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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T72 MGPMOT history

T72 MGP is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 66,639 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
66,639 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,656 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T72 MGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T72 MGP was last recorded at 66,639 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 4,040 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,599 miles · 8 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,040 miles
Average per year
1,656 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,639 miles
  • 2025 – 62,599 miles
  • 2024 – 59,200 miles
  • 2023 – 59,156 miles
  • 2022 – 58,989 miles
  • 2021 – 57,994 miles
  • 2019 – 55,851 miles
  • 2018 – 54,281 miles
  • 2017 – 52,673 miles
  • 2016 – 50,389 miles
  • 2015 – 48,241 miles
  • 2014 – 46,260 miles
  • 2013 – 44,603 miles
  • 2012 – 42,583 miles
  • 2011 – 41,030 miles
  • 2010 – 39,608 miles
  • 2009 – 37,995 miles
  • 2008 – 36,403 miles
  • 2007 – 34,963 miles
  • 2006 – 33,069 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,639 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre box split (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill/wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion on most suspension components
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion underside of vehicle

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.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,639 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    66,639 miles
    Test number
    170980339820
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre box split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill/wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on most suspension components
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underside of vehicle

  2. Fail66,639 miles (+4,040)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,639 miles
    Test number
    130728553297
    • Repaired at testCentral Upper Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre box split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill/wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on most suspension components
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underside of vehicle

  3. Pass62,599 miles (+3,399)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    62,599 miles
    Test number
    348402612824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass59,200 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    59,200 miles
    Test number
    431767316019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass59,156 miles (+6)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    59,156 miles
    Test number
    573670933108
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail59,150 miles (+161)3 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,150 miles
    Test number
    287865900629
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass58,989 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    58,989 miles
    Test number
    955677320156
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch/sill cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch/sill cover corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail58,988 miles (+994)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,988 miles
    Test number
    241211913354
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch/sill cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch/sill cover corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass57,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    57,994 miles
    Test number
    249202716142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail57,994 miles (+2,143)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,994 miles
    Test number
    589232206531
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass55,851 miles (+1,570)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    55,851 miles
    Test number
    501789602624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,281 miles (+1,608)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    54,281 miles
    Test number
    574940497865
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAfter market steering wheel fitted without the airbag
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVarious body and chassie areas coroded

  13. Pass52,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    52,673 miles
    Test number
    908948467632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail52,673 miles (+2,284)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,673 miles
    Test number
    813400432634
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass50,389 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    50,389 miles
    Test number
    682646783587
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre cracked around inner edge

  16. Fail50,387 miles (+2,146)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,387 miles
    Test number
    361143727671
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure broken (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre cracked around inner edge

  17. Pass48,241 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    48,241 miles
    Test number
    677811425038
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking
    • NoteRear inner sills had advanced corrosion
    • NoteServo has advanced corrosion

  18. Fail48,241 miles (+1,981)2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,241 miles
    Test number
    886991425006
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking
    • NoteRear inner sills had advanced corrosion
    • NoteServo has advanced corrosion

  19. Pass46,260 miles (+1,657)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    46,260 miles
    Test number
    478276014089
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOsr tyre is perished and cracked

  20. Pass44,603 miles (+2,020)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    44,603 miles
    Test number
    675501023029
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass42,583 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    42,583 miles
    Test number
    799937912015
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has slight damage to inner wall

  22. Fail42,583 miles (+1,553)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,583 miles
    Test number
    235806512055
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted to passenger seat
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has slight damage to inner wall

  23. Pass41,030 miles (+1,422)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    41,030 miles
    Test number
    496949311026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,608 miles (+1,613)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    39,608 miles
    Test number
    574228810010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail37,995 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,995 miles
    Test number
    553516919002
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  26. Pass37,995 miles (+1,592)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    37,995 miles
    Test number
    824846719056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  27. Pass36,403 miles (+1,440)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    36,403 miles
    Test number
    131574518003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    34,963 miles
    Test number
    100886117039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail34,963 miles (+1,894)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,963 miles
    Test number
    602556217059
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteFront brake pads worn close to limit
    • NoteRear brake pads worn close to limit

  30. Pass33,069 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    33,069 miles
    Test number
    882262316006
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteRear brake pads low

Questions about T72 MGP

Does T72 MGP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T72 MGP is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T72 MGP?
The MOT on T72 MGP is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T72 MGP done?
T72 MGP was recorded at 66,639 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 1,656 miles a year.
Has T72 MGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T72 MGP has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T72 MGP 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 T72 MGP find?
T72 MGP passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box split, and 5 more.

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