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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T436 FFXMOT history

T436 FFX is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 25 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 94,106 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
94,106 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,110 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T436 FFX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T436 FFX was last recorded at 94,106 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 1,828 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,278 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,828 miles
Average per year
2,110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,106 miles
  • 2025 – 92,278 miles
  • 2024 – 91,033 miles
  • 2023 – 90,021 miles
  • 2022 – 88,442 miles
  • 2021 – 83,622 miles
  • 2020 – 79,111 miles
  • 2016 – 78,040 miles
  • 2015 – 78,034 miles
  • 2014 – 77,580 miles
  • 2011 – 76,518 miles
  • 2010 – 73,358 miles
  • 2009 – 68,609 miles
  • 2008 – 65,166 miles
  • 2007 – 60,698 miles
  • 2006 – 53,201 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,106 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Lower wing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • General Underbody Corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,106 miles (+1,828)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    94,106 miles
    Test number
    222104782358
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass92,278 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    92,278 miles
    Test number
    521913479304
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded all
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wing corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear subframes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms, front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and sills corroded

  3. Fail92,278 miles (+1,245)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,278 miles
    Test number
    842655272922
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded all
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wing corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear subframes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms, front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and sills corroded

  4. Pass91,033 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    91,033 miles
    Test number
    334475552208
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear subframes corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and rear wheel arches corroded

  5. Fail91,033 miles (+1,012)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,033 miles
    Test number
    974756584681
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear subframes corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and rear wheel arches corroded

  6. Pass90,021 miles (+1,579)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    90,021 miles
    Test number
    165566372188
    • AdvisoryGeneral Underbody Corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass88,442 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    88,442 miles
    Test number
    210850208541
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wing corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody, subframes and all suspension components corroded

  8. Fail88,442 miles (+4,820)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,442 miles
    Test number
    370558465911
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wing corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody, subframes and all suspension components corroded

  9. Pass83,622 miles (+4,511)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    83,622 miles
    Test number
    427583247356
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral Underbody Corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass79,111 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    79,111 miles
    Test number
    683156706501
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corroded

  11. Fail79,105 miles (+1,065)2 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,105 miles
    Test number
    891584085246
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength engine bay (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corroded

  12. Pass78,040 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    78,040 miles
    Test number
    178410831324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail78,034 miles (+454)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,034 miles
    Test number
    231964834060
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis/innerwing holed (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis/innerwing holed (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryAdvise both rear sills
    • AdvisoryAdvise engine bottom engine cover

  14. Pass77,580 miles (+461)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    77,580 miles
    Test number
    495069684272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,119 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    77,119 miles
    Test number
    148076184481
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteAll brake pipes coated in grease unable to check

  16. Fail77,119 miles (+601)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,119 miles
    Test number
    977286084045
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteAll brake pipes coated in grease unable to check

  17. Pass76,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    76,518 miles
    Test number
    746961801323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail76,518 miles (+3,160)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,518 miles
    Test number
    436511801494
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  19. Pass73,358 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    73,358 miles
    Test number
    894666400357
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail73,356 miles (+4,747)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,356 miles
    Test number
    711303300370
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass68,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    68,609 miles
    Test number
    903547509376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail68,609 miles (+3,443)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,609 miles
    Test number
    384497309373
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass65,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    65,166 miles
    Test number
    123279108351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail65,166 miles (+4,468)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,166 miles
    Test number
    891478808319
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass60,698 miles (+7,497)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    60,698 miles
    Test number
    330364907333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass53,201 miles (+2,017)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    53,201 miles
    Test number
    360710756467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass51,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    51,184 miles
    Test number
    874806286065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail51,184 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,184 miles
    Test number
    994156486013
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about T436 FFX

Does T436 FFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T436 FFX is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T436 FFX?
The MOT on T436 FFX is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T436 FFX done?
T436 FFX was recorded at 94,106 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 2,110 miles a year.
Has T436 FFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T436 FFX has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T436 FFX 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 T436 FFX find?
T436 FFX passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 13 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 10 more.

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