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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T547 KCHMOT history

T547 KCH is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 79,245 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2023
Mileage
79,245 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,626 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T547 KCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T547 KCH was last recorded at 79,245 miles on 9 Apr 2022, 989 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,256 miles · 16 May 2019
Between the last two tests
989 miles
Average per year
1,626 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 79,245 miles
  • 2019 – 78,256 miles
  • 2018 – 75,151 miles
  • 2017 – 70,439 miles
  • 2016 – 69,404 miles
  • 2015 – 67,797 miles
  • 2014 – 66,567 miles
  • 2013 – 65,269 miles
  • 2012 – 63,972 miles
  • 2011 – 62,970 miles
  • 2010 – 61,557 miles
  • 2009 – 59,808 miles
  • 2008 – 57,937 miles
  • 2007 – 55,735 miles
  • 2006 – 53,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,245 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCovers on sills inner and outer sills both sides .under sillon inner sill both sides can not be viwed.

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.

  • Condition both headlamp glasses and beam intensity

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Corrosion and repairs both front chassis rails

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Corrosion both rear undersills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Corrosion on both front floors and floors to sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Corrosion on rear sub frame and suspension

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Heavy corrosion on front sub frame and suspension

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,245 miles (+989)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    79,245 miles
    Test number
    365977775363
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCovers on sills inner and outer sills both sides .under sillon inner sill both sides can not be viwed.

  2. Pass78,256 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,256 miles
    Test number
    699245546789
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel in park brake

  3. Fail78,256 miles (+3,105)4 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,256 miles
    Test number
    284343649102
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced underbody sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel in park brake

  4. Pass75,151 miles (+4,712)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    75,151 miles
    Test number
    738410396429
    • AdvisoryUnder body sealed

  5. Pass70,439 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    70,439 miles
    Test number
    159354669622
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to all eight suspension arms front and rear.
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper rubber insecure at end of blade
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion to both front chassis legs were previous repairs taken place.

  6. Fail70,433 miles (+1,029)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,433 miles
    Test number
    303104711950
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to all eight suspension arms front and rear.
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper rubber insecure at end of blade
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion to both front chassis legs were previous repairs taken place.

  7. Pass69,404 miles (+2)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    69,404 miles
    Test number
    300335558875
    • AdvisoryCondition both headlamp glasses and beam intensity
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and repairs both front chassis rails
    • AdvisoryCorrosion both rear undersills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both front floors and floors to sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear sub frame and suspension
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion on front sub frame and suspension
    • AdvisoryRear number plate
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryWear and corrosion on rear brake discs and pads

  8. Fail69,402 miles (+1,605)5 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,402 miles
    Test number
    540961475078
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating dull (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating dull (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven discs corroded on inner faces (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCondition both headlamp glasses and beam intensity
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and repairs both front chassis rails
    • AdvisoryCorrosion both rear undersills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both front floors and floors to sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear sub frame and suspension
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion on front sub frame and suspension
    • AdvisoryRear number plate
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryWear and corrosion on rear brake discs and pads

  9. Pass67,797 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    67,797 miles
    Test number
    258980665423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail67,795 miles (+1,228)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,795 miles
    Test number
    245763255157
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteO/s headlight immage poor

  11. Pass66,567 miles (+1,298)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    66,567 miles
    Test number
    136174354156
    • NoteBoth front chassis legs showing signs of corrosion

  12. Pass65,269 miles (+1,297)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    65,269 miles
    Test number
    887386653105
    • NoteBoth front chassis legs showing signs of corrosion

  13. Pass63,972 miles (+55)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    63,972 miles
    Test number
    387078952137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Fail63,917 miles (+947)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,917 miles
    Test number
    215502052129
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass62,970 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    62,970 miles
    Test number
    786657141155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail62,961 miles (+1,404)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,961 miles
    Test number
    138755741186
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass61,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    61,557 miles
    Test number
    464874050145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail61,557 miles (+1,749)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,557 miles
    Test number
    734442750192
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass59,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    59,808 miles
    Test number
    891926959187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail59,805 miles (+1,868)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,805 miles
    Test number
    111056859183
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  21. Pass57,937 miles (+2,202)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    57,937 miles
    Test number
    683125858158
    • NoteOsf brake binding slightly

  22. Pass55,735 miles (+2,249)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    55,735 miles
    Test number
    832953147101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    53,486 miles
    Test number
    594918156150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T547 KCH

Does T547 KCH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T547 KCH expired on 8 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T547 KCH?
The MOT on T547 KCH expired on 8 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T547 KCH done?
T547 KCH was recorded at 79,245 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2022, an average of 1,626 miles a year.
Has T547 KCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T547 KCH has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2019.
Has the mileage on T547 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 T547 KCH find?
T547 KCH passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front coil spring corroded; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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