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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T461 KBHMOT history

T461 KBH is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 26 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 34 MOT tests, with 166,894 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
166,894 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
34
22 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,363 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T461 KBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T461 KBH was last recorded at 166,894 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 1,155 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,739 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,155 miles
Average per year
3,363 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,894 miles
  • 2025 – 165,739 miles
  • 2024 – 164,142 miles
  • 2023 – 162,125 miles
  • 2022 – 159,911 miles
  • 2021 – 157,051 miles
  • 2020 – 152,293 miles
  • 2019 – 147,471 miles
  • 2018 – 144,946 miles
  • 2017 – 142,652 miles
  • 2016 – 140,210 miles
  • 2015 – 138,089 miles
  • 2014 – 136,075 miles
  • 2013 – 134,008 miles
  • 2012 – 130,675 miles
  • 2011 – 125,923 miles
  • 2010 – 123,056 miles
  • 2009 – 119,053 miles
  • 2008 – 114,257 miles
  • 2007 – 110,030 miles
  • 2006 – 105,327 miles
  • 2005 – 96,778 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,894 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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.

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

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

34 tests since 12 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,894 miles (+1,155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    166,894 miles
    Test number
    145752725305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass165,739 miles (+1,597)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    165,739 miles
    Test number
    999829537458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass164,142 miles (+2,017)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    164,142 miles
    Test number
    111787870714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass162,125 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    162,125 miles
    Test number
    499433318495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail162,119 miles (+2,208)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,119 miles
    Test number
    123356709783
    • MajorNearside Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

  6. Pass159,911 miles (+2,860)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    159,911 miles
    Test number
    813975092693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass157,051 miles (+4,758)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    157,051 miles
    Test number
    268111742697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass152,293 miles (+4,822)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    152,293 miles
    Test number
    502946696955
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass147,471 miles (+2,525)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    147,471 miles
    Test number
    873209043183
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass144,946 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    144,946 miles
    Test number
    282904858275
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside sill distorted slightly
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion nearside rear outer arch / sill areas

  11. Fail144,946 miles (+2,294)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,946 miles
    Test number
    869352171693
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside sill distorted slightly
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion nearside rear outer arch / sill areas

  12. Pass142,652 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    142,652 miles
    Test number
    587818024162
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill/arch slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside sill distorted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail142,652 miles (+2,442)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,652 miles
    Test number
    515731994466
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill/arch slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside sill distorted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass140,210 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    140,210 miles
    Test number
    533804898866
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  15. Fail140,210 miles (+2,121)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,210 miles
    Test number
    948891039999
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front to centre joint (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  16. Pass138,089 miles (+20)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    138,089 miles
    Test number
    691973949212
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded x2 (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  17. Fail138,069 miles (+1,994)4 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,069 miles
    Test number
    707932673042
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded x2 (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  18. Pass136,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    136,075 miles
    Test number
    896829954222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail136,075 miles (+2,067)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,075 miles
    Test number
    445418754206
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass134,008 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    134,008 miles
    Test number
    935521163269
    • NoteAll suspension componants rusty

  21. Fail134,008 miles (+3,333)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,008 miles
    Test number
    449240863280
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteAll suspension componants rusty

  22. Pass130,675 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    130,675 miles
    Test number
    785441272242
    • NoteAll suspension components rusty
    • NoteFront brake pads starting to wear low
    • NoteNearside front wheel slightly stiff when spun
    • NoteStonechip in windscreen

  23. Fail130,675 miles (+4,752)7 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,675 miles
    Test number
    375318062261
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteAll suspension components rusty
    • NoteFront brake pads starting to wear low
    • NoteNearside front wheel slightly stiff when spun
    • NoteStonechip in windscreen

  24. Pass125,923 miles (+2,867)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    125,923 miles
    Test number
    707353141241
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear discs and pads worn
    • NoteUnder side rustting

  25. Pass123,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    123,056 miles
    Test number
    221103460285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail123,056 miles (+4,003)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,056 miles
    Test number
    941163860228
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  27. Pass119,053 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    119,053 miles
    Test number
    223199459228
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside and offside headlamps damaged/repaired
    • NoteUnderbody damaged

  28. Fail119,053 miles (+4,796)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,053 miles
    Test number
    593858359287
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside and offside headlamps damaged/repaired
    • NoteUnderbody damaged

  29. Pass114,257 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    114,257 miles
    Test number
    371411968402
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  30. Fail114,257 miles (+4,227)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,257 miles
    Test number
    921141068200
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  31. Fail110,030 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,030 miles
    Test number
    373470767273
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  32. Pass110,030 miles (+4,703)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    110,030 miles
    Test number
    633990667250
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  33. Pass105,327 miles (+8,549)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    105,327 miles
    Test number
    822004266268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass96,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    96,778 miles
    Test number
    274206815320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T461 KBH

Does T461 KBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T461 KBH is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T461 KBH?
The MOT on T461 KBH is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T461 KBH done?
T461 KBH was recorded at 166,894 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 3,363 miles a year.
Has T461 KBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T461 KBH has failed 12 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T461 KBH 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 T461 KBH find?
T461 KBH passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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