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Mazda MX-5

Pink · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T325 ALJMOT history

T325 ALJ is a pink petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 103,198 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
103,198 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,283 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T325 ALJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Pink
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T325 ALJ was last recorded at 103,198 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,196 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,283 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,198 miles
  • 2025 – 103,196 miles
  • 2024 – 100,266 miles
  • 2022 – 96,932 miles
  • 2021 – 93,412 miles
  • 2020 – 91,879 miles
  • 2019 – 89,775 miles
  • 2018 – 85,875 miles
  • 2017 – 80,203 miles
  • 2016 – 72,649 miles
  • 2015 – 68,111 miles
  • 2014 – 63,248 miles
  • 2013 – 58,022 miles
  • 2012 – 53,075 miles
  • 2011 – 51,527 miles
  • 2010 – 48,949 miles
  • 2009 – 46,081 miles
  • 2008 – 42,673 miles
  • 2007 – 39,730 miles
  • 2006 – 39,574 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,198 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,198 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    103,198 miles
    Test number
    441173199452
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail103,198 miles (+2)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,198 miles
    Test number
    340851209060
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Both sides (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail103,196 miles (+2,930)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,196 miles
    Test number
    399953856588
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Repair patches welded in multiple areas (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All upper/lower arms front/rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres worn inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass100,266 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    100,266 miles
    Test number
    120981493498
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail100,265 miles (+25)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,265 miles
    Test number
    407689297688
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases At rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail100,240 miles (+3,308)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,240 miles
    Test number
    400847122154
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner and outer sills both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass96,932 miles (+3,520)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    96,932 miles
    Test number
    949983936378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,412 miles (+1,533)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    93,412 miles
    Test number
    387087456747
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass91,879 miles (+2,104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    91,879 miles
    Test number
    323599284272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass89,775 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    89,775 miles
    Test number
    916358063975
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail89,768 miles (+3,893)1 dangerous5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,768 miles
    Test number
    474786268682
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass85,875 miles (+5,672)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    85,875 miles
    Test number
    574992565664
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass80,203 miles (+226)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    80,203 miles
    Test number
    553293653629
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Fail79,977 miles (+7,328)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,977 miles
    Test number
    626199865262
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass72,649 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    72,649 miles
    Test number
    336785803382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail72,649 miles (+4,538)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,649 miles
    Test number
    520773354422
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass68,111 miles (+4,863)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    68,111 miles
    Test number
    188596855142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,248 miles (+5,226)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    63,248 miles
    Test number
    709477174116
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber slightly worn
    • NoteEngine under tray loose

  19. Pass58,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    58,022 miles
    Test number
    249966573496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail58,022 miles (+4,947)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,022 miles
    Test number
    169646273141
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass53,075 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    53,075 miles
    Test number
    255114882110
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail53,069 miles (+1,542)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,069 miles
    Test number
    136731282195
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass51,527 miles (+2,578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    51,527 miles
    Test number
    215947681454
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass48,949 miles (+2,868)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    48,949 miles
    Test number
    600279380166
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass46,081 miles (+3,408)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    46,081 miles
    Test number
    491270989159
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to crack
    • NoteShallow cut nearside front tyre sidewall

  26. Pass42,673 miles (+2,943)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    42,673 miles
    Test number
    951058678168
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteShallow cut nearside front tyre sidewall

  27. Pass39,730 miles (+156)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    39,730 miles
    Test number
    660160627107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail39,574 miles5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,574 miles
    Test number
    812324886299
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T325 ALJ

Does T325 ALJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T325 ALJ is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T325 ALJ?
The MOT on T325 ALJ is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T325 ALJ done?
T325 ALJ was recorded at 103,198 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 3,283 miles a year.
Has T325 ALJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T325 ALJ has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T325 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 T325 ALJ find?
T325 ALJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear.

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