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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T539 KCHMOT history

T539 KCH is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 77,881 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2026
Mileage
77,881 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,500 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T539 KCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T539 KCH was last recorded at 77,881 miles on 10 Sept 2025, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,870 miles · 8 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
2,500 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 77,881 miles
  • 2024 – 76,516 miles
  • 2022 – 70,858 miles
  • 2021 – 58,554 miles
  • 2019 – 56,198 miles
  • 2018 – 54,641 miles
  • 2017 – 50,752 miles
  • 2015 – 49,827 miles
  • 2014 – 48,576 miles
  • 2013 – 46,966 miles
  • 2012 – 45,315 miles
  • 2011 – 43,572 miles
  • 2010 – 39,954 miles
  • 2009 – 37,544 miles
  • 2008 – 35,701 miles
  • 2007 – 31,255 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,881 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,881 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    77,881 miles
    Test number
    937629515977
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail77,870 miles (+1,354)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,870 miles
    Test number
    575158859018
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass76,516 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    76,516 miles
    Test number
    840054262791
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail76,516 miles (+5,658)2 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,516 miles
    Test number
    198725543734
    • DangerousNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass70,858 miles (+554)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    70,858 miles
    Test number
    121858470284
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail70,304 miles (+11,750)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,304 miles
    Test number
    990105721426
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass58,554 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    58,554 miles
    Test number
    540500929020
    • AdvisoryHand brake needs adjustment

  8. Fail58,552 miles (+2,354)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,552 miles
    Test number
    447083951405
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHand brake needs adjustment

  9. Pass56,198 miles (+1,557)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    56,198 miles
    Test number
    399218528571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,641 miles (+3,889)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    54,641 miles
    Test number
    139658029562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,752 miles (+925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    50,752 miles
    Test number
    876641009690
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle

  12. Pass49,827 miles (+1,251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    49,827 miles
    Test number
    493332489092
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion sill and rear wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion sill and rear wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass48,576 miles (+1,610)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    48,576 miles
    Test number
    428185004426
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass46,966 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    46,966 miles
    Test number
    427171613354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  15. Fail46,966 miles (+1,651)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,966 miles
    Test number
    128165803330
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass45,315 miles (+1,743)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    45,315 miles
    Test number
    226683392267
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail43,572 miles1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,572 miles
    Test number
    637969401382
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteHand brake trav
    • NoteNs sill slight corrosion

  18. Pass43,572 miles (+3,618)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    43,572 miles
    Test number
    729889901366
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteHand brake trav
    • NoteNs sill slight corrosion

  19. Pass39,954 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    39,954 miles
    Test number
    133060020472
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail39,954 miles (+2,410)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,954 miles
    Test number
    981440920007
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass37,544 miles (+1,843)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    37,544 miles
    Test number
    193537109059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    35,701 miles
    Test number
    360353128096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail35,701 miles (+4,446)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,701 miles
    Test number
    382422328011
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

  24. Pass31,255 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    31,255 miles
    Test number
    371256517058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T539 KCH

Does T539 KCH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T539 KCH expired on 9 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T539 KCH?
The MOT on T539 KCH expired on 9 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T539 KCH done?
T539 KCH was recorded at 77,881 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2025, an average of 2,500 miles a year.
Has T539 KCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T539 KCH has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T539 KCH 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 T539 KCH find?
T539 KCH passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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