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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T36 RWKMOT history

T36 RWK is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 6 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 107,774 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
107,774 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,127 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T36 RWK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T36 RWK was last recorded at 107,774 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 798 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,976 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
798 miles
Average per year
3,127 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,774 miles
  • 2025 – 106,976 miles
  • 2024 – 106,178 miles
  • 2023 – 105,600 miles
  • 2022 – 105,092 miles
  • 2021 – 104,279 miles
  • 2020 – 103,329 miles
  • 2019 – 102,254 miles
  • 2018 – 101,150 miles
  • 2017 – 100,122 miles
  • 2016 – 97,670 miles
  • 2015 – 95,312 miles
  • 2014 – 93,608 miles
  • 2013 – 91,721 miles
  • 2012 – 90,259 miles
  • 2011 – 88,272 miles
  • 2010 – 85,550 miles
  • 2009 – 81,913 miles
  • 2008 – 69,549 miles
  • 2007 – 57,696 miles
  • 2006 – 46,332 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,774 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Fluid leak, but not excessive slight coolant leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion on suspension components

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 Exhaust flange corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Central And rear exhaust flange and box coroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass107,774 miles (+798)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    107,774 miles
    Test number
    422565987442
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Fluid leak, but not excessive slight coolant leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion on suspension components

  2. Pass106,976 miles (+798)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    106,976 miles
    Test number
    188897483176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre is incorrectly fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass106,178 miles (+578)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    106,178 miles
    Test number
    679031888169
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened AJJ (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass105,600 miles (+508)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    105,600 miles
    Test number
    202464553058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass105,092 miles (+813)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    105,092 miles
    Test number
    600491851525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass104,279 miles (+950)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    104,279 miles
    Test number
    928061432368
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Sill area surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust flange corroded

  7. Pass103,329 miles (+1,075)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,329 miles
    Test number
    484293097024
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area slight surface corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass102,254 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    102,254 miles
    Test number
    914988877029
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange corroded

  9. Fail102,254 miles (+1,104)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,254 miles
    Test number
    181246864420
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange corroded

  10. Pass101,150 miles (+1,028)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    101,150 miles
    Test number
    621571603652
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear and centre section corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass100,122 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    100,122 miles
    Test number
    754670833443
    • AdvisoryCentral And rear exhaust flange and box coroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Fail100,122 miles (+2,452)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,122 miles
    Test number
    110842937825
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentral And rear exhaust flange and box coroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Pass97,670 miles (+2,358)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    97,670 miles
    Test number
    418484873973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass95,312 miles (+1,704)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    95,312 miles
    Test number
    157836105060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass93,608 miles (+1,887)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    93,608 miles
    Test number
    286272304080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass91,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    91,721 miles
    Test number
    925120413072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail91,721 miles (+1,462)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,721 miles
    Test number
    577180013013
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass90,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    90,259 miles
    Test number
    687476702041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail90,259 miles (+1,987)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,259 miles
    Test number
    758234402054
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass88,272 miles (+2,722)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    88,272 miles
    Test number
    765477901015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass85,550 miles (+3,637)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    85,550 miles
    Test number
    880080420011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass81,913 miles (+12,364)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    81,913 miles
    Test number
    692544159126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass69,549 miles (+11,853)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    69,549 miles
    Test number
    713959248103
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass57,696 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    57,696 miles
    Test number
    531180437165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail57,696 miles (+11,364)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,696 miles
    Test number
    623760437109
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  26. Pass46,332 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    46,332 miles
    Test number
    121703346173
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront no. plate deterioated

Questions about T36 RWK

Does T36 RWK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T36 RWK is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T36 RWK?
The MOT on T36 RWK is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T36 RWK done?
T36 RWK was recorded at 107,774 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 3,127 miles a year.
Has T36 RWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T36 RWK has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on T36 RWK 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 T36 RWK find?
T36 RWK passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: central front fluid leak, but not excessive slight coolant leak from engine; oil leak, but not excessive; underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion on suspension components.

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