Mazda MX-5
Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc
T635 MDWMOT history
T635 MDW is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 48,949 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 30 Apr 2027
- Mileage
- 48,949 mi
- At MOT on 1 May 2026
- MOT tests
- 20
- 13 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 1,407 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T635 MDW
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mazda
- Model
- MX-5
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,839 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 19 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 1 May 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T635 MDW was last recorded at 48,949 miles on 1 May 2026, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 48,922 miles · 29 Aug 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 27 miles
- Average per year
- 1,407 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 48,949 miles
- 2025 – 48,922 miles
- 2024 – 45,726 miles
- 2023 – 42,480 miles
- 2022 – 38,654 miles
- 2021 – 32,752 miles
- 2016 – 31,338 miles
- 2013 – 31,075 miles
- 2012 – 31,065 miles
- 2011 – 29,514 miles
- 2010 – 26,203 miles
- 2009 – 25,761 miles
- 2008 – 25,007 miles
- 2007 – 22,548 miles
- 2006 – 20,688 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass48,949 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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.
Driver's airbag missing
Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
20 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass48,949 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Apr 2027
- Odometer
- 48,949 miles
- Test number
- 973593312196
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail48,949 miles (+27)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 48,949 miles
- Test number
- 786809880008
- Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Fail48,922 miles (+3,196)2 dangerous2 major11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 48,922 miles
- Test number
- 367950652829
- DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront subframe corrored
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive corrored (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass45,726 miles11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 45,726 miles
- Test number
- 244974560924
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper 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 Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail45,726 miles (+3,246)2 dangerous3 major11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 45,726 miles
- Test number
- 699982974203
- DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper 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 Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass42,480 miles (+120)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 42,480 miles
- Test number
- 604712928917
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail42,360 miles (+3,706)1 dangerous10 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 42,360 miles
- Test number
- 313998048232
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
- MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass38,654 miles (+5,902)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Aug 2023
- Odometer
- 38,654 miles
- Test number
- 462004271646
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOuter and inner sills surface corrosion
Pass32,752 miles (+1,414)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Aug 2022
- Odometer
- 32,752 miles
- Test number
- 288557715790
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded and undersealed
Pass31,338 miles (+6)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 31,338 miles
- Test number
- 209060578805
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (2.4.G.1)
Fail31,332 miles (+257)6 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 31,332 miles
- Test number
- 683945387416
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar missing drop link (2.4.G.1)
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
- FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)
- FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (2.4.G.1)
Fail31,075 miles (+10)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 31,075 miles
- Test number
- 737599313100
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Pass31,065 miles (+1,551)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 31,065 miles
- Test number
- 217170572466
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass29,514 miles (+3,311)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 29,514 miles
- Test number
- 257760911149
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass26,203 miles (+442)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 26,203 miles
- Test number
- 994454710168
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass25,761 miles (+754)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 25,761 miles
- Test number
- 430621519184
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass25,007 miles (+2,459)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Apr 2009
- Odometer
- 25,007 miles
- Test number
- 274083718475
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass22,548 miles (+1,860)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Apr 2008
- Odometer
- 22,548 miles
- Test number
- 200959307465
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass20,688 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 20,688 miles
- Test number
- 213151196058
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail20,688 miles2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 20,688 miles
- Test number
- 524561496026
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Questions about T635 MDW
- Does T635 MDW currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T635 MDW is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T635 MDW?
- The MOT on T635 MDW is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T635 MDW done?
- T635 MDW was recorded at 48,949 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 1,407 miles a year.
- Has T635 MDW ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T635 MDW has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2026.
- Has the mileage on T635 MDW 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 T635 MDW find?
- T635 MDW passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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