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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T43 NCAMOT history

T43 NCA is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 10 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 67,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
67,758 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T43 NCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T43 NCA was last recorded at 67,758 miles on 2 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Jun 2007: 18,754 miles, lower than 181,659 miles on 18 May 2006.
  • 14 Jul 2008: 69,121 miles, lower than 191,260 miles on 3 Jul 2008.
  • 2 Sept 2026: 67,758 miles, lower than 77,276 miles on 18 Jul 2025.

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
77,276 miles · 18 Jul 2025

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,758 miles
  • 2025 – 77,276 miles
  • 2017 – 77,144 miles
  • 2013 – 76,510 miles
  • 2012 – 74,508 miles
  • 2011 – 73,547 miles
  • 2009 – 72,447 miles
  • 2008 – 69,121 miles
  • 2007 – 18,754 miles
  • 2006 – 181,659 miles
  • 2005 – 164,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,758 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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2011

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,758 miles (-9,518)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    67,758 miles
    Test number
    5876969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass77,276 miles (+132)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    77,276 miles
    Test number
    4553146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass77,144 miles (+634)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    77,144 miles
    Test number
    18015318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,510 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    76,510 miles
    Test number
    595741043172
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteSurface rust on front and rear suspension components
    • NoteSurface rust on offside front chassis rail

  5. Fail76,510 miles (+2,002)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,510 miles
    Test number
    359341243176
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteSurface rust on front and rear suspension components
    • NoteSurface rust on offside front chassis rail

  6. Pass74,508 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    74,508 miles
    Test number
    125798402196
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing low
    • NoteSurface rust on front and rear suspension components

  7. Fail74,508 miles (+961)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,508 miles
    Test number
    476447102166
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing low
    • NoteSurface rust on front and rear suspension components

  8. Pass73,547 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    73,547 miles
    Test number
    127041261064
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre has crackes around the edge of the side wall

  9. Fail73,547 miles (+34)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,547 miles
    Test number
    158801661024
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre has crackes around the edge of the side wall

  10. Fail73,513 miles (+1,066)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,513 miles
    Test number
    116235541468
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth headlamp aims on lower limit
    • NoteBrake fluid low
    • NoteN/s/r brake calliper damp

  11. Pass72,447 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    72,447 miles
    Test number
    942151499130
    • NoteSurface rust on offside front chassis rail
    • NoteSurface rust on power steering pipes

  12. Fail72,447 miles (+3,326)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,447 miles
    Test number
    240960999462
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteSurface rust on offside front chassis rail
    • NoteSurface rust on power steering pipes

  13. Pass69,121 miles (-122,139)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    69,121 miles
    Test number
    401646498125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail191,260 miles (+172,506)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,260 miles
    Test number
    241015388480
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass18,754 miles (-162,905)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    18,754 miles
    Test number
    151592157174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail181,659 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,659 miles
    Test number
    173068436194
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre slightly lumpy tread on inside edge.

  17. Pass181,659 miles (+17,068)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    181,659 miles
    Test number
    183848336103
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre slightly lumpy tread on inside edge.

  18. Pass164,591 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    164,591 miles
    Test number
    161160265192
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about T43 NCA

Does T43 NCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T43 NCA is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T43 NCA?
The MOT on T43 NCA is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T43 NCA done?
T43 NCA was recorded at 67,758 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026.
Has T43 NCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T43 NCA has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2013.
Has the mileage on T43 NCA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 1 Jun 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T43 NCA find?
T43 NCA passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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