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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T721 TCDMOT history

T721 TCD is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 96,549 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jun 2027
Mileage
96,549 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,114 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T721 TCD
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
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T721 TCD was last recorded at 96,549 miles on 12 May 2026, 11,419 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,130 miles · 7 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
11,419 miles
Average per year
3,114 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,549 miles
  • 2025 – 85,130 miles
  • 2024 – 76,530 miles
  • 2022 – 74,185 miles
  • 2021 – 71,359 miles
  • 2020 – 71,346 miles
  • 2019 – 67,061 miles
  • 2018 – 64,232 miles
  • 2017 – 61,686 miles
  • 2016 – 58,821 miles
  • 2015 – 56,517 miles
  • 2014 – 54,035 miles
  • 2013 – 51,636 miles
  • 2012 – 48,945 miles
  • 2011 – 47,061 miles
  • 2010 – 43,990 miles
  • 2009 – 41,686 miles
  • 2008 – 38,995 miles
  • 2007 – 36,188 miles
  • 2006 – 33,608 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,549 miles
  • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Undersurface (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass96,549 miles (+11,419)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    96,549 miles
    Test number
    813225204591
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Undersurface (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass85,130 miles (+8,600)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    85,130 miles
    Test number
    524275759523
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has underseal

  3. Pass76,530 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    76,530 miles
    Test number
    554233772792
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear parts of the outer sills corroded(outside of prescribed areas)
    • AdvisoryDifferent size wheels and tyres fitted from front rear
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres heavily worn on the inner edges of the tread
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension components corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside seat missing
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch Both front

  4. Fail76,530 miles (+2,345)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,530 miles
    Test number
    728874911238
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear parts of the outer sills corroded(outside of prescribed areas)
    • AdvisoryDifferent size wheels and tyres fitted from front rear
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres heavily worn on the inner edges of the tread
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension components corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside seat missing
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch Both front

  5. Pass74,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    74,185 miles
    Test number
    434934851595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail74,185 miles (+2,826)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,185 miles
    Test number
    311545356605
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass71,359 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    71,359 miles
    Test number
    698539455222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass71,346 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    71,346 miles
    Test number
    637249342206
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner rear sills excessively corroded but not prescribed area

  9. Fail71,346 miles (+583)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,346 miles
    Test number
    718548028511
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner rear sills excessively corroded but not prescribed area

  10. Pass70,763 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    70,763 miles
    Test number
    994874090242
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail70,761 miles (+3,700)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,761 miles
    Test number
    273327569710
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass67,061 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    67,061 miles
    Test number
    305492549427
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail67,057 miles (+2,825)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,057 miles
    Test number
    591681068932
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen No beam Patten (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen No beam Patten (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass64,232 miles (+2,546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    64,232 miles
    Test number
    654688506262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass61,686 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    61,686 miles
    Test number
    800074910218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail61,683 miles (+2,862)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,683 miles
    Test number
    996627002450
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass58,821 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    58,821 miles
    Test number
    180083670209
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail58,821 miles (+2,304)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,821 miles
    Test number
    899156469397
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass56,517 miles (+2,482)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    56,517 miles
    Test number
    106439645435
    • NoteFront brake pads are getting low
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has minor sidewall damage
    • NoteO/s/r and n/s/f brakes have a slight resistance when turned
    • NoteRear brake pads are getting low
    • NoteRear suspension bushes are worn

  20. Pass54,035 miles (+2,399)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    54,035 miles
    Test number
    398887354061
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc slightly corroded

  21. Pass51,636 miles (+2,691)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    51,636 miles
    Test number
    796715033043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,945 miles (+1,884)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    48,945 miles
    Test number
    125467632088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,061 miles (+3,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    47,061 miles
    Test number
    305789331096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass43,990 miles (+2,304)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    43,990 miles
    Test number
    891751540022
    • NoteAll pads getting low
    • NoteHandbrake lever high

  25. Pass41,686 miles (+2,691)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    41,686 miles
    Test number
    202787859019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,995 miles (+2,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    38,995 miles
    Test number
    780639248023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  27. Pass36,188 miles (+2,580)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    36,188 miles
    Test number
    632568457033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass33,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    33,608 miles
    Test number
    310995556034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T721 TCD

Does T721 TCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T721 TCD is valid until 6 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T721 TCD?
The MOT on T721 TCD is valid until 6 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T721 TCD done?
T721 TCD was recorded at 96,549 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 3,114 miles a year.
Has T721 TCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T721 TCD has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T721 TCD 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 T721 TCD find?
T721 TCD passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 4 advisories: cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security undersurface; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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