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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T544 MLKMOT history

T544 MLK is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 6 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 105,881 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Apr 2026
Mileage
105,881 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T544 MLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T544 MLK was last recorded at 105,881 miles on 2 Apr 2025, 3,904 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
101,977 miles · 3 May 2023
Between the last two tests
3,904 miles
Average per year
3,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,881 miles
  • 2023 – 101,977 miles
  • 2022 – 94,635 miles
  • 2021 – 93,406 miles
  • 2020 – 92,570 miles
  • 2019 – 89,811 miles
  • 2018 – 89,569 miles
  • 2017 – 88,618 miles
  • 2015 – 87,435 miles
  • 2014 – 84,972 miles
  • 2013 – 80,491 miles
  • 2011 – 76,323 miles
  • 2010 – 66,143 miles
  • 2009 – 57,292 miles
  • 2008 – 52,302 miles
  • 2007 – 44,453 miles
  • 2006 – 39,277 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,881 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNsr outer sill corroded but structure not effected

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.

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,881 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    105,881 miles
    Test number
    849019021893
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsr outer sill corroded but structure not effected

  2. Fail105,881 miles (+3,904)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,881 miles
    Test number
    639574062703
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsr outer sill corroded but structure not effected

  3. Pass101,977 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    101,977 miles
    Test number
    354679444961
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill getting weak / Rusty. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail101,977 miles (+7,342)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,977 miles
    Test number
    935569594083
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill getting weak / Rusty. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass94,635 miles (+1,229)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    94,635 miles
    Test number
    330603535011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass93,406 miles (+836)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    93,406 miles
    Test number
    739596587319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass92,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    92,570 miles
    Test number
    746512614246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail92,570 miles (+2,759)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,570 miles
    Test number
    631546526336
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn ball joint has excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass89,811 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    89,811 miles
    Test number
    810374498112
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Fail89,810 miles (+241)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,810 miles
    Test number
    910610489022
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass89,569 miles (+951)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    89,569 miles
    Test number
    126643284772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,618 miles (+1,183)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    88,618 miles
    Test number
    110765531616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,435 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    87,435 miles
    Test number
    869724215185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Fail87,432 miles (+2,460)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,432 miles
    Test number
    115834615169
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass84,972 miles (+4,481)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    84,972 miles
    Test number
    356267734168
    • NoteOff side outer sill corroded

  16. Pass80,491 miles (+4,168)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    80,491 miles
    Test number
    357030043117
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass76,323 miles (+10,180)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    76,323 miles
    Test number
    129948291243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r binding slightly

  18. Pass66,143 miles (+8,851)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    66,143 miles
    Test number
    510346290231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,292 miles (+4,990)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    57,292 miles
    Test number
    243355279460
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass52,302 miles (+7,849)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    52,302 miles
    Test number
    444449188112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside wiper poor

  21. Pass44,453 miles (+5,176)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,453 miles
    Test number
    832964037147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass39,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    39,277 miles
    Test number
    444179226175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T544 MLK

Does T544 MLK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T544 MLK expired on 1 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T544 MLK?
The MOT on T544 MLK expired on 1 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T544 MLK done?
T544 MLK was recorded at 105,881 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2025, an average of 3,524 miles a year.
Has T544 MLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T544 MLK has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T544 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 T544 MLK find?
T544 MLK passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2025 with 3 advisories: offside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive; nsr outer sill corroded but structure not effected.

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