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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T679 NWLMOT history

T679 NWL is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 99,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
99,694 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,765 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T679 NWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T679 NWL was last recorded at 99,694 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 4,921 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,773 miles · 25 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
4,921 miles
Average per year
2,765 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,694 miles
  • 2024 – 94,773 miles
  • 2023 – 89,720 miles
  • 2021 – 81,211 miles
  • 2020 – 76,635 miles
  • 2019 – 70,359 miles
  • 2018 – 68,685 miles
  • 2017 – 66,971 miles
  • 2016 – 64,558 miles
  • 2014 – 63,867 miles
  • 2013 – 62,203 miles
  • 2012 – 60,718 miles
  • 2011 – 59,092 miles
  • 2010 – 55,893 miles
  • 2009 – 53,251 miles
  • 2008 – 51,361 miles
  • 2007 – 48,671 miles
  • 2006 – 45,854 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,694 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass99,694 miles (+4,921)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    99,694 miles
    Test number
    124085237097
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass94,773 miles (+5,053)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    94,773 miles
    Test number
    542524991737
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass89,720 miles (+8,509)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    89,720 miles
    Test number
    604460528186
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass81,211 miles (+4,576)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    81,211 miles
    Test number
    101254738140
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass76,635 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    76,635 miles
    Test number
    783989609191
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail76,634 miles (+1,839)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,634 miles
    Test number
    967623120527
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass74,795 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2021
    Odometer
    74,795 miles
    Test number
    114977193051
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail74,795 miles (+4,436)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,795 miles
    Test number
    293570557739
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass70,359 miles (+1,674)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    70,359 miles
    Test number
    377189309935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,685 miles (+1,714)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    68,685 miles
    Test number
    354686269861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass66,971 miles (+2,413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    66,971 miles
    Test number
    566567918191
    • AdvisoryAll of the tyres are starting to perish
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wall cracked

  12. Pass64,558 miles (+691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    64,558 miles
    Test number
    740674211796
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass63,867 miles (+1,664)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    63,867 miles
    Test number
    717726384106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,203 miles (+1,485)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    62,203 miles
    Test number
    958182383188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass60,718 miles (+1,626)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    60,718 miles
    Test number
    457985772130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,092 miles (+62)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    59,092 miles
    Test number
    247660281455
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNoisey o/s front wheel bearing

  17. Fail59,030 miles (+3,137)1 dangerous2 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,030 miles
    Test number
    106566471141
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass55,893 miles (+2,642)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    55,893 miles
    Test number
    680104170199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,251 miles (+1,890)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    53,251 miles
    Test number
    393699789124
    • AdvisorySteering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

  20. Pass51,361 miles (+2,690)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    51,361 miles
    Test number
    552035178109
    • NoteBOTH N/SIDE & O/SIDE CHASSIS RAILS DAMAGED

  21. Fail48,671 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,671 miles
    Test number
    161593967151
    • Repaired at testSteering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteBoth Chassis Rails Are Damaged

  22. Pass48,671 miles (+2,817)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    48,671 miles
    Test number
    971543267169
    • NoteBoth Chassis Rails Are Damaged

  23. Pass45,854 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    45,854 miles
    Test number
    732205366185
    • NoteThe chassis rails running along either side of the car are damaged - Also there is distortion showing in the N/S Rear hub all pointing to the fact that the car has been in a accident at sometime

  24. Fail45,854 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,854 miles
    Test number
    131240266108
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Questions about T679 NWL

Does T679 NWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T679 NWL is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T679 NWL?
The MOT on T679 NWL is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T679 NWL done?
T679 NWL was recorded at 99,694 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 2,765 miles a year.
Has T679 NWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T679 NWL has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on T679 NWL 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 T679 NWL find?
T679 NWL passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 5 more.

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