
Mazda MX-5
Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc
T425 MVWMOT history
T425 MVW is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 21 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 37 MOT tests, with 88,736 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 5 Nov 2026
- Mileage
- 88,736 mi
- At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
- MOT tests
- 37
- 20 passed · 17 failed
- Per year
- 2,912 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T425 MVW
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mazda
- Model
- MX-5
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,840 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 21 Apr 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 6 Nov 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
T425 MVW was last recorded at 88,736 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 88,735 miles · 24 Sept 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1 miles
- Average per year
- 2,912 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 88,736 miles
- 2024 – 88,315 miles
- 2023 – 87,924 miles
- 2022 – 87,208 miles
- 2021 – 85,154 miles
- 2020 – 83,862 miles
- 2019 – 81,882 miles
- 2018 – 80,315 miles
- 2017 – 75,859 miles
- 2016 – 74,748 miles
- 2015 – 71,571 miles
- 2014 – 66,085 miles
- 2013 – 62,543 miles
- 2012 – 58,904 miles
- 2011 – 54,912 miles
- 2009 – 53,742 miles
- 2008 – 47,388 miles
- 2007 – 41,010 miles
- 2006 – 33,843 miles
- 2005 – 29,810 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryVarious body and suspension corrosion, none structural or excessive
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.
Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive
Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive
Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Failure4 MOTs, 2014–2017
Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule
Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023
Full MOT history
37 tests since 11 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass88,736 miles (+1)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2026
- Odometer
- 88,736 miles
- Test number
- 145846041144
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryVarious body and suspension corrosion, none structural or excessive
Fail88,735 miles (+420)1 dangerous3 major1 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 88,735 miles
- Test number
- 612933280677
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryIdle emissions aborted idle to high
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryVarious front and rear subframe and suspension components corroding.
Pass88,315 miles1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Sept 2025
- Odometer
- 88,315 miles
- Test number
- 867642363537
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All four brake hoses have corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral rear view mirror detached
- AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Various suspension components have surface corrosion none deemed seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail88,315 miles (+391)1 dangerous10 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 88,315 miles
- Test number
- 302572243240
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high Test aborted (8.2.1.2 (e))
- MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam Both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam Both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- MajorPosition lamp not working All (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral None obligator mirror detached
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryVarious front and rear subframe and suspension components corroding
Pass87,924 miles9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 87,924 miles
- Test number
- 240531437588
- AdvisoryFront General corrosion to front subframe, suspension components and chassis legs
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryPark brake effort poor NS
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear flexi pipes perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Rear suspension arms and subframe all corroded-none excess
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Fail87,924 miles (+716)2 major2 repaired9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,924 miles
- Test number
- 847990513411
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Lower chassis rail holed x2 by corrosion-within 30cm of subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- 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))
- AdvisoryFront General corrosion to front subframe, suspension components and chassis legs
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryPark brake effort poor NS
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear flexi pipes perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Rear suspension arms and subframe all corroded-none excess
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass87,208 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2023
- Odometer
- 87,208 miles
- Test number
- 856928319166
- AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Various suspension components corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Various suspension components corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail87,207 miles (+2,053)1 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,207 miles
- Test number
- 891985823128
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Various suspension components corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Various suspension components corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass85,154 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2022
- Odometer
- 85,154 miles
- Test number
- 545373345821
- AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroding
Fail85,154 miles (+1,292)4 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 85,154 miles
- Test number
- 152876375228
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroding
Pass83,862 miles11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Aug 2021
- Odometer
- 83,862 miles
- Test number
- 383275581688
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryUnderside/suspension components/sub frames all corroded-none excessive
Fail83,862 miles (+1,980)1 major19 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 83,862 miles
- Test number
- 179444242980
- MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryUnderside/suspension components/sub frames all corroded-none excessive
Pass81,882 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2020
- Odometer
- 81,882 miles
- Test number
- 270266415951
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre showing signs of age
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also showing signs of age (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryVarious steering and suspension components corroding
Fail81,882 miles (+1,567)5 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 81,882 miles
- Test number
- 564521657997
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid Caliper (1.1.16 (b) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre showing signs of age
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also showing signs of age (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryVarious steering and suspension components corroding
Pass80,315 miles (+4,456)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 80,315 miles
- Test number
- 206095283285
- AdvisoryFront and rear subframes corroding.
- AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroding.
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass75,859 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 75,859 miles
- Test number
- 857006304171
No defects or advisories recorded.
FailMileage not read7 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 532357143940
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)
Pass74,748 miles (+30)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 74,748 miles
- Test number
- 231071091079
- AdvisoryBoth subframes and all suspension arms
- AdvisoryNearside front and offside rear tyres very badly perished
- AdvisoryRear sills coroded
Fail74,718 miles (+3,147)6 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 74,718 miles
- Test number
- 851669536393
- FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear + across rear subframe (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryBoth subframes and all suspension arms
- AdvisoryNearside front and offside rear tyres very badly perished
- AdvisoryRear sills coroded
Pass71,571 miles (+9)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 71,571 miles
- Test number
- 439762985117
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail71,562 miles (+5,477)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,562 miles
- Test number
- 296371885128
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Pass66,085 miles (+11)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 May 2015
- Odometer
- 66,085 miles
- Test number
- 269627224437
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
Fail66,074 miles (+3,531)3 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,074 miles
- Test number
- 646872024164
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
Pass62,543 miles (+315)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 May 2014
- Odometer
- 62,543 miles
- Test number
- 755590723148
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
Fail62,228 miles (+3,324)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,228 miles
- Test number
- 726685213138
- FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
Pass58,904 miles (+3,992)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 May 2013
- Odometer
- 58,904 miles
- Test number
- 696305512137
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
Pass54,912 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 May 2012
- Odometer
- 54,912 miles
- Test number
- 567787921110
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail54,911 miles (+1,169)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 54,911 miles
- Test number
- 635647221134
- FailureFront Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
Pass53,742 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2010
- Odometer
- 53,742 miles
- Test number
- 361657759353
- NoteInterior
Fail53,742 miles (+6,354)1 repaired1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 53,742 miles
- Test number
- 421767759484
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- NoteInterior
Pass47,388 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Dec 2009
- Odometer
- 47,388 miles
- Test number
- 523742058301
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail47,387 miles (+6,377)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 47,387 miles
- Test number
- 223112758340
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Fail41,010 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 41,010 miles
- Test number
- 172214257366
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass41,010 miles (+7,167)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Dec 2008
- Odometer
- 41,010 miles
- Test number
- 314224857314
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass33,843 miles (+4,033)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2007
- Odometer
- 33,843 miles
- Test number
- 324221586191
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail29,810 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 29,810 miles
- Test number
- 734163225241
- Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Pass29,810 miles
- MOT expiry
- 10 Aug 2006
- Odometer
- 29,810 miles
- Test number
- 743073025274
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T425 MVW
- Does T425 MVW currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T425 MVW is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
- When is the MOT due on T425 MVW?
- The MOT on T425 MVW is valid until 5 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T425 MVW done?
- T425 MVW was recorded at 88,736 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 2,912 miles a year.
- Has T425 MVW ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T425 MVW has failed 17 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2025.
- Has the mileage on T425 MVW 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 T425 MVW find?
- T425 MVW passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; various body and suspension corrosion, none structural or excessive.
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