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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T740 DDMMOT history

T740 DDM is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 60,765 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
60,765 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,285 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T740 DDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T740 DDM was last recorded at 60,765 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 141 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,624 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
141 miles
Average per year
1,285 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,765 miles
  • 2025 – 60,624 miles
  • 2024 – 60,348 miles
  • 2023 – 60,204 miles
  • 2022 – 59,931 miles
  • 2020 – 59,116 miles
  • 2019 – 58,621 miles
  • 2018 – 57,866 miles
  • 2017 – 55,604 miles
  • 2016 – 54,973 miles
  • 2015 – 53,876 miles
  • 2011 – 51,808 miles
  • 2010 – 50,185 miles
  • 2009 – 46,289 miles
  • 2008 – 42,830 miles
  • 2007 – 38,989 miles
  • 2006 – 35,181 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,765 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    60,765 miles
    Test number
    941771473838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail60,765 miles (+141)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,765 miles
    Test number
    354609233250
    • Repaired at testCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass60,624 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    60,624 miles
    Test number
    390128307548
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on the underside of vehicle

  4. Fail60,621 miles (+273)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,621 miles
    Test number
    396020208983
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on the underside of vehicle

  5. Pass60,348 miles (+16)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    60,348 miles
    Test number
    576880237828
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on the underside of the vehicle

  6. Fail60,332 miles (+128)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,332 miles
    Test number
    369296783209
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on the underside of vehicle.

  7. Pass60,204 miles (+273)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    60,204 miles
    Test number
    401201751621
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on the underside of vehicle

  8. Pass59,931 miles (+815)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    59,931 miles
    Test number
    723103546377
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass59,116 miles (+495)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    59,116 miles
    Test number
    373819904965
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass58,621 miles (+755)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    58,621 miles
    Test number
    758106534379
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system very rusty

  11. Pass57,866 miles (+2,262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    57,866 miles
    Test number
    465248206863
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass55,604 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    55,604 miles
    Test number
    958861593592
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion offside sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail55,604 miles (+631)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,604 miles
    Test number
    796644778594
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion offside sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass54,973 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    54,973 miles
    Test number
    415462268341
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

  15. Fail54,968 miles (+1,092)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,968 miles
    Test number
    471053466680
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass53,876 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,876 miles
    Test number
    595755985024
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail53,872 miles (+2,064)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,872 miles
    Test number
    786367975017
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass51,808 miles (+41)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    51,808 miles
    Test number
    228708231106
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail51,767 miles (+1,582)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,767 miles
    Test number
    365670731145
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass50,185 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    50,185 miles
    Test number
    414587230101
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)
    • NoteBoth front inner brake discs getting corroded around outer edges.
    • NoteSome rubber bushs getting perished on suspension(etc).

  21. Fail50,184 miles (+3,895)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,184 miles
    Test number
    562257930139
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)
    • NoteBoth front inner brake discs getting corroded around outer edges.
    • NoteMetal brake
    • NoteSome rubber bushs getting perished on suspension(etc).

  22. Pass46,289 miles (+3,459)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,289 miles
    Test number
    254560549426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,830 miles (+3,841)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    42,830 miles
    Test number
    904338528172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,989 miles (+3,808)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    38,989 miles
    Test number
    333330527108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split on edge

  25. Fail35,181 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,181 miles
    Test number
    204868206424
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre low tread of 2mm

  26. Pass35,181 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    35,181 miles
    Test number
    310668406132
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre low tread of 2mm

Questions about T740 DDM

Does T740 DDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T740 DDM is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T740 DDM?
The MOT on T740 DDM is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T740 DDM done?
T740 DDM was recorded at 60,765 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 1,285 miles a year.
Has T740 DDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T740 DDM has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T740 DDM 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 T740 DDM find?
T740 DDM passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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