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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T736 RPLMOT history

T736 RPL is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 89,653 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
89,653 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,693 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T736 RPL
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T736 RPL was last recorded at 89,653 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 8,182 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,471 miles · 22 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,182 miles
Average per year
2,693 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,653 miles
  • 2025 – 81,471 miles
  • 2024 – 71,774 miles
  • 2022 – 71,620 miles
  • 2019 – 71,441 miles
  • 2018 – 71,268 miles
  • 2017 – 70,211 miles
  • 2016 – 69,429 miles
  • 2015 – 68,069 miles
  • 2014 – 66,138 miles
  • 2013 – 63,952 miles
  • 2012 – 61,919 miles
  • 2011 – 60,709 miles
  • 2010 – 55,926 miles
  • 2009 – 52,617 miles
  • 2008 – 48,790 miles
  • 2007 – 41,778 miles
  • 2006 – 36,236 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,653 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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 both front tyres are cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Under body has surface rust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass89,653 miles (+8,182)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    89,653 miles
    Test number
    448790180151
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass81,471 miles (+9,697)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    81,471 miles
    Test number
    791629857307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass71,774 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    71,774 miles
    Test number
    158095031297
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres are cracking
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body has surface rust

  4. Fail71,774 miles (+154)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,774 miles
    Test number
    197263699163
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres are cracking
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body has surface rust

  5. Pass71,620 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    71,620 miles
    Test number
    715655274756
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material vehicle heavily under sealed brake pipes suspension parts front and back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail71,620 miles (+179)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,620 miles
    Test number
    621909708989
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material vehicle heavily under sealed brake pipes suspension parts front and back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass71,441 miles (+173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,441 miles
    Test number
    984063243296
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass71,268 miles (+1,057)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    71,268 miles
    Test number
    495291422934
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel tight to rotate
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  9. Pass70,211 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    70,211 miles
    Test number
    270176435759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,198 miles (+769)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    70,198 miles
    Test number
    553493684212
    • AdvisoryShowing corrosion front end of offside and nearside main chassis legs

  11. Pass69,429 miles (+1,360)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    69,429 miles
    Test number
    806370353285
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs show some corrosion/pitting inner faces

  12. Pass68,069 miles (+1,931)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    68,069 miles
    Test number
    832044708758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,138 miles (+2,186)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,138 miles
    Test number
    665777214236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,952 miles (+2,033)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    63,952 miles
    Test number
    806324103207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,919 miles (+1,210)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    61,919 miles
    Test number
    497400222222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,709 miles (+4,783)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    60,709 miles
    Test number
    116716771160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,926 miles (+3,309)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    55,926 miles
    Test number
    192849450190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs rusty/pitted
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  18. Pass52,617 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    52,617 miles
    Test number
    240076279188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly perished

  19. Fail52,617 miles (+3,827)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,617 miles
    Test number
    402006279152
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly perished

  20. Pass48,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    48,790 miles
    Test number
    662745178156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,790 miles (+7,012)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,790 miles
    Test number
    721775178162
    • 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)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  22. Pass41,778 miles (+5,542)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    41,778 miles
    Test number
    213828577126
    • NoteAdvise slight damage to offside rear outer tyre wall

  23. Pass36,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    36,236 miles
    Test number
    452042976106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T736 RPL

Does T736 RPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T736 RPL is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T736 RPL?
The MOT on T736 RPL is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T736 RPL done?
T736 RPL was recorded at 89,653 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 2,693 miles a year.
Has T736 RPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T736 RPL has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T736 RPL 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 T736 RPL find?
T736 RPL passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear outer cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill; offside rear outer cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill; oil leak, but not excessive.

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