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Mazda MX-5

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T309 ALJMOT history

T309 ALJ is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2025 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 126,455 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2025
Mileage
126,455 mi
At MOT on 28 Jun 2024
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,609 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T309 ALJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T309 ALJ was last recorded at 126,455 miles on 28 Jun 2024, 4,663 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,792 miles · 26 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
4,663 miles
Average per year
2,609 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 126,455 miles
  • 2022 – 121,792 miles
  • 2020 – 117,117 miles
  • 2019 – 114,497 miles
  • 2018 – 112,309 miles
  • 2017 – 105,215 miles
  • 2013 – 103,322 miles
  • 2012 – 100,708 miles
  • 2011 – 94,982 miles
  • 2010 – 93,475 miles
  • 2009 – 91,671 miles
  • 2008 – 87,379 miles
  • 2007 – 83,943 miles
  • 2006 – 79,589 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,455 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Main beam tell-tale not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,455 miles (+4,663)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    126,455 miles
    Test number
    895147106331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass121,792 miles (+97)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    121,792 miles
    Test number
    933407538336
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail121,695 miles (+4,578)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,695 miles
    Test number
    790471391245
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront power steering cooler pipe very rusy
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass117,117 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    117,117 miles
    Test number
    136523051103
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S & N/S front metal brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under Vehicle surface corrosion throughout and undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo Passenger seat fitted to vehicle

  5. Fail117,104 miles (+2,607)8 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,104 miles
    Test number
    799939599687
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt nearside / offside damaged and twisted (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre nearside / offside flooring (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside / offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre nearside / offside (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to various front and rear suspension components

  6. Pass114,497 miles (+2,188)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    114,497 miles
    Test number
    766679830910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass112,309 miles (+7,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    112,309 miles
    Test number
    494692547105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

  8. Pass105,215 miles (+1,893)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    105,215 miles
    Test number
    375915613042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass103,322 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    103,322 miles
    Test number
    135752623354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail103,320 miles (+2,612)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,320 miles
    Test number
    768346613345
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  11. Pass100,708 miles (+1,835)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    100,708 miles
    Test number
    365743032397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass98,873 miles (+119)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    98,873 miles
    Test number
    277781672467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  13. Fail98,754 miles (+3,772)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,754 miles
    Test number
    658879952140
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass94,982 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    94,982 miles
    Test number
    185690161166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCorossion in rear brake discs
    • NoteO/s wiper blade split on ends
    • NotePower steering pipes corodded

  15. Fail94,949 miles (+1,474)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,949 miles
    Test number
    816420961182
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCorossion in rear brake discs
    • NoteO/s wiper blade split on ends
    • NotePower steering pipes corodded

  16. Fail93,475 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,475 miles
    Test number
    542360900218
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass93,475 miles (+1,804)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    93,475 miles
    Test number
    694760800200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail91,671 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,671 miles
    Test number
    524063209229
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass91,671 miles (+4,292)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    91,671 miles
    Test number
    680053709251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass87,379 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    87,379 miles
    Test number
    124245808219
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear number plate partial deterioration

  21. Fail87,370 miles (+3,427)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,370 miles
    Test number
    950255408244
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear number plate partial deterioration

  22. Pass83,943 miles (+4,354)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    83,943 miles
    Test number
    564084107258
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass79,589 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    79,589 miles
    Test number
    870273796188
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T309 ALJ

Does T309 ALJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T309 ALJ expired on 27 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T309 ALJ?
The MOT on T309 ALJ expired on 27 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T309 ALJ done?
T309 ALJ was recorded at 126,455 miles at its MOT on 28 Jun 2024, an average of 2,609 miles a year.
Has T309 ALJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T309 ALJ has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T309 ALJ 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 T309 ALJ find?
T309 ALJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Jun 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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