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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T42 TEJMOT history

T42 TEJ is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 63,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Dec 2026
Mileage
63,248 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,182 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T42 TEJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T42 TEJ was last recorded at 63,248 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 5,786 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,462 miles · 5 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,786 miles
Average per year
1,182 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 63,248 miles
  • 2024 – 57,462 miles
  • 2023 – 57,454 miles
  • 2022 – 56,749 miles
  • 2021 – 56,700 miles
  • 2020 – 55,921 miles
  • 2019 – 54,441 miles
  • 2018 – 53,609 miles
  • 2017 – 53,079 miles
  • 2016 – 52,184 miles
  • 2015 – 51,525 miles
  • 2014 – 51,324 miles
  • 2013 – 50,601 miles
  • 2012 – 50,154 miles
  • 2011 – 49,179 miles
  • 2010 – 47,820 miles
  • 2009 – 46,446 miles
  • 2008 – 45,529 miles
  • 2007 – 43,085 miles
  • 2006 – 40,056 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,248 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryHeavly undersealed throught

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 arm corroded but not seriously weakened all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Corrosion under body

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,248 miles (+5,786)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    63,248 miles
    Test number
    384344126504
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeavly undersealed throught

  2. Pass57,462 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    57,462 miles
    Test number
    198724232301
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underbody not excessive
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers slightly corroded

  3. Pass57,454 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    57,454 miles
    Test number
    140123230387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail57,421 miles (+672)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,421 miles
    Test number
    817378957461
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass56,749 miles (+49)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    56,749 miles
    Test number
    515951154031
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/ outer sill corrosion not excessive

  6. Pass56,700 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    56,700 miles
    Test number
    544940628336
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under body

  7. Fail56,688 miles (+767)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,688 miles
    Test number
    658170954368
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under body

  8. Pass55,921 miles (+1,480)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    55,921 miles
    Test number
    453099367523
    • AdvisoryAll suspension arms rusty

  9. Pass54,441 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,441 miles
    Test number
    864167750309
    • AdvisoryAll suspension arms heavily coroded

  10. Fail54,441 miles (+832)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,441 miles
    Test number
    567144981348
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension arms heavily coroded

  11. Pass53,609 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    53,609 miles
    Test number
    540548566526
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail53,599 miles (+520)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,599 miles
    Test number
    110262747378
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass53,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    53,079 miles
    Test number
    439273525952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail53,079 miles (+895)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,079 miles
    Test number
    646132203096
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass52,184 miles (+659)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    52,184 miles
    Test number
    534967330246
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brakes require adjustment etc.

  16. Pass51,525 miles (+201)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    51,525 miles
    Test number
    578926945164
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension arms are rusty (surface rust)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre is perished

  17. Pass51,324 miles (+723)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    51,324 miles
    Test number
    207905234446
    • NoteO/s front tyre as signs of perrishing

  18. Pass50,601 miles (+447)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    50,601 miles
    Test number
    289506033165
    • NoteO/s/f tyre is perished

  19. Pass50,154 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    50,154 miles
    Test number
    877252752111
    • NoteO/s/f tyre is perished

  20. Fail50,154 miles (+975)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,154 miles
    Test number
    439134242130
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre is perished

  21. Pass49,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,179 miles
    Test number
    968023741152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail49,179 miles (+1,359)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,179 miles
    Test number
    209851841457
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  23. Pass47,820 miles (+1,374)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    47,820 miles
    Test number
    933262180042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,446 miles (+917)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    46,446 miles
    Test number
    622866579018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    45,529 miles
    Test number
    931267588041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail45,529 miles (+2,444)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,529 miles
    Test number
    861796488094
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass43,085 miles (+3,029)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    43,085 miles
    Test number
    220729427445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass40,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    40,056 miles
    Test number
    130124116164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T42 TEJ

Does T42 TEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T42 TEJ is valid until 13 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T42 TEJ?
The MOT on T42 TEJ is valid until 13 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T42 TEJ done?
T42 TEJ was recorded at 63,248 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 1,182 miles a year.
Has T42 TEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T42 TEJ has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T42 TEJ 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 TEJ find?
T42 TEJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; heavly undersealed throught.

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