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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T324 ALJMOT history

T324 ALJ is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 93,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
93,268 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T324 ALJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T324 ALJ was last recorded at 93,268 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,268 miles · 20 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,268 miles
  • 2025 – 85,939 miles
  • 2024 – 79,760 miles
  • 2023 – 75,972 miles
  • 2022 – 72,125 miles
  • 2021 – 70,925 miles
  • 2020 – 70,045 miles
  • 2019 – 69,106 miles
  • 2018 – 68,462 miles
  • 2017 – 67,764 miles
  • 2016 – 63,144 miles
  • 2015 – 62,870 miles
  • 2014 – 60,386 miles
  • 2013 – 53,148 miles
  • 2012 – 52,957 miles
  • 2011 – 52,296 miles
  • 2010 – 49,690 miles
  • 2009 – 42,908 miles
  • 2008 – 37,605 miles
  • 2007 – 37,319 miles
  • 2006 – 35,452 miles
  • 2005 – 34,352 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,268 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both of (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded All pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,268 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    93,268 miles
    Test number
    582839517172
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both of (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail93,268 miles (+7,329)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,268 miles
    Test number
    705176420145
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/50/15 86V (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both of (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass85,939 miles (+6,179)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    85,939 miles
    Test number
    704245010661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,760 miles (+3,788)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    79,760 miles
    Test number
    388829439512
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass75,972 miles (+3,847)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    75,972 miles
    Test number
    354985336251
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  6. Pass72,125 miles (+1,200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    72,125 miles
    Test number
    120882914148
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  7. Pass70,925 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    70,925 miles
    Test number
    289084655069
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  8. Fail70,918 miles (+873)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,918 miles
    Test number
    457611214098
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases between rear box and centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  9. Pass70,045 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    70,045 miles
    Test number
    113160095428
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  10. Fail70,039 miles (+933)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,039 miles
    Test number
    728515357061
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  11. Pass69,106 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,106 miles
    Test number
    680530360964
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded All pipes (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  12. Fail69,098 miles (+636)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,098 miles
    Test number
    157212974631
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded All pipes (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  13. Pass68,462 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    68,462 miles
    Test number
    527535980626
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  14. Fail68,462 miles (+698)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,462 miles
    Test number
    924731367882
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  15. Pass67,764 miles (+4,620)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    67,764 miles
    Test number
    642314911908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,144 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    63,144 miles
    Test number
    451499232353
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail63,144 miles (+274)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,144 miles
    Test number
    321077902759
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass62,870 miles (+2,484)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    62,870 miles
    Test number
    586308028743
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass60,386 miles (+7,238)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    60,386 miles
    Test number
    676944144315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,148 miles (+191)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    53,148 miles
    Test number
    886880633385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,957 miles (+661)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    52,957 miles
    Test number
    165592742340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,296 miles (+2,606)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    52,296 miles
    Test number
    706220041309
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass49,690 miles (+6,782)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    49,690 miles
    Test number
    423357830445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,908 miles (+5,303)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    42,908 miles
    Test number
    453374239473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,605 miles (+286)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    37,605 miles
    Test number
    363533448308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass37,319 miles (+1,867)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    37,319 miles
    Test number
    994288637325
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  27. Pass35,452 miles (+1,100)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    35,452 miles
    Test number
    271268426336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    34,352 miles
    Test number
    463735735348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T324 ALJ

Does T324 ALJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T324 ALJ is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T324 ALJ?
The MOT on T324 ALJ is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T324 ALJ done?
T324 ALJ was recorded at 93,268 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 2,855 miles a year.
Has T324 ALJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T324 ALJ has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T324 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 T324 ALJ find?
T324 ALJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both of.

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