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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T748 AKPMOT history

T748 AKP is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 7 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 56,455 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
56,455 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,520 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T748 AKP
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
7 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T748 AKP was last recorded at 56,455 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 101 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,354 miles · 30 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
101 miles
Average per year
1,520 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,455 miles
  • 2025 – 54,527 miles
  • 2024 – 52,399 miles
  • 2023 – 51,126 miles
  • 2022 – 49,930 miles
  • 2021 – 49,065 miles
  • 2020 – 48,507 miles
  • 2019 – 46,709 miles
  • 2018 – 44,829 miles
  • 2017 – 43,120 miles
  • 2016 – 41,579 miles
  • 2015 – 40,189 miles
  • 2014 – 37,959 miles
  • 2013 – 36,143 miles
  • 2012 – 34,586 miles
  • 2011 – 33,026 miles
  • 2010 – 31,525 miles
  • 2009 – 29,791 miles
  • 2008 – 28,385 miles
  • 2007 – 27,009 miles
  • 2006 – 25,641 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,455 miles

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,455 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    56,455 miles
    Test number
    531663163657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail56,354 miles (+1,827)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,354 miles
    Test number
    705327119917
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass54,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    54,527 miles
    Test number
    120802686599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail54,527 miles (+2,128)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,527 miles
    Test number
    900710677892
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass52,399 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    52,399 miles
    Test number
    100518770078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail52,397 miles (+1,271)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,397 miles
    Test number
    937040621703
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass51,126 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    51,126 miles
    Test number
    359144146939
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail51,126 miles (+1,196)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,126 miles
    Test number
    532052563359
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass49,930 miles (+865)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    49,930 miles
    Test number
    418437488117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass49,065 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    49,065 miles
    Test number
    796380331235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail49,028 miles (+521)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,028 miles
    Test number
    272146505491
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass48,507 miles (+1,798)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    48,507 miles
    Test number
    745418188419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,709 miles (+1,880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    46,709 miles
    Test number
    705205479270
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass44,829 miles (+1,709)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    44,829 miles
    Test number
    762953335384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,120 miles (+1,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    43,120 miles
    Test number
    182366577568
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass41,579 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    41,579 miles
    Test number
    379891434628
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail41,579 miles (+1,390)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,579 miles
    Test number
    490771221153
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass40,189 miles (+2,230)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    40,189 miles
    Test number
    879430795075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteFront number plate damaged but still can be read
    • NoteO/s/f fog lamp not working
    • NoteSmall chips in windscreen

  19. Pass37,959 miles (+1,816)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    37,959 miles
    Test number
    995967194085
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRust on outer of rear wheel arches

  20. Pass36,143 miles (+1,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    36,143 miles
    Test number
    985126883046
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass34,586 miles (+1,560)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    34,586 miles
    Test number
    789115092080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,026 miles (+1,501)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    33,026 miles
    Test number
    229966291079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,525 miles (+1,734)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    31,525 miles
    Test number
    663160790020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,791 miles (+1,406)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    29,791 miles
    Test number
    774270599055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,385 miles (+1,376)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    28,385 miles
    Test number
    951439398043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,009 miles (+1,368)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    27,009 miles
    Test number
    501105697033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass25,641 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    25,641 miles
    Test number
    252840706486
    • NoteBoth rear tyres very low on tread & offside rear possibly punctured in two places.

Questions about T748 AKP

Does T748 AKP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T748 AKP is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T748 AKP?
The MOT on T748 AKP is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T748 AKP done?
T748 AKP was recorded at 56,455 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 1,520 miles a year.
Has T748 AKP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T748 AKP has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T748 AKP 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 T748 AKP find?
T748 AKP passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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