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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T714 STAMOT history

T714 STA is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 109,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2026
Mileage
109,690 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,049 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T714 STA
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
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T714 STA was last recorded at 109,690 miles on 31 Oct 2025, 939 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,751 miles · 2 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
939 miles
Average per year
3,049 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 109,690 miles
  • 2024 – 108,751 miles
  • 2022 – 108,279 miles
  • 2021 – 107,059 miles
  • 2020 – 107,052 miles
  • 2019 – 103,122 miles
  • 2018 – 100,707 miles
  • 2017 – 97,764 miles
  • 2016 – 94,997 miles
  • 2015 – 92,325 miles
  • 2014 – 89,249 miles
  • 2013 – 85,914 miles
  • 2012 – 82,744 miles
  • 2011 – 78,339 miles
  • 2010 – 71,457 miles
  • 2009 – 65,784 miles
  • 2008 – 61,122 miles
  • 2007 – 55,379 miles
  • 2006 – 50,401 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,690 miles
  • AdvisoryAftermarket suspension fitted
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass109,690 miles (+939)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    109,690 miles
    Test number
    433625059098
    • AdvisoryAftermarket suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass108,751 miles (+472)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    108,751 miles
    Test number
    716662767396
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Radiator top hose
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle including front and rear subframes
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Corner of boot floor/rear arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass108,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    108,279 miles
    Test number
    792622562492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail108,279 miles (+1,220)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,279 miles
    Test number
    817209321894
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass107,059 miles (+7)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    107,059 miles
    Test number
    138505763642
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail107,052 miles (+3,930)5 dangerous6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,052 miles
    Test number
    320675325153
    • DangerousBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass103,122 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    103,122 miles
    Test number
    343365251305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail103,122 miles (+2,415)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,122 miles
    Test number
    267832388540
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass100,707 miles (+2,943)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    100,707 miles
    Test number
    301426094780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass97,764 miles (+2,767)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    97,764 miles
    Test number
    250750346491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass94,997 miles (+2,672)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    94,997 miles
    Test number
    619581691752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,325 miles (+3,076)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    92,325 miles
    Test number
    858121825194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront lower suspension arms slightly corroded

  13. Pass89,249 miles (+3,335)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    89,249 miles
    Test number
    388790844179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  14. Pass85,914 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    85,914 miles
    Test number
    157789943164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail85,824 miles (+3,080)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,824 miles
    Test number
    879996733126
    • 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)

  16. Pass82,744 miles (+4,405)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    82,744 miles
    Test number
    756835742155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    78,339 miles
    Test number
    397852531113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail78,339 miles (+6,882)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,339 miles
    Test number
    536940831179
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  19. Fail71,457 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,457 miles
    Test number
    372627920147
    • Repaired at testOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Repaired at testFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  20. Pass71,457 miles (+5,673)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    71,457 miles
    Test number
    740997520180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  21. Fail65,784 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,784 miles
    Test number
    270327329128
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass65,784 miles (+4,662)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    65,784 miles
    Test number
    844227129182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,122 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    61,122 miles
    Test number
    831063438141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail61,110 miles (+5,731)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,110 miles
    Test number
    730297528102
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  25. Pass55,379 miles (+4,978)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    55,379 miles
    Test number
    660284447193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,401 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    50,401 miles
    Test number
    564452646167
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail50,401 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,401 miles
    Test number
    862762446108
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T714 STA

Does T714 STA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T714 STA is valid until 1 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T714 STA?
The MOT on T714 STA is valid until 1 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T714 STA done?
T714 STA was recorded at 109,690 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 3,049 miles a year.
Has T714 STA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T714 STA has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T714 STA 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 T714 STA find?
T714 STA passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with 6 advisories: aftermarket suspension fitted; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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