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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T538 MLKMOT history

T538 MLK is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 6 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 52,133 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
52,133 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,604 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T538 MLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T538 MLK was last recorded at 52,133 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 804 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,329 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
804 miles
Average per year
1,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,133 miles
  • 2025 – 51,329 miles
  • 2024 – 50,589 miles
  • 2023 – 50,114 miles
  • 2022 – 49,168 miles
  • 2021 – 48,538 miles
  • 2020 – 48,244 miles
  • 2019 – 44,748 miles
  • 2018 – 42,340 miles
  • 2017 – 39,641 miles
  • 2016 – 36,943 miles
  • 2015 – 35,066 miles
  • 2014 – 33,572 miles
  • 2012 – 30,316 miles
  • 2011 – 28,787 miles
  • 2010 – 27,131 miles
  • 2009 – 25,450 miles
  • 2008 – 23,801 miles
  • 2007 – 21,938 miles
  • 2006 – 19,959 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,133 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • 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 Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Handbrake lever travel on limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,133 miles (+804)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    52,133 miles
    Test number
    700815137644
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  2. Pass51,329 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    51,329 miles
    Test number
    456852922861
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail51,329 miles (+740)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,329 miles
    Test number
    618370516113
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass50,589 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    50,589 miles
    Test number
    937452281447
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail50,588 miles (+474)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,588 miles
    Test number
    449135278968
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass50,114 miles (+946)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    50,114 miles
    Test number
    660943048439
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass49,168 miles (+630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    49,168 miles
    Test number
    669072423812
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travel on limit

  8. Pass48,538 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    48,538 miles
    Test number
    408534815183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail48,519 miles (+275)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,519 miles
    Test number
    296682059922
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced body sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travel on limit

  10. Pass48,244 miles (+3,496)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    48,244 miles
    Test number
    180748660703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,748 miles (+2,408)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    44,748 miles
    Test number
    507222126942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,340 miles (+2,699)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    42,340 miles
    Test number
    741164984776
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass39,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    39,641 miles
    Test number
    205972062245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail39,641 miles (+2,698)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,641 miles
    Test number
    240979738177
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass36,943 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    36,943 miles
    Test number
    766753441568
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail36,943 miles (+1,877)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,943 miles
    Test number
    711677163649
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass35,066 miles (+1,494)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    35,066 miles
    Test number
    446759985085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    33,572 miles
    Test number
    379444484027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. FailMileage not read1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    116994383477
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    375774283031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail30,316 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,316 miles
    Test number
    347524792029
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass30,316 miles (+1,529)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    30,316 miles
    Test number
    576094692075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,787 miles (+1,656)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    28,787 miles
    Test number
    679935591086
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass27,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,131 miles
    Test number
    912478470091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail27,130 miles (+1,680)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,130 miles
    Test number
    290808470059
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  26. Pass25,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    25,450 miles
    Test number
    663796489077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail25,450 miles (+1,649)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,450 miles
    Test number
    850176489051
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass23,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    23,801 miles
    Test number
    141535388455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail23,801 miles (+1,863)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,801 miles
    Test number
    802775488003
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  30. Pass21,938 miles (+1,979)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    21,938 miles
    Test number
    874245987035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass19,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    19,959 miles
    Test number
    360881896041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T538 MLK

Does T538 MLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T538 MLK is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T538 MLK?
The MOT on T538 MLK is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T538 MLK done?
T538 MLK was recorded at 52,133 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 1,604 miles a year.
Has T538 MLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T538 MLK has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T538 MLK 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 T538 MLK find?
T538 MLK passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 8 more.

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