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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T35 KCLMOT history

T35 KCL is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 77,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2026
Mileage
77,759 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,590 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T35 KCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T35 KCL was last recorded at 77,759 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 151 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,608 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
151 miles
Average per year
1,590 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,759 miles
  • 2025 – 77,608 miles
  • 2024 – 77,492 miles
  • 2023 – 77,321 miles
  • 2022 – 77,058 miles
  • 2021 – 76,763 miles
  • 2020 – 76,364 miles
  • 2019 – 76,041 miles
  • 2018 – 75,029 miles
  • 2017 – 74,541 miles
  • 2016 – 73,611 miles
  • 2015 – 71,840 miles
  • 2014 – 71,416 miles
  • 2013 – 70,830 miles
  • 2012 – 69,967 miles
  • 2011 – 69,035 miles
  • 2010 – 62,826 miles
  • 2009 – 58,013 miles
  • 2008 – 54,180 miles
  • 2007 – 49,899 miles
  • 2006 – 45,075 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail77,759 miles
  • MajorCentral Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder body covered in underseal.

What MOT failures 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.

  • Under vehicle covered in underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear tyre perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail77,759 miles (+151)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,759 miles
    Test number
    905815836874
    • MajorCentral Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covered in underseal.

  2. Pass77,608 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    77,608 miles
    Test number
    602899202608
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covered in underseal

  3. Fail77,599 miles (+107)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,599 miles
    Test number
    763582452259
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covered in underseal

  4. Pass77,492 miles (+171)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    77,492 miles
    Test number
    233764136087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass77,321 miles (+263)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    77,321 miles
    Test number
    526539046154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass77,058 miles (+295)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    77,058 miles
    Test number
    113043914316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass76,763 miles (+399)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    76,763 miles
    Test number
    631117471812
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass76,364 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    76,364 miles
    Test number
    478013711123
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail76,364 miles (+323)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,364 miles
    Test number
    386490246581
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass76,041 miles (+1,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,041 miles
    Test number
    633004197249
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass75,029 miles (+488)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    75,029 miles
    Test number
    811583404040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to both outer body sills
    • AdvisorySmall area of damage to windscreen in zone B less than 40mm
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components have light surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryVehicle has light surface corrosion to under body

  12. Pass74,541 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    74,541 miles
    Test number
    668250434280
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear lower suspension arms painted
    • AdvisoryFront sub-frame painted
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame painted

  13. Fail74,541 miles (+930)2 failures14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,541 miles
    Test number
    342158771275
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion outer sill (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inside pad both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake caliper binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear lower suspension arms painted
    • AdvisoryFront sub-frame painted
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame painted

  14. Pass73,611 miles (+1,771)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    73,611 miles
    Test number
    291840778439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,840 miles (+424)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    71,840 miles
    Test number
    877266155070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,416 miles (+586)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    71,416 miles
    Test number
    206234164080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,830 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    70,830 miles
    Test number
    458364063050
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail70,830 miles (+863)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,830 miles
    Test number
    938594163046
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass69,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    69,967 miles
    Test number
    828635852067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail69,967 miles (+932)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,967 miles
    Test number
    988875852000
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass69,035 miles (+6,209)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    69,035 miles
    Test number
    157605371407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,826 miles (+4,813)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    62,826 miles
    Test number
    244350760045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,013 miles (+3,833)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    58,013 miles
    Test number
    291007159000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,180 miles (+4,281)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    54,180 miles
    Test number
    361371058077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass49,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    49,899 miles
    Test number
    890584557087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail49,897 miles (+4,822)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,897 miles
    Test number
    610314357022
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  27. Pass45,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    45,075 miles
    Test number
    653670366011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T35 KCL

Does T35 KCL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T35 KCL expired on 22 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T35 KCL?
The MOT on T35 KCL expired on 22 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T35 KCL done?
T35 KCL was recorded at 77,759 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 1,590 miles a year.
Has T35 KCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T35 KCL has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T35 KCL 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 T35 KCL find?
T35 KCL failed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: central front oil leaking excessively from engine; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat, and 3 more.

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