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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T527 SGHMOT history

T527 SGH is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 16 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 56,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
56,219 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,947 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T527 SGH
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
16 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T527 SGH was last recorded at 56,219 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 81 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
56,138 miles · 30 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
81 miles
Average per year
1,947 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,219 miles
  • 2022 – 56,138 miles
  • 2021 – 49,639 miles
  • 2020 – 43,626 miles
  • 2019 – 39,870 miles
  • 2018 – 39,501 miles
  • 2017 – 37,487 miles
  • 2016 – 36,477 miles
  • 2015 – 34,496 miles
  • 2014 – 32,537 miles
  • 2013 – 29,625 miles
  • 2012 – 28,668 miles
  • 2011 – 26,008 miles
  • 2010 – 23,464 miles
  • 2009 – 22,441 miles
  • 2008 – 20,947 miles
  • 2007 – 19,381 miles
  • 2006 – 18,204 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,219 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side (5.3.2 (d))

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 Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass56,219 miles (+81)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    56,219 miles
    Test number
    692655294471
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Pass56,138 miles (+6,499)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    56,138 miles
    Test number
    389870685103
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass49,639 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    49,639 miles
    Test number
    859879833820
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail49,639 miles (+6,013)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,639 miles
    Test number
    633470559569
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass43,626 miles (+3,756)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    43,626 miles
    Test number
    491630547432
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass39,870 miles (+369)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    39,870 miles
    Test number
    357910054565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass39,501 miles (+2,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    39,501 miles
    Test number
    544162359722
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass37,487 miles (+1,010)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    37,487 miles
    Test number
    137435560439
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak SLIGHT COOLANT LEAK..
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass36,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    36,477 miles
    Test number
    829635649143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail36,477 miles (+1,981)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,477 miles
    Test number
    321595328075
    • FailureFront Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure BOTH (4.1.D.1b)

  11. Pass34,496 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    34,496 miles
    Test number
    959597495129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteO/s/n/s/f tyres cracked on inner and outter walls and egdes...

  12. Fail34,495 miles (+1,958)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,495 miles
    Test number
    278147395183
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteO/s/n/s/f tyres cracked on inner and outter walls and egdes...

  13. Pass32,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    32,537 miles
    Test number
    405854184168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail32,535 miles (+2,910)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,535 miles
    Test number
    305004584113
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNear side front tyre slightly perished

  15. Pass29,625 miles (+957)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    29,625 miles
    Test number
    718393683152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    28,668 miles
    Test number
    245311492427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail28,668 miles (+2,660)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,668 miles
    Test number
    487091992177
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass26,008 miles (+2,544)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    26,008 miles
    Test number
    488432791129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,464 miles (+1,023)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    23,464 miles
    Test number
    641994670125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,441 miles (+1,494)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    22,441 miles
    Test number
    330096599198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,947 miles (+1,566)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    20,947 miles
    Test number
    993069398158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,381 miles (+1,177)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    19,381 miles
    Test number
    871777797134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    18,204 miles
    Test number
    864092006249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T527 SGH

Does T527 SGH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T527 SGH is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T527 SGH?
The MOT on T527 SGH is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T527 SGH done?
T527 SGH was recorded at 56,219 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 1,947 miles a year.
Has T527 SGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T527 SGH has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on T527 SGH 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 T527 SGH find?
T527 SGH passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side; front subframe corroded; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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