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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T789 KGNMOT history

T789 KGN is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 8 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 63,777 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
63,777 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,813 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T789 KGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T789 KGN was last recorded at 63,777 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 204 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,573 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
204 miles
Average per year
1,813 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,777 miles
  • 2025 – 63,573 miles
  • 2024 – 63,240 miles
  • 2023 – 63,225 miles
  • 2022 – 62,499 miles
  • 2021 – 61,989 miles
  • 2020 – 61,199 miles
  • 2019 – 59,190 miles
  • 2018 – 52,966 miles
  • 2017 – 46,421 miles
  • 2016 – 40,146 miles
  • 2015 – 33,230 miles
  • 2014 – 29,335 miles
  • 2013 – 29,239 miles
  • 2012 – 28,967 miles
  • 2011 – 28,303 miles
  • 2010 – 28,200 miles
  • 2009 – 28,129 miles
  • 2008 – 28,033 miles
  • 2007 – 27,895 miles
  • 2006 – 27,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,777 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorTyre obviously under inflated All soft PRS (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight binding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened All both front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,777 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    63,777 miles
    Test number
    689122629412
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated All soft PRS (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight binding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened All both front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail63,777 miles (+204)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,777 miles
    Test number
    373523410279
    • DangerousRear Road wheel more than one fixing loose Both (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated All soft PRS (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight binding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened All both front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass63,573 miles (+333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    63,573 miles
    Test number
    113774591596
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass63,240 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    63,240 miles
    Test number
    128621089272
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded, rear pipe between hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass63,225 miles (+726)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    63,225 miles
    Test number
    172120632327
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroded but not holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass62,499 miles (+510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    62,499 miles
    Test number
    706354776571
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass61,989 miles (+790)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    61,989 miles
    Test number
    580340274225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass61,199 miles (+2,009)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    61,199 miles
    Test number
    497026569602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,190 miles (+6,224)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    59,190 miles
    Test number
    684918542340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    52,966 miles
    Test number
    259996499662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail52,966 miles (+6,545)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,966 miles
    Test number
    182610628011
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass46,421 miles (+6,275)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    46,421 miles
    Test number
    627195432780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,146 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    40,146 miles
    Test number
    362449103091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  14. Fail40,146 miles (+6,916)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,146 miles
    Test number
    564465792589
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  15. Pass33,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    33,230 miles
    Test number
    429287365154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail33,230 miles (+3,895)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,230 miles
    Test number
    166137465157
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass29,335 miles (+96)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    29,335 miles
    Test number
    228783264408
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass29,239 miles (+272)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    29,239 miles
    Test number
    468547553140
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass28,967 miles (+664)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    28,967 miles
    Test number
    647780172130
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass28,303 miles (+103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    28,303 miles
    Test number
    229700261483
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass28,200 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    28,200 miles
    Test number
    714404350130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,129 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    28,129 miles
    Test number
    423134459122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    28,033 miles
    Test number
    574302878105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail28,033 miles (+138)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,033 miles
    Test number
    981058168127
    • FailureAnti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass27,895 miles (+580)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    27,895 miles
    Test number
    483958377107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    27,315 miles
    Test number
    861017166190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T789 KGN

Does T789 KGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T789 KGN is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T789 KGN?
The MOT on T789 KGN is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T789 KGN done?
T789 KGN was recorded at 63,777 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 1,813 miles a year.
Has T789 KGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T789 KGN has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T789 KGN 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 T789 KGN find?
T789 KGN passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: tyre obviously under inflated all soft prs; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight binding, and 2 more.

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