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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T293 KOAMOT history

T293 KOA is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 150,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
150,609 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T293 KOA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T293 KOA was last recorded at 150,609 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 5,420 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,189 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,420 miles
Average per year
2,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,609 miles
  • 2025 – 145,189 miles
  • 2024 – 140,718 miles
  • 2023 – 131,950 miles
  • 2022 – 118,415 miles
  • 2021 – 112,189 miles
  • 2019 – 110,604 miles
  • 2018 – 107,344 miles
  • 2017 – 104,410 miles
  • 2016 – 102,852 miles
  • 2015 – 102,633 miles
  • 2014 – 101,389 miles
  • 2013 – 100,765 miles
  • 2012 – 100,019 miles
  • 2011 – 99,672 miles
  • 2010 – 98,515 miles
  • 2009 – 97,546 miles
  • 2008 – 96,328 miles
  • 2007 – 94,584 miles
  • 2006 – 91,692 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,609 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,609 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    150,609 miles
    Test number
    298377255381
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail150,609 miles (+5,420)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,609 miles
    Test number
    957797197595
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass145,189 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    145,189 miles
    Test number
    591900537221
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges On Limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges On Limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside + Suspension Age Related Corrosion

  4. Fail145,189 miles (+4,471)3 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,189 miles
    Test number
    496387394973
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges On Limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges On Limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside + Suspension Age Related Corrosion

  5. Pass140,718 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    140,718 miles
    Test number
    994437746203
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge On Limit + 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail140,718 miles (+8,768)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,718 miles
    Test number
    286423050770
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge On Limit + 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass131,950 miles (+13,535)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    131,950 miles
    Test number
    633419142724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass118,415 miles (+6,226)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    118,415 miles
    Test number
    902303268058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass112,189 miles (+1,585)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    112,189 miles
    Test number
    373386911450
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass110,604 miles (+3,260)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    110,604 miles
    Test number
    411528834059
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass107,344 miles (+2,934)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    107,344 miles
    Test number
    979649227007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass104,410 miles (+1,558)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    104,410 miles
    Test number
    670294796266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  13. Pass102,852 miles (+219)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    102,852 miles
    Test number
    661580850128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,633 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    102,633 miles
    Test number
    525151125159
    • NoteSuspension components corroded

  15. Fail102,631 miles (+1,242)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,631 miles
    Test number
    826751325173
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSuspension components corroded

  16. Pass101,389 miles (+624)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    101,389 miles
    Test number
    438779114118
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteGrease covers front metal brake pipes
    • NotePitting to all metal brake discs.

  17. Pass100,765 miles (+746)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    100,765 miles
    Test number
    687590023143
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass100,019 miles (+347)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    100,019 miles
    Test number
    918755992047
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteCorrosion to rear metal brake pipes
    • NoteFront disc pads getting low
    • NotePitting to front brake disc's
    • NotePitting to rear brake disc's

  19. Pass99,672 miles (+1,157)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    99,672 miles
    Test number
    268936851026
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass98,515 miles (+969)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    98,515 miles
    Test number
    251116350073
    • NoteSurface rust on exhaust

  21. Pass97,546 miles (+1,218)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    97,546 miles
    Test number
    323887659090
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSurface rust on exhaust

  22. Pass96,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    96,328 miles
    Test number
    560483168043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail96,328 miles (+1,744)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,328 miles
    Test number
    172079558082
    • FailureNearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass94,584 miles (+2,892)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    94,584 miles
    Test number
    551988657084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass91,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    91,692 miles
    Test number
    231095056010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T293 KOA

Does T293 KOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T293 KOA is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T293 KOA?
The MOT on T293 KOA is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T293 KOA done?
T293 KOA was recorded at 150,609 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 2,892 miles a year.
Has T293 KOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T293 KOA has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T293 KOA 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 T293 KOA find?
T293 KOA passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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