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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T686 KAJMOT history

T686 KAJ is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Jan 2023 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 95,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Jan 2023
Mileage
95,427 mi
At MOT on 4 Jan 2022
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T686 KAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T686 KAJ was last recorded at 95,427 miles on 4 Jan 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jul 2015: 87,779 miles, lower than 89,432 miles on 2 Jul 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
95,425 miles · 7 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 95,427 miles
  • 2021 – 95,425 miles
  • 2018 – 94,894 miles
  • 2016 – 93,751 miles
  • 2015 – 87,779 miles
  • 2014 – 89,432 miles
  • 2013 – 81,481 miles
  • 2012 – 74,286 miles
  • 2011 – 74,087 miles
  • 2010 – 72,224 miles
  • 2009 – 71,038 miles
  • 2008 – 68,548 miles
  • 2007 – 66,683 miles
  • 2006 – 65,524 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,427 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,427 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    95,427 miles
    Test number
    452113021973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass95,425 miles (+3)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    95,425 miles
    Test number
    778552561273
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth floors and inner sills slight corrosion

  3. Fail95,422 miles (+528)7 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,422 miles
    Test number
    514162923034
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill x2 (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth floors and inner sills slight corrosion

  4. Pass94,894 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    94,894 miles
    Test number
    321969899282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail94,893 miles (+1,142)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,893 miles
    Test number
    724148468033
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  6. Pass93,751 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    93,751 miles
    Test number
    474071420825
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to os and ns outer sills
    • AdvisoryOsf nsf headlights detoriated

  7. Fail93,739 miles (+5,960)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,739 miles
    Test number
    334263223572
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

  8. Pass87,779 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    87,779 miles
    Test number
    197030395168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on edges

  9. Fail87,779 miles (-1,653)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,779 miles
    Test number
    225010495176
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on edges

  10. Pass89,432 miles (+7,951)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    89,432 miles
    Test number
    298593284145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,481 miles (+7,195)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    81,481 miles
    Test number
    626545683131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,286 miles (+199)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    74,286 miles
    Test number
    279712592196
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  13. Pass74,087 miles (+1,863)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    74,087 miles
    Test number
    469866431278
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded on surfaces

  14. Pass72,224 miles (+1,186)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    72,224 miles
    Test number
    374003990287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,038 miles (+2,490)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    71,038 miles
    Test number
    601460109393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,548 miles (+1,865)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    68,548 miles
    Test number
    333260098453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroding and pitting
    • NoteRear outer sills corroding

  17. Pass66,683 miles (+1,159)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    66,683 miles
    Test number
    530421997255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass65,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    65,524 miles
    Test number
    270633436277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T686 KAJ

Does T686 KAJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T686 KAJ expired on 3 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T686 KAJ?
The MOT on T686 KAJ expired on 3 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T686 KAJ done?
T686 KAJ was recorded at 95,427 miles at its MOT on 4 Jan 2022, an average of 1,945 miles a year.
Has T686 KAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T686 KAJ has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on T686 KAJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Jul 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T686 KAJ find?
T686 KAJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Jan 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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