Mazda MX-5
Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc
T486 EAFMOT history
T486 EAF is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 72,486 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 30 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 72,486 mi
- At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 24
- 19 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 3,158 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T486 EAF
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mazda
- Model
- MX-5
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,840 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 31 Dec 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 31 Jan 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T486 EAF was last recorded at 72,486 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 1,236 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 71,250 miles · 10 Apr 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,236 miles
- Average per year
- 3,158 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 72,486 miles
- 2025 – 71,250 miles
- 2024 – 66,408 miles
- 2023 – 61,833 miles
- 2022 – 60,306 miles
- 2019 – 57,948 miles
- 2018 – 52,973 miles
- 2017 – 50,765 miles
- 2016 – 50,183 miles
- 2015 – 49,801 miles
- 2014 – 48,784 miles
- 2013 – 46,668 miles
- 2012 – 41,111 miles
- 2011 – 36,913 miles
- 2010 – 29,805 miles
- 2009 – 22,079 miles
- 2008 – 14,731 miles
- 2007 – 12,156 miles
- 2006 – 11,042 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass72,486 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OSR outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
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.
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012
Suspension components corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011
Full MOT history
24 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass72,486 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 72,486 miles
- Test number
- 329794269687
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OSR outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail72,486 miles (+1,236)1 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 72,486 miles
- Test number
- 971023961767
- MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OSR outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass71,250 miles (+4,842)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2026
- Odometer
- 71,250 miles
- Test number
- 904261129048
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Advise, outer sill corroded. not weakening structure
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass66,408 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 66,408 miles
- Test number
- 989019185930
- AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail66,408 miles (+4,575)3 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,408 miles
- Test number
- 879052921845
- Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass61,833 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 61,833 miles
- Test number
- 219983241683
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail61,833 miles (+1,527)1 dangerous1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 61,833 miles
- Test number
- 684725565303
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Pass60,306 miles (+2,358)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 60,306 miles
- Test number
- 577392702383
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass57,948 miles (+4,975)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 57,948 miles
- Test number
- 140618714727
- AdvisoryFront Lower under tray fitted/not allowing full inspection
- AdvisoryFront all suspension components corroding
- AdvisoryNearside Lower outer sill dented
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer chassis rail corroding/behind wheel
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner tyre perishing on wall
- AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides/didcs (1.2.1 (e))
Pass52,973 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 52,973 miles
- Test number
- 431221440919
- AdvisorySuspension components corroded
Fail52,973 miles (+2,208)1 dangerous6 major2 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 52,973 miles
- Test number
- 400525143958
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension components corroded
Pass50,765 miles (+582)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 50,765 miles
- Test number
- 282531652150
- AdvisoryHeadlight lenses starting to dull
- AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
Pass50,183 miles (+382)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 50,183 miles
- Test number
- 228511415188
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded left to right rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has small cut to sidewall
- AdvisoryVarious suspension components have surface corrosion
Pass49,801 miles (+1,017)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 49,801 miles
- Test number
- 727554968397
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Pass48,784 miles (+2,116)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 48,784 miles
- Test number
- 737751844264
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteSmall chips to windscreen
Pass46,668 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 46,668 miles
- Test number
- 626971733217
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail46,668 miles (+5,557)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 46,668 miles
- Test number
- 975621733274
- FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass41,111 miles (+4,198)5 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 41,111 miles
- Test number
- 186253232295
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteHandbrake travel high
- NoteNearside front wiper blade splitting
- NoteOffside front wiper blade starting to smear screen
Pass36,913 miles (+7,108)6 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 36,913 miles
- Test number
- 399699231407
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteHandbrake travel high
Pass29,805 miles (+7,726)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 29,805 miles
- Test number
- 584551030249
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteHandbrake travel high
- NoteNearside front outer tyre wall damaged
Pass22,079 miles (+7,348)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 22,079 miles
- Test number
- 494798239254
- NoteNail in nearside front tyre
- NoteHandbrake travel slightly high
- NoteOffside front wiper split
Pass14,731 miles (+2,575)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 14,731 miles
- Test number
- 321819038281
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass12,156 miles (+1,114)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2008
- Odometer
- 12,156 miles
- Test number
- 190184237232
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass11,042 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2007
- Odometer
- 11,042 miles
- Test number
- 443889326296
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T486 EAF
- Does T486 EAF currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T486 EAF is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T486 EAF?
- The MOT on T486 EAF is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T486 EAF done?
- T486 EAF was recorded at 72,486 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 3,158 miles a year.
- Has T486 EAF ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T486 EAF has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2026.
- Has the mileage on T486 EAF 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 T486 EAF find?
- T486 EAF passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 8 advisories: coil spring corroded all coil springs corroded; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 5 more.
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