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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T44 LDPMOT history

T44 LDP is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 80,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2026
Mileage
80,985 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,985 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T44 LDP
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
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T44 LDP was last recorded at 80,985 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 4,303 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,682 miles · 28 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
4,303 miles
Average per year
2,985 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,985 miles
  • 2024 – 76,682 miles
  • 2023 – 76,042 miles
  • 2022 – 72,205 miles
  • 2021 – 70,469 miles
  • 2020 – 69,385 miles
  • 2019 – 62,953 miles
  • 2018 – 55,640 miles
  • 2017 – 51,721 miles
  • 2016 – 48,368 miles
  • 2015 – 44,341 miles
  • 2014 – 43,049 miles
  • 2013 – 40,165 miles
  • 2012 – 39,384 miles
  • 2011 – 36,099 miles
  • 2010 – 33,215 miles
  • 2009 – 29,961 miles
  • 2008 – 26,000 miles
  • 2007 – 25,292 miles
  • 2006 – 23,217 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,985 miles
  • AdvisoryChassis rails slightly dented.
  • AdvisoryVehicle too low to perform BRT, Decelerometer carried out and passed.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass80,985 miles (+4,303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    80,985 miles
    Test number
    813848912796
    • AdvisoryChassis rails slightly dented.
    • AdvisoryVehicle too low to perform BRT, Decelerometer carried out and passed.

  2. Pass76,682 miles (+640)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    76,682 miles
    Test number
    948408872895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass76,042 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    76,042 miles
    Test number
    626588256741
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced hole in floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of sill has hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of sill has hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail76,042 miles (+11)3 major3 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,042 miles
    Test number
    471946852011
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced hole in floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of sill has hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of sill has hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail76,031 miles (+3,826)9 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,031 miles
    Test number
    771826116504
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under sill corroded/hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Under sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Under sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage has an unsafe modification Both incorrectly fitted (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass72,205 miles (+1,736)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    72,205 miles
    Test number
    292055047271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner sill corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front shock absorber body corroded

  7. Pass70,469 miles (+1,084)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    70,469 miles
    Test number
    896204318841
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass69,385 miles (+6,432)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    69,385 miles
    Test number
    453935517659
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill near wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass62,953 miles (+7,313)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,953 miles
    Test number
    734104641316
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play * strong advise * (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch beginning to corrode
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension arms have surface corrosion

  10. Pass55,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    55,640 miles
    Test number
    385444428835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail55,640 miles (+3,919)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,640 miles
    Test number
    924499025921
    • MajorRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced o/s & n/s outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass51,721 miles (+3,353)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    51,721 miles
    Test number
    972529137524
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion both outer sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  13. Pass48,368 miles (+4,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    48,368 miles
    Test number
    583449132029
    • AdvisoryO/s/f-o/s/r-n/s/r tyres perrishing
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms corroding

  14. Pass44,341 miles (+1,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    44,341 miles
    Test number
    147839968922
    • AdvisoryIncorrect fuel cap but sealing ok

  15. Pass43,049 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,049 miles
    Test number
    966520694221
    • NoteSuspension components and subframes corroded

  16. Fail43,049 miles (+2,884)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,049 miles
    Test number
    159650094216
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteSuspension components and subframes corroded

  17. Pass40,165 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    40,165 miles
    Test number
    309237803494
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front brake discs are showing signs of corrosion
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs are showing signs of corrosion in places
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion on both front and rear subframes

  18. Fail40,162 miles (+778)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,162 miles
    Test number
    488677003281
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front brake discs are showing signs of corrosion
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs are showing signs of corrosion in places
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion on both front and rear subframes

  19. Pass39,384 miles (+3,285)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    39,384 miles
    Test number
    836139502223
    • NoteFront and rear suspension arms corroding

  20. Pass36,099 miles (+2,884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    36,099 miles
    Test number
    245998671171
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  21. Pass33,215 miles (+3,254)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    33,215 miles
    Test number
    680264750129
    • NoteAbs lamp flashed on and went out during test
    • NoteFront pads low

  22. Pass29,961 miles (+3,961)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    29,961 miles
    Test number
    592705279154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,000 miles (+708)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    26,000 miles
    Test number
    851428878106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,292 miles (+59)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    25,292 miles
    Test number
    184778577103
    • NoteAll tyres perished/cracked

  25. Fail25,233 miles (+2,016)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,233 miles
    Test number
    411700477159
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteAll tyres perished/cracked

  26. Pass23,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    23,217 miles
    Test number
    494172876196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T44 LDP

Does T44 LDP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T44 LDP is valid until 26 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T44 LDP?
The MOT on T44 LDP is valid until 26 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T44 LDP done?
T44 LDP was recorded at 80,985 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 2,985 miles a year.
Has T44 LDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T44 LDP has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T44 LDP 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 T44 LDP find?
T44 LDP passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: chassis rails slightly dented.; vehicle too low to perform brt, decelerometer carried out and passed..

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