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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T745 WAEMOT history

T745 WAE is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 149,130 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Sept 2026
Mileage
149,130 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2025
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,481 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T745 WAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T745 WAE was last recorded at 149,130 miles on 22 Sept 2025, 1,324 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jun 2020: 137,865 miles, lower than 140,639 miles on 21 Apr 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
147,806 miles · 13 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,324 miles
Average per year
2,481 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,130 miles
  • 2024 – 147,806 miles
  • 2023 – 145,644 miles
  • 2022 – 143,021 miles
  • 2021 – 139,977 miles
  • 2020 – 137,865 miles
  • 2018 – 140,639 miles
  • 2017 – 138,767 miles
  • 2016 – 134,543 miles
  • 2015 – 130,941 miles
  • 2014 – 125,793 miles
  • 2013 – 120,519 miles
  • 2012 – 115,974 miles
  • 2011 – 110,423 miles
  • 2010 – 106,320 miles
  • 2009 – 105,431 miles
  • 2008 – 104,742 miles
  • 2007 – 103,227 miles
  • 2006 – 100,835 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,130 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill showing signs of corrosion under vehicles wrap (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill showing signs of corrosion under vehicles wrap (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,130 miles (+1,324)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    149,130 miles
    Test number
    362618343114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill showing signs of corrosion under vehicles wrap (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill showing signs of corrosion under vehicles wrap (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass147,806 miles (+2,162)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    147,806 miles
    Test number
    997461464477
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass145,644 miles (+2,623)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    145,644 miles
    Test number
    245743058976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass143,021 miles (+3,044)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    143,021 miles
    Test number
    166091478699
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear fog emitting slightly discoloured light

  5. Pass139,977 miles (+2,112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    139,977 miles
    Test number
    370613327590
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside anti roll bar link

  6. Pass137,865 miles (-2,774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    137,865 miles
    Test number
    739932375617
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive final drive seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass140,639 miles (+1,872)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    140,639 miles
    Test number
    765717038895
    • AdvisoryBrake pads getting thin
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes rusty
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cuts on inner side walls

  8. Pass138,767 miles (+4,224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    138,767 miles
    Test number
    210738503173
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass134,543 miles (+3,602)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    134,543 miles
    Test number
    296891369508
    • AdvisoryBoth number plates fading
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust braket rusty

  10. Pass130,941 miles (+5,148)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    130,941 miles
    Test number
    269847425432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass125,793 miles (+5,274)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    125,793 miles
    Test number
    258933924160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass120,519 miles (+4,545)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    120,519 miles
    Test number
    797670713179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail115,974 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,974 miles
    Test number
    399479312195
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass115,974 miles (+5,551)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    115,974 miles
    Test number
    807639312106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass110,423 miles (+4,103)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    110,423 miles
    Test number
    256549801480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass106,320 miles (+889)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    106,320 miles
    Test number
    444061730111
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass105,431 miles (+689)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    105,431 miles
    Test number
    112148009150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass104,742 miles (+1,515)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    104,742 miles
    Test number
    601913808161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass103,227 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    103,227 miles
    Test number
    421170207185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail103,207 miles (+2,372)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,207 miles
    Test number
    812756997066
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs in poor condition

  21. Fail100,835 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,835 miles
    Test number
    493996796006
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

  22. Pass100,835 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    100,835 miles
    Test number
    570196796024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Questions about T745 WAE

Does T745 WAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T745 WAE expired on 21 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T745 WAE?
The MOT on T745 WAE expired on 21 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T745 WAE done?
T745 WAE was recorded at 149,130 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2025, an average of 2,481 miles a year.
Has T745 WAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T745 WAE has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2012.
Has the mileage on T745 WAE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jun 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T745 WAE find?
T745 WAE passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2025 with 10 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside lower vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill showing signs of corrosion under vehicles wrap; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 7 more.

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