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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T500 RFCMOT history

T500 RFC is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 22 MOT tests, with 85,557 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
85,557 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
21 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,778 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 RFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 RFC was last recorded at 85,557 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 2,768 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
82,789 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,768 miles
Average per year
2,778 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,557 miles
  • 2025 – 82,789 miles
  • 2024 – 79,123 miles
  • 2023 – 76,398 miles
  • 2022 – 72,186 miles
  • 2021 – 69,990 miles
  • 2020 – 68,121 miles
  • 2019 – 63,367 miles
  • 2018 – 55,701 miles
  • 2017 – 50,679 miles
  • 2016 – 44,395 miles
  • 2015 – 40,804 miles
  • 2014 – 40,440 miles
  • 2013 – 40,028 miles
  • 2012 – 38,697 miles
  • 2011 – 36,238 miles
  • 2010 – 35,588 miles
  • 2009 – 33,396 miles
  • 2008 – 32,350 miles
  • 2007 – 30,173 miles
  • 2006 – 28,448 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,557 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.

  • Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,557 miles (+2,768)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    85,557 miles
    Test number
    599543788226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass82,789 miles (+3,666)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    82,789 miles
    Test number
    301186717646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass79,123 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    79,123 miles
    Test number
    357436655387
    • MinorNearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Drivers Floorpan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail79,123 miles (+2,725)3 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,123 miles
    Test number
    764210019428
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Drivers Floorpan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass76,398 miles (+4,212)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    76,398 miles
    Test number
    763094507683
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,186 miles (+2,196)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    72,186 miles
    Test number
    932307388151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass69,990 miles (+1,869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    69,990 miles
    Test number
    306158357619
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass68,121 miles (+4,754)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    68,121 miles
    Test number
    647905718676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass63,367 miles (+7,666)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,367 miles
    Test number
    472554238767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,701 miles (+5,022)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    55,701 miles
    Test number
    178124394850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,679 miles (+6,284)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    50,679 miles
    Test number
    112595407804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,395 miles (+3,591)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    44,395 miles
    Test number
    624119412082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,804 miles (+364)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    40,804 miles
    Test number
    995151995087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,440 miles (+412)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    40,440 miles
    Test number
    397491094060
    • NoteAll tyres slightly out of shape to inner tread also have age cracking.
    • NoteN/s front tyre has slight kerb damage.
    • NoteO/s front tyre has cuts to outer side wall, not down to cords.
    • NoteFront brake pads low to inner pads.

  15. Pass40,028 miles (+1,331)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    40,028 miles
    Test number
    529834393055
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres slightly out of shape

  16. Pass38,697 miles (+2,459)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    38,697 miles
    Test number
    109820892469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,238 miles (+650)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    36,238 miles
    Test number
    719800991024
    • NoteClutch squeaks !!
    • NoteN/s front tyre age cracks
    • NoteN/s front tyre down to 3mm inner edge
    • NoteSlight handbrake travel

  18. Pass35,588 miles (+2,192)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    35,588 miles
    Test number
    793421890007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,396 miles (+1,046)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    33,396 miles
    Test number
    802955189043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,350 miles (+2,177)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    32,350 miles
    Test number
    742515698087
    • NoteSmall chunk out of n/s front tyre side outer wall

  21. Pass30,173 miles (+1,725)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    30,173 miles
    Test number
    913738647051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    28,448 miles
    Test number
    353947446052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 RFC

Does T500 RFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 RFC is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 RFC?
The MOT on T500 RFC is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 RFC done?
T500 RFC was recorded at 85,557 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 2,778 miles a year.
Has T500 RFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 RFC has failed 1 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T500 RFC 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 T500 RFC find?
T500 RFC passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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