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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T42 KCLMOT history

T42 KCL is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 78,546 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
78,546 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,655 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T42 KCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T42 KCL was last recorded at 78,546 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,546 miles · 20 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,655 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,546 miles
  • 2024 – 78,434 miles
  • 2023 – 78,351 miles
  • 2022 – 77,867 miles
  • 2020 – 77,339 miles
  • 2019 – 77,147 miles
  • 2018 – 76,707 miles
  • 2017 – 75,548 miles
  • 2016 – 74,999 miles
  • 2014 – 72,517 miles
  • 2013 – 70,877 miles
  • 2012 – 66,628 miles
  • 2011 – 59,520 miles
  • 2010 – 55,760 miles
  • 2009 – 53,385 miles
  • 2008 – 51,377 miles
  • 2007 – 46,445 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,546 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded weakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,546 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    78,546 miles
    Test number
    339152419285
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail78,546 miles (+112)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,546 miles
    Test number
    255602069410
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill end holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass78,434 miles (+83)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    78,434 miles
    Test number
    731173841605
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower wing rusty/weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass78,351 miles (+484)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    78,351 miles
    Test number
    415430908587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front lower wing rusty
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass77,867 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    77,867 miles
    Test number
    573192072853
    • AdvisoryFront Lower wings rusty/weak

  6. Fail77,867 miles (+528)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,867 miles
    Test number
    151195566335
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower wings rusty/weak

  7. Pass77,339 miles (+192)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    77,339 miles
    Test number
    740037394168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,147 miles (+440)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    77,147 miles
    Test number
    590440038346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,707 miles (+1,159)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    76,707 miles
    Test number
    739515759081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass75,548 miles (+549)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    75,548 miles
    Test number
    207917740025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  11. Pass74,999 miles (+2,482)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    74,999 miles
    Test number
    816520145415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,517 miles (+1,640)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    72,517 miles
    Test number
    147410484016
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass70,877 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    70,877 miles
    Test number
    609721083059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Fail70,877 miles (+4,249)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,877 miles
    Test number
    696961183056
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass66,628 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,628 miles
    Test number
    539286182097
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  16. Fail66,628 miles (+7,108)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,628 miles
    Test number
    336606082039
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass59,520 miles (+141)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    59,520 miles
    Test number
    488678581069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail59,379 miles (+3,619)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,379 miles
    Test number
    129545071475
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  19. Pass55,760 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    55,760 miles
    Test number
    960365670040
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteThe n/s/f brake is binding slightly

  20. Fail55,760 miles (+2,375)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,760 miles
    Test number
    242055770095
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteThe n/s/f brake is binding slightly

  21. Pass53,385 miles (+2,008)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    53,385 miles
    Test number
    120460979073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,377 miles (+4,932)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    51,377 miles
    Test number
    150398278412
    • NoteThe o/s sill is slightly corroded

  23. Pass46,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    46,445 miles
    Test number
    961081567007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T42 KCL

Does T42 KCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T42 KCL is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T42 KCL?
The MOT on T42 KCL is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T42 KCL done?
T42 KCL was recorded at 78,546 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 1,655 miles a year.
Has T42 KCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T42 KCL has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T42 KCL 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 T42 KCL find?
T42 KCL passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front wing corroded weak; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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