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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T743 KOGMOT history

T743 KOG is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Jun 2025 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 135,533 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Jun 2025
Mileage
135,533 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2024
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T743 KOG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
29 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T743 KOG was last recorded at 135,533 miles on 29 May 2024, 1,916 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,617 miles · 8 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
1,916 miles
Average per year
4,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 135,533 miles
  • 2023 – 133,617 miles
  • 2017 – 128,619 miles
  • 2016 – 125,668 miles
  • 2015 – 123,180 miles
  • 2014 – 120,233 miles
  • 2013 – 116,583 miles
  • 2012 – 112,191 miles
  • 2011 – 110,267 miles
  • 2010 – 96,878 miles
  • 2009 – 78,967 miles
  • 2008 – 65,135 miles
  • 2007 – 55,492 miles
  • 2006 – 47,509 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,533 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and both lower suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and both lower suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear outer sills and rear wheel arches (6.2.2 (d) (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.

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear brake pads low both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass135,533 miles (+1,916)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    135,533 miles
    Test number
    572193027028
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and both lower suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and both lower suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear outer sills and rear wheel arches (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass133,617 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    133,617 miles
    Test number
    532886366373
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and both suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn from inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and upper and lower suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear sills and rear wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail133,617 miles (+4,998)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,617 miles
    Test number
    291181977847
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and both suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn from inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and upper and lower suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear sills and rear wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass128,619 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    128,619 miles
    Test number
    933511475824
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWelding covered in sealer not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low both sides

  5. Fail128,619 miles (+2,951)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,619 miles
    Test number
    864984375657
    • FailureNearside Outer Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both n/s/missing (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low both sides

  6. Pass125,668 miles (+2,488)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    125,668 miles
    Test number
    237194188357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass123,180 miles (+2,947)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    123,180 miles
    Test number
    209535935119
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  8. Pass120,233 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    120,233 miles
    Test number
    395385234178
    • 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)

  9. Fail120,231 miles (+3,648)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,231 miles
    Test number
    875015934190
    • FailureFront Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • 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)

  10. Pass116,583 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    116,583 miles
    Test number
    398095033194
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail116,581 miles (+4,390)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,581 miles
    Test number
    126425633109
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass112,191 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    112,191 miles
    Test number
    628327132163
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  13. Fail112,189 miles (+1,922)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,189 miles
    Test number
    659385232111
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  14. Pass110,267 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    110,267 miles
    Test number
    107348881190
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  15. Fail110,267 miles (+13,389)6 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,267 miles
    Test number
    685028881129
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  16. Pass96,878 miles (+774)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    96,878 miles
    Test number
    702160130170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail96,104 miles (+17,137)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,104 miles
    Test number
    283277810170
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

  18. Fail78,967 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,967 miles
    Test number
    752031539164
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass78,967 miles (+13,832)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    78,967 miles
    Test number
    832821439190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass65,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    65,135 miles
    Test number
    310560338128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail65,135 miles (+9,643)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,135 miles
    Test number
    790270038134
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass55,492 miles (+7,983)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2008
    Odometer
    55,492 miles
    Test number
    942534327119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    47,509 miles
    Test number
    794990446116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T743 KOG

Does T743 KOG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T743 KOG expired on 7 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T743 KOG?
The MOT on T743 KOG expired on 7 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T743 KOG done?
T743 KOG was recorded at 135,533 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2024, an average of 4,883 miles a year.
Has T743 KOG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T743 KOG has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T743 KOG 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 T743 KOG find?
T743 KOG passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front coil spring corroded both sides; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and both lower suspension arms corroded, and 2 more.

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