoryAll tyres are over 15 years old
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass53,549 miles (+1,475)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    53,549 miles
    Test number
    291223468184
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened entire suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened entire suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass52,074 miles (+677)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    52,074 miles
    Test number
    715041031431
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis section forward of wheelhouse (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  6. Pass51,397 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2022
    Odometer
    51,397 miles
    Test number
    190774884459
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail51,393 miles (+1,998)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,393 miles
    Test number
    247058669708
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass49,395 miles (+1,845)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    49,395 miles
    Test number
    880266095347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    47,550 miles
    Test number
    829377445384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail47,550 miles (+916)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,550 miles
    Test number
    520185575633
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass46,634 miles (+1,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    46,634 miles
    Test number
    328813514443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

  12. Pass45,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    45,291 miles
    Test number
    702881707125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail45,291 miles (+640)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,291 miles
    Test number
    343344033313
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  14. Pass44,651 miles (+1,413)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    44,651 miles
    Test number
    859854064382
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass43,238 miles (+689)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    43,238 miles
    Test number
    467653504073
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight bind on offside front

  16. Pass42,549 miles (+1,570)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    42,549 miles
    Test number
    699981423090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass40,979 miles (+961)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    40,979 miles
    Test number
    767105652005
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust rusty

  18. Pass40,018 miles (+1,435)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    40,018 miles
    Test number
    226544651034
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteWear on n/s front brake disc

  19. Pass38,583 miles (+970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    38,583 miles
    Test number
    324891239379
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass37,613 miles (+1,434)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    37,613 miles
    Test number
    824480748366
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass36,179 miles (+1,274)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    36,179 miles
    Test number
    522381747311
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Pass34,905 miles (+1,722)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    34,905 miles
    Test number
    491396026329
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass33,183 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    33,183 miles
    Test number
    304609275462
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T290 RPJ

Does T290 RPJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T290 RPJ is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T290 RPJ?
The MOT on T290 RPJ is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T290 RPJ done?
T290 RPJ was recorded at 55,860 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 1,105 miles a year.
Has T290 RPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T290 RPJ has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on T290 RPJ 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 T290 RPJ find?
T290 RPJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all 4; offside front inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail in wheel arch; offside inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central sill, and 1 more.

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