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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T428 KNFMOT history

T428 KNF is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 94,879 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
94,879 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,731 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T428 KNF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T428 KNF was last recorded at 94,879 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 2,997 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Jun 2009: 69,598 miles, lower than 69,957 miles on 12 Jun 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
91,882 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,997 miles
Average per year
1,731 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,879 miles
  • 2024 – 91,882 miles
  • 2023 – 90,187 miles
  • 2022 – 88,854 miles
  • 2021 – 88,469 miles
  • 2020 – 87,987 miles
  • 2019 – 87,482 miles
  • 2018 – 86,743 miles
  • 2017 – 85,737 miles
  • 2016 – 84,820 miles
  • 2015 – 83,916 miles
  • 2014 – 82,058 miles
  • 2013 – 80,534 miles
  • 2012 – 79,601 miles
  • 2011 – 75,333 miles
  • 2010 – 72,380 miles
  • 2009 – 69,598 miles
  • 2008 – 67,489 miles
  • 2007 – 65,646 miles
  • 2006 – 61,202 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,879 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

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 (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Both floors, under sills, outer sills and inner flitches slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass94,879 miles (+2,997)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    94,879 miles
    Test number
    556263104585
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass91,882 miles (+1,695)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    91,882 miles
    Test number
    353571934462
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,187 miles (+1,333)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    90,187 miles
    Test number
    414589305485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass88,854 miles (+385)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    88,854 miles
    Test number
    261322880077
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass88,469 miles (+482)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    88,469 miles
    Test number
    590533424959
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass87,987 miles (+505)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,987 miles
    Test number
    690104669184
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively discs slightly worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively discs slightly worn & corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced front and rear suspension slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass87,482 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    87,482 miles
    Test number
    145705618720
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth floors, under sills, outer sills and inner flitches slightly corroded

  8. Fail87,463 miles (+720)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,463 miles
    Test number
    525476721454
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding both front (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth floors, under sills, outer sills and inner flitches slightly corroded

  9. Pass86,743 miles (+1,006)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    86,743 miles
    Test number
    531146448824
    • AdvisoryBoth sill outer skins corroded
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen

  10. Pass85,737 miles (+917)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    85,737 miles
    Test number
    296147391750
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill outer skins slightly corroded

  11. Pass84,820 miles (+904)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    84,820 miles
    Test number
    270771959023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,916 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,916 miles
    Test number
    307616165119
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass83,916 miles (+1,858)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    83,916 miles
    Test number
    318426865108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    82,058 miles
    Test number
    139512264137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail82,058 miles (+1,524)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,058 miles
    Test number
    439721264118
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass80,534 miles (+933)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    80,534 miles
    Test number
    969039163129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    79,601 miles
    Test number
    945093062123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail79,601 miles (+4,268)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,601 miles
    Test number
    795323862159
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass75,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    75,333 miles
    Test number
    508378261174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail75,333 miles (+2,953)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,333 miles
    Test number
    587178361154
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  21. Pass72,380 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    72,380 miles
    Test number
    910885660137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail72,380 miles (+2,782)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,380 miles
    Test number
    522835260102
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass69,598 miles (-359)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    69,598 miles
    Test number
    203233879410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail69,957 miles (+2,468)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,957 miles
    Test number
    452823769145
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass67,489 miles (+1,843)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    67,489 miles
    Test number
    392385768115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass65,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    65,646 miles
    Test number
    701233477141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail65,646 miles (+4,444)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,646 miles
    Test number
    584393177193
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass61,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    61,202 miles
    Test number
    513554176180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T428 KNF

Does T428 KNF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T428 KNF is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T428 KNF?
The MOT on T428 KNF is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T428 KNF done?
T428 KNF was recorded at 94,879 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 1,731 miles a year.
Has T428 KNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T428 KNF has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on T428 KNF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Jun 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T428 KNF find?
T428 KNF passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; offside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; oil leak, but not excessive.

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