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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T709 RGHMOT history

T709 RGH is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 139,106 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Apr 2023
Mileage
139,106 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,781 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T709 RGH
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 9 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T709 RGH was last recorded at 139,106 miles on 26 Mar 2022, 4,141 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Apr 2010: 10,486 miles, lower than 98,722 miles on 8 Apr 2009.

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
134,965 miles · 10 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
4,141 miles
Average per year
3,781 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 139,106 miles
  • 2021 – 134,965 miles
  • 2019 – 132,409 miles
  • 2018 – 131,207 miles
  • 2017 – 127,723 miles
  • 2016 – 126,934 miles
  • 2014 – 126,675 miles
  • 2013 – 124,668 miles
  • 2012 – 118,588 miles
  • 2011 – 111,478 miles
  • 2010 – 10,486 miles
  • 2009 – 98,722 miles
  • 2008 – 91,307 miles
  • 2007 – 85,455 miles
  • 2006 – 78,586 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,106 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play nearside and offside (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play nearside and offside (5.3.4 (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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass139,106 miles (+4,141)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    139,106 miles
    Test number
    597938243808
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play nearside and offside (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass134,965 miles (+2,556)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    134,965 miles
    Test number
    412670365295
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass132,409 miles (+1,202)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    132,409 miles
    Test number
    206091556901
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is 2mm legal limit is 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is 2mm legal limit is 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is 2mm legal limit is 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is 2mm legal limit is 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass131,207 miles (+198)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    131,207 miles
    Test number
    631811064257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail131,009 miles (+3,286)7 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,009 miles
    Test number
    539438698339
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass127,723 miles (+789)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    127,723 miles
    Test number
    662417366326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass126,934 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    126,934 miles
    Test number
    775859957473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail126,933 miles (+258)4 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,933 miles
    Test number
    957365041336
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  9. Pass126,675 miles (+2,007)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    126,675 miles
    Test number
    166221984249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NotePassengers seat removed

  10. Pass124,668 miles (+6,080)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    124,668 miles
    Test number
    829067353115
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWheel arch liners fitted not allowing full inspection

  11. Pass118,588 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    118,588 miles
    Test number
    138789442147
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail118,588 miles (+7,110)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,588 miles
    Test number
    575166642118
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass111,478 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    111,478 miles
    Test number
    347000301196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  14. Fail111,472 miles (+100,986)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,472 miles
    Test number
    295000201179
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade heavily deteriorated

  15. Pass10,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    10,486 miles
    Test number
    233545200484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail10,486 miles (-88,236)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,486 miles
    Test number
    773610100186
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail98,722 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,722 miles
    Test number
    222178099033
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  18. Pass98,722 miles (+7,415)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    98,722 miles
    Test number
    311958399082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass91,307 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    91,307 miles
    Test number
    294420208483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail91,300 miles (+5,845)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,300 miles
    Test number
    430635498080
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass85,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    85,455 miles
    Test number
    563549957065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass85,455 miles (+6,869)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    85,455 miles
    Test number
    891484767075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass78,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    78,586 miles
    Test number
    402843086014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T709 RGH

Does T709 RGH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T709 RGH expired on 9 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T709 RGH?
The MOT on T709 RGH expired on 9 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T709 RGH done?
T709 RGH was recorded at 139,106 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2022, an average of 3,781 miles a year.
Has T709 RGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T709 RGH has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on T709 RGH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Apr 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T709 RGH find?
T709 RGH passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2022 with 4 advisories: front track rod end ball joint has slight play nearside and offside; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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