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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T404 LAOMOT history

T404 LAO is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 90,624 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
90,624 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,989 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T404 LAO
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
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T404 LAO was last recorded at 90,624 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 3,356 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,268 miles · 30 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,356 miles
Average per year
2,989 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,624 miles
  • 2025 – 87,268 miles
  • 2024 – 86,031 miles
  • 2023 – 83,038 miles
  • 2022 – 79,414 miles
  • 2021 – 76,558 miles
  • 2020 – 73,730 miles
  • 2019 – 72,411 miles
  • 2018 – 69,785 miles
  • 2017 – 64,275 miles
  • 2016 – 53,142 miles
  • 2015 – 50,155 miles
  • 2014 – 49,508 miles
  • 2013 – 47,143 miles
  • 2012 – 46,567 miles
  • 2010 – 44,030 miles
  • 2009 – 41,770 miles
  • 2007 – 34,873 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,624 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • UNDER BODY CORROSION

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine malfunction lamp (MIL) does not illuminate when the ignition is switched on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,624 miles (+3,356)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    90,624 miles
    Test number
    759046839193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass87,268 miles (+1,237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    87,268 miles
    Test number
    718132384250
    • AdvisoryFRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION RUSTY

  3. Pass86,031 miles (+2,993)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    86,031 miles
    Test number
    516873165545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass83,038 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    83,038 miles
    Test number
    162473397529
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail83,036 miles (+3,622)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,036 miles
    Test number
    199087155209
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass79,414 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    79,414 miles
    Test number
    418300377935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryUNDER BODY CORROSION

  7. Fail79,413 miles (+2,855)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,413 miles
    Test number
    805920561600
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced FLOOR (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced FLOOR (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryUNDER BODY CORROSION

  8. Pass76,558 miles (+2,828)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    76,558 miles
    Test number
    123239171467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,730 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    73,730 miles
    Test number
    662595561764
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction lamp (MIL) does not illuminate when the ignition is switched on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Fail73,720 miles (+1,309)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,720 miles
    Test number
    528257425273
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction lamp (MIL) does not illuminate when the ignition is switched on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass72,411 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    72,411 miles
    Test number
    299586812518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail72,411 miles (+2,626)2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,411 miles
    Test number
    722105596014
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass69,785 miles (+5,510)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    69,785 miles
    Test number
    385571653739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    64,275 miles
    Test number
    325675991610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail64,275 miles (+11,133)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,275 miles
    Test number
    211352915797
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  16. Pass53,142 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    53,142 miles
    Test number
    667975574149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail53,142 miles (+2,987)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,142 miles
    Test number
    470372335837
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass50,155 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    50,155 miles
    Test number
    835826655165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail50,155 miles (+647)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,155 miles
    Test number
    787936455116
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass49,508 miles (+2,365)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    49,508 miles
    Test number
    449193764162
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass47,143 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    47,143 miles
    Test number
    265727253140
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  22. Fail47,143 miles (+576)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,143 miles
    Test number
    465960543109
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailurePassenger's airbag missing (5.4.1)

  23. Pass46,567 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    46,567 miles
    Test number
    808613042174
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail46,566 miles (+2,536)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,566 miles
    Test number
    128333542113
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass44,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    44,030 miles
    Test number
    821422750281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail44,030 miles (+2,260)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,030 miles
    Test number
    213380050262
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass41,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,770 miles
    Test number
    874294259282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail41,770 miles (+6,897)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,770 miles
    Test number
    870922959270
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass34,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    34,873 miles
    Test number
    213302087224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T404 LAO

Does T404 LAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T404 LAO is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T404 LAO?
The MOT on T404 LAO is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T404 LAO done?
T404 LAO was recorded at 90,624 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 2,989 miles a year.
Has T404 LAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T404 LAO has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T404 LAO 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 T404 LAO find?
T404 LAO passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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