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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T293 RPJMOT history

T293 RPJ is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 13 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 90,316 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
90,316 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,170 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T293 RPJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T293 RPJ was last recorded at 90,316 miles on 19 May 2026, 40 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,276 miles · 12 May 2026
Between the last two tests
40 miles
Average per year
2,170 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,316 miles
  • 2025 – 88,508 miles
  • 2022 – 88,287 miles
  • 2021 – 86,681 miles
  • 2018 – 83,837 miles
  • 2017 – 80,958 miles
  • 2016 – 80,540 miles
  • 2015 – 78,046 miles
  • 2014 – 73,056 miles
  • 2013 – 68,784 miles
  • 2012 – 63,287 miles
  • 2011 – 62,848 miles
  • 2010 – 61,933 miles
  • 2009 – 61,211 miles
  • 2008 – 59,410 miles
  • 2007 – 52,557 miles
  • 2006 – 46,324 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,316 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine & diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Corrosion under side suspension components/floor/exhaust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,316 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    90,316 miles
    Test number
    312489407048
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail90,276 miles (+1,768)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,276 miles
    Test number
    795522320005
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass88,508 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    88,508 miles
    Test number
    452522788087
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine & diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under side suspension components/floor/exhaust

  4. Fail88,506 miles (+219)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,506 miles
    Test number
    841455693113
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine & diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under side suspension components/floor/exhaust

  5. Pass88,287 miles (+1,606)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    88,287 miles
    Test number
    176259987084
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass86,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    86,681 miles
    Test number
    602462142971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail86,679 miles (+2,842)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,679 miles
    Test number
    197725861194
    • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass83,837 miles (+2,879)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    83,837 miles
    Test number
    521911892752
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass80,958 miles (+418)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    80,958 miles
    Test number
    358073809586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,540 miles (+2,494)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    80,540 miles
    Test number
    538302985014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    78,046 miles
    Test number
    443503077867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,046 miles (+4,990)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,046 miles
    Test number
    669096035398
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  13. Pass73,056 miles (+4,272)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    73,056 miles
    Test number
    376932184269
    • NoteBrake hose ferrules slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight corrosion offside front chassis rail
    • NoteSlight damage swept area of windscreen

  14. Pass68,784 miles (+5,497)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    68,784 miles
    Test number
    188236193209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,287 miles (+439)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    63,287 miles
    Test number
    316134182414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,848 miles (+915)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    62,848 miles
    Test number
    617590291239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,933 miles (+722)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    61,933 miles
    Test number
    800823790201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside and offside rear brake discs pitted

  18. Pass61,211 miles (+1,801)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    61,211 miles
    Test number
    624546399293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,410 miles (+2,927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    59,410 miles
    Test number
    414600518430
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass56,483 miles (+3,926)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    56,483 miles
    Test number
    232085938091
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass52,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    52,557 miles
    Test number
    674112337022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail52,557 miles (+6,233)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,557 miles
    Test number
    424201937057
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass46,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    46,324 miles
    Test number
    313049936048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T293 RPJ

Does T293 RPJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T293 RPJ is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T293 RPJ?
The MOT on T293 RPJ is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T293 RPJ done?
T293 RPJ was recorded at 90,316 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 2,170 miles a year.
Has T293 RPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T293 RPJ has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T293 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 T293 RPJ find?
T293 RPJ passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 2 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; oil leak, but not excessive.

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