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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T361 SCGMOT history

T361 SCG is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 99,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Sept 2025
Mileage
99,280 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,182 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T361 SCG
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
29 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T361 SCG was last recorded at 99,280 miles on 12 Sept 2024, 8,600 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,680 miles · 8 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
8,600 miles
Average per year
3,182 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 99,280 miles
  • 2023 – 90,680 miles
  • 2022 – 88,896 miles
  • 2021 – 86,787 miles
  • 2020 – 79,511 miles
  • 2019 – 73,280 miles
  • 2018 – 72,152 miles
  • 2017 – 69,968 miles
  • 2016 – 67,709 miles
  • 2015 – 64,337 miles
  • 2014 – 59,619 miles
  • 2013 – 59,289 miles
  • 2012 – 58,860 miles
  • 2011 – 57,563 miles
  • 2010 – 55,254 miles
  • 2009 – 52,876 miles
  • 2008 – 49,072 miles
  • 2007 – 44,414 miles
  • 2006 – 41,028 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,280 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth front suspension arms corroded ,but structurally sound.
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Arms Upper & Lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Arms Upper & Lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Outer sill has corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass99,280 miles (+8,600)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    99,280 miles
    Test number
    210911086367
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension arms corroded ,but structurally sound.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass90,680 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    90,680 miles
    Test number
    985380088825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail90,656 miles (+1,760)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,656 miles
    Test number
    824482792471
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass88,896 miles (+2,109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    88,896 miles
    Test number
    217594193302
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass86,787 miles (+7,276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    86,787 miles
    Test number
    593665598842
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass79,511 miles (+6,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    79,511 miles
    Test number
    533512543289
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass73,280 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    73,280 miles
    Test number
    743353107852
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Arms Upper & Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Arms Upper & Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail73,277 miles (+1,125)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,277 miles
    Test number
    179128399449
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Arms Upper & Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Arms Upper & Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass72,152 miles (+2,184)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    72,152 miles
    Test number
    446151177464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished slightly
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres close to limit on edges
    • AdvisoryHead lights slightly dim need polish
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion all suspension arms
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion both outer sill ends

  10. Pass69,968 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    69,968 miles
    Test number
    938750790651
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill has corrosion
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have slight corrosion

  11. Fail69,968 miles (+2,259)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,968 miles
    Test number
    367663043079
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill has corrosion
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have slight corrosion

  12. Pass67,709 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    67,709 miles
    Test number
    108928798589
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill is corroded

  13. Fail67,709 miles (+3,372)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,709 miles
    Test number
    858528566975
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill is corroded

  14. Pass64,337 miles (+4,718)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    64,337 miles
    Test number
    858730915244
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass59,619 miles (+330)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    59,619 miles
    Test number
    976298714225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  16. Pass59,289 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    59,289 miles
    Test number
    709833113245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  17. Fail59,270 miles (+410)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,270 miles
    Test number
    359261413248
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  18. Pass58,860 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    58,860 miles
    Test number
    599423422237
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail58,860 miles (+1,297)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,860 miles
    Test number
    869643522265
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass57,563 miles (+2,309)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    57,563 miles
    Test number
    107062551115
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front and rear number plates slightly deteriorated

  21. Pass55,254 miles (+2,378)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    55,254 miles
    Test number
    921393770111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,876 miles (+3,804)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    52,876 miles
    Test number
    292360249159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,072 miles (+4,658)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    49,072 miles
    Test number
    204393748480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,414 miles (+3,386)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,414 miles
    Test number
    411735847149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,028 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    41,028 miles
    Test number
    270183546112
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly corroded on inner surface
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low

Questions about T361 SCG

Does T361 SCG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T361 SCG expired on 11 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T361 SCG?
The MOT on T361 SCG expired on 11 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T361 SCG done?
T361 SCG was recorded at 99,280 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2024, an average of 3,182 miles a year.
Has T361 SCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T361 SCG has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T361 SCG 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 T361 SCG find?
T361 SCG passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2024 with 5 advisories: both front suspension arms corroded ,but structurally sound.; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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