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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T628 SDLMOT history

T628 SDL is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 25 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 103,787 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Aug 2026
Mileage
103,787 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,519 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T628 SDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T628 SDL was last recorded at 103,787 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 2,896 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,891 miles · 1 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,896 miles
Average per year
2,519 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,787 miles
  • 2025 – 100,891 miles
  • 2024 – 98,526 miles
  • 2023 – 96,648 miles
  • 2022 – 94,210 miles
  • 2021 – 89,639 miles
  • 2020 – 85,719 miles
  • 2019 – 82,657 miles
  • 2018 – 78,181 miles
  • 2017 – 72,195 miles
  • 2016 – 70,570 miles
  • 2015 – 68,381 miles
  • 2014 – 66,524 miles
  • 2013 – 64,418 miles
  • 2012 – 63,307 miles
  • 2010 – 62,431 miles
  • 2009 – 61,023 miles
  • 2008 – 59,037 miles
  • 2007 – 56,351 miles
  • 2006 – 52,335 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail103,787 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear subframe and rear suspension components corroding

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Offside Rear sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail103,787 miles (+2,896)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,787 miles
    Test number
    116202698223
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and rear suspension components corroding

  2. Pass100,891 miles (+2,365)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    100,891 miles
    Test number
    502696682253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass98,526 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    98,526 miles
    Test number
    876794889378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail98,502 miles (+1,854)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,502 miles
    Test number
    913684157235
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))

  5. Pass96,648 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    96,648 miles
    Test number
    652584314350
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill corroded

  6. Fail96,623 miles (+2,413)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,623 miles
    Test number
    780751954758
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill corroded

  7. Pass94,210 miles (+4,571)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    94,210 miles
    Test number
    803479089091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,639 miles (+3,920)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    89,639 miles
    Test number
    736268255811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass85,719 miles (+3,062)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    85,719 miles
    Test number
    254342263654
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass82,657 miles (+4,476)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,657 miles
    Test number
    506274255231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,181 miles (+93)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    78,181 miles
    Test number
    816015205983
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail78,088 miles (+5,893)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,088 miles
    Test number
    604660572464
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass72,195 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    72,195 miles
    Test number
    594933877054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail72,191 miles (+1,621)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,191 miles
    Test number
    446407249990
    • FailureHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass70,570 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    70,570 miles
    Test number
    198177397844
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail70,570 miles (+2,189)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,570 miles
    Test number
    185675635512
    • FailureHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail68,381 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,381 miles
    Test number
    407406595174
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass68,381 miles (+1,857)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    68,381 miles
    Test number
    889966895198
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass66,524 miles (+2,106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    66,524 miles
    Test number
    977036294137
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass64,418 miles (+1,111)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    64,418 miles
    Test number
    425723893142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,307 miles (+18)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    63,307 miles
    Test number
    548993692151
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle components surface corrosion, recommend wax oil

  22. Fail63,289 miles (+858)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,289 miles
    Test number
    258037382149
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle components surface corrosion, recommend wax oil

  23. Pass62,431 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    62,431 miles
    Test number
    480010710298
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAdvance handbrake travel
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion around front and rear suspension
    • NoteRear discs slightly pitted

  24. Fail62,431 miles (+1,408)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,431 miles
    Test number
    750760110292
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAdvance handbrake travel
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion around front and rear suspension
    • NoteRear discs slightly pitted

  25. Pass61,023 miles (+1,986)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    61,023 miles
    Test number
    894498589192
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion in various places under vehicle

  26. Pass59,037 miles (+3)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    59,037 miles
    Test number
    302011198180
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteSlight handbrake travel

  27. Fail59,034 miles (+2,683)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,034 miles
    Test number
    252330298466
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteSlight handbrake travel

  28. Pass56,351 miles (+4,016)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    56,351 miles
    Test number
    884697917197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass52,335 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    52,335 miles
    Test number
    310402916103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside wiper starting to split but clearing screen

Questions about T628 SDL

Does T628 SDL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T628 SDL expired on 31 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T628 SDL?
The MOT on T628 SDL expired on 31 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T628 SDL done?
T628 SDL was recorded at 103,787 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 2,519 miles a year.
Has T628 SDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T628 SDL has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T628 SDL 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 T628 SDL find?
T628 SDL failed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch; offside parking brake inoperative on one side; offside suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill, and 4 more.

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