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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T740 YRRMOT history

T740 YRR is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 17 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 101,952 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
101,952 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,486 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T740 YRR
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
17 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T740 YRR was last recorded at 101,952 miles on 13 May 2026, 445 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,507 miles · 21 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
445 miles
Average per year
2,486 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,952 miles
  • 2022 – 101,507 miles
  • 2020 – 101,074 miles
  • 2019 – 99,651 miles
  • 2018 – 99,328 miles
  • 2017 – 98,038 miles
  • 2016 – 95,300 miles
  • 2015 – 93,271 miles
  • 2014 – 86,737 miles
  • 2013 – 86,667 miles
  • 2012 – 85,637 miles
  • 2010 – 80,695 miles
  • 2009 – 75,402 miles
  • 2008 – 67,880 miles
  • 2007 – 59,567 miles
  • 2006 – 52,178 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,952 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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 Rear outer sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,952 miles (+445)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    101,952 miles
    Test number
    334409485219
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass101,507 miles (+433)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    101,507 miles
    Test number
    562761950034
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension arms (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass101,074 miles (+1,423)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2021
    Odometer
    101,074 miles
    Test number
    586393893129
    • AdvisorySills, inner sills, under body, sub-frame, suspension arms, and various other components corroded

  4. Pass99,651 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    99,651 miles
    Test number
    777832431637
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner arches corroded

  5. Fail99,651 miles (+323)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,651 miles
    Test number
    212853917796
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced mid inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner arches

  6. Fail99,328 miles (+1,290)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,328 miles
    Test number
    606734765860
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass98,038 miles (+2,738)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    98,038 miles
    Test number
    559604221327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass95,300 miles (+2,029)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    95,300 miles
    Test number
    731838854438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,271 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,271 miles
    Test number
    635607085169
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteUnderbody undersealed

  10. Pass93,271 miles (+6,534)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    93,271 miles
    Test number
    715497385148
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteUnderbody undersealed

  11. Pass86,737 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    86,737 miles
    Test number
    216619694440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,667 miles (+1,030)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    86,667 miles
    Test number
    248172193124
    • NoteAdvise under body surface corrsion

  13. Pass85,637 miles (+4,942)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    85,637 miles
    Test number
    627709362224
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Pass80,695 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    80,695 miles
    Test number
    502255650163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail80,682 miles (+5,280)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,682 miles
    Test number
    420384050150
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass75,402 miles (+7,522)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    75,402 miles
    Test number
    240823869415
    • NoteSurface corossion n/s and o/s sills

  17. Pass67,880 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    67,880 miles
    Test number
    940708948115
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside outter sill getting weak

  18. Fail67,880 miles (+8,313)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,880 miles
    Test number
    230744448116
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • 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 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)
    • NoteOffside outter sill getting weak

  19. Pass59,567 miles (+7,389)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    59,567 miles
    Test number
    201195427461
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass52,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    52,178 miles
    Test number
    970364226113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T740 YRR

Does T740 YRR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T740 YRR is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T740 YRR?
The MOT on T740 YRR is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T740 YRR done?
T740 YRR was recorded at 101,952 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 2,486 miles a year.
Has T740 YRR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T740 YRR has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on T740 YRR 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 YRR find?
T740 YRR passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 1 advisory: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease.

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