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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T437 TPTMOT history

T437 TPT is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 114,584 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
114,584 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T437 TPT
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
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T437 TPT was last recorded at 114,584 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 2,004 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,580 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,004 miles
Average per year
3,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,584 miles
  • 2025 – 112,580 miles
  • 2024 – 110,352 miles
  • 2023 – 107,979 miles
  • 2022 – 106,207 miles
  • 2021 – 102,848 miles
  • 2020 – 101,324 miles
  • 2019 – 99,476 miles
  • 2018 – 97,153 miles
  • 2017 – 94,789 miles
  • 2016 – 93,167 miles
  • 2015 – 93,085 miles
  • 2014 – 89,598 miles
  • 2013 – 85,083 miles
  • 2012 – 78,840 miles
  • 2011 – 70,238 miles
  • 2010 – 67,016 miles
  • 2009 – 60,615 miles
  • 2008 – 54,537 miles
  • 2007 – 46,648 miles
  • 2006 – 38,228 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,584 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

34 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,584 miles (+2,004)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    114,584 miles
    Test number
    268302601796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass112,580 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    112,580 miles
    Test number
    551602320912
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail112,580 miles (+2,228)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,580 miles
    Test number
    112379375143
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass110,352 miles (+2,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    110,352 miles
    Test number
    486686858252
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sill welds failed(not within proscribed area)

  5. Pass107,979 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    107,979 miles
    Test number
    340942337111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail107,958 miles (+1,751)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,958 miles
    Test number
    590200252700
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass106,207 miles (+3,359)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    106,207 miles
    Test number
    260907997883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass102,848 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    102,848 miles
    Test number
    716017958684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail102,836 miles (+1,512)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,836 miles
    Test number
    935599274137
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corrosion perforated. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded through. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass101,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    101,324 miles
    Test number
    847521646946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail101,324 miles (+1,848)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,324 miles
    Test number
    741330257853
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass99,476 miles (+2,323)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    99,476 miles
    Test number
    627169911466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass97,153 miles (+2,364)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    97,153 miles
    Test number
    576014813186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass94,789 miles (+1,622)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    94,789 miles
    Test number
    274265810672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass93,167 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    93,167 miles
    Test number
    708908657747
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Fail93,148 miles (+63)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,148 miles
    Test number
    507751351561
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  17. Fail93,085 miles (+3,487)1 dangerous6 failures15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,085 miles
    Test number
    981061387090
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryEmissions not tested due to excessive misfire
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside front chassis corroded engine bay

  18. Pass89,598 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    89,598 miles
    Test number
    289707084263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail89,595 miles (+4,512)2 dangerous7 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,595 miles
    Test number
    358327584412
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass85,083 miles5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    85,083 miles
    Test number
    258932803385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteAll floor and chassis in poor condition
    • NoteAll suspension arms in poor condition
    • NoteN/s/r arch in poor condition
    • NoteO/s/r and n/s/r sills in poor condition (asap)
    • NoteSubframes in poor condition

  21. Fail85,081 miles (+6,241)4 failures6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,081 miles
    Test number
    546532703373
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteAll floor and chassis in poor condition
    • NoteAll suspension arms in poor condition
    • NoteN/s/r arch in poor condition
    • NoteO/s/r and n/s/r sills in poor condition (asap)
    • NoteSubframes in poor condition

  22. Pass78,840 miles (+289)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    78,840 miles
    Test number
    188414702348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass78,551 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    78,551 miles
    Test number
    537814472018
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail78,544 miles (+8,306)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,544 miles
    Test number
    745605962048
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass70,238 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    70,238 miles
    Test number
    106432041005
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Fail70,238 miles (+3,222)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,238 miles
    Test number
    565180341090
    • FailureCentre Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass67,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    67,016 miles
    Test number
    240222630410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail67,016 miles (+6,401)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,016 miles
    Test number
    161471430126
    • FailureBrake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass60,615 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    60,615 miles
    Test number
    154557919105
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  30. Fail60,613 miles (+6,076)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,613 miles
    Test number
    210845519421
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  31. Pass54,537 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    54,537 miles
    Test number
    350794118114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Fail54,537 miles (+7,889)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,537 miles
    Test number
    781904818189
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass46,648 miles (+8,420)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    46,648 miles
    Test number
    200536217493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass38,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    38,228 miles
    Test number
    884241916126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T437 TPT

Does T437 TPT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T437 TPT is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T437 TPT?
The MOT on T437 TPT is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T437 TPT done?
T437 TPT was recorded at 114,584 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 3,766 miles a year.
Has T437 TPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T437 TPT has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T437 TPT 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 T437 TPT find?
T437 TPT passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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