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Mazda MX-5

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,839 cc

T7 UTGMOT history

T7 UTG is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 7 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 70,750 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
70,750 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,590 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T7 UTG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
7 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T7 UTG was last recorded at 70,750 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,743 miles · 2 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,590 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,750 miles
  • 2025 – 67,210 miles
  • 2023 – 49,762 miles
  • 2022 – 49,459 miles
  • 2021 – 48,955 miles
  • 2020 – 46,626 miles
  • 2019 – 46,192 miles
  • 2018 – 45,592 miles
  • 2017 – 43,324 miles
  • 2016 – 41,533 miles
  • 2015 – 40,912 miles
  • 2014 – 40,193 miles
  • 2013 – 38,975 miles
  • 2012 – 36,851 miles
  • 2011 – 35,574 miles
  • 2010 – 32,557 miles
  • 2009 – 29,132 miles
  • 2008 – 25,841 miles
  • 2007 – 21,006 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,750 miles
  • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Unable to carry out full inspection as coved by plastic trim. (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill full of filler so not sure of condition of metal under filler. (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Unable to carry out full inspection as coved by plastic trim. (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill full of filler so not sure of condition of metal under filler. (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 25 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,750 miles (+7)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    70,750 miles
    Test number
    310782536692
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Unable to carry out full inspection as coved by plastic trim. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill full of filler so not sure of condition of metal under filler. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Unable to carry out full inspection as coved by plastic trim. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill full of filler so not sure of condition of metal under filler. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail70,743 miles (+3,533)6 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,743 miles
    Test number
    125845409196
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Top & bottom boot split. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached Coil over lock nut not secure allowing movement of shock. (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Unable to carry out full inspection as coved by plastic trim. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill full of filler so not sure of condition of metal under filler. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively Insecure. (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Unable to carry out full inspection as coved by plastic trim. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill full of filler so not sure of condition of metal under filler. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass67,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    67,210 miles
    Test number
    332828356370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail67,210 miles (+5,983)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,210 miles
    Test number
    644683467994
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rear Brake Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass61,227 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    61,227 miles
    Test number
    501974713689
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail61,218 miles (+11,456)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,218 miles
    Test number
    664040476212
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Bottom ball joint cover (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass49,762 miles (+303)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    49,762 miles
    Test number
    835243380820
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill corrosion, middle and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass49,459 miles (+504)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    49,459 miles
    Test number
    618508037611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass48,955 miles (+2,329)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    48,955 miles
    Test number
    677028846866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass46,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    46,626 miles
    Test number
    969109011185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail46,626 miles (+434)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,626 miles
    Test number
    914621744707
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass46,192 miles (+600)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    46,192 miles
    Test number
    690509766521
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass45,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    45,592 miles
    Test number
    450880957222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail45,592 miles (+2,268)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,592 miles
    Test number
    604321080332
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  15. Pass43,324 miles (+1,791)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    43,324 miles
    Test number
    288763370497
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass41,533 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    41,533 miles
    Test number
    776622713157
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail41,533 miles (+621)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,533 miles
    Test number
    392538011398
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass40,912 miles (+719)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    40,912 miles
    Test number
    463967916333
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on

  19. Pass40,193 miles (+1,218)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    40,193 miles
    Test number
    296690064202
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass38,975 miles (+2,124)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    38,975 miles
    Test number
    417431163237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber heavily worn.
    • NoteWasher jets require adjustment.

  21. Pass36,851 miles (+1,277)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    36,851 miles
    Test number
    867812062248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    35,574 miles
    Test number
    345090371419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail35,574 miles (+3,017)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,574 miles
    Test number
    608990971254
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass32,557 miles (+3,425)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    32,557 miles
    Test number
    341174060211
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly pitted

  25. Pass29,132 miles (+3,291)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    29,132 miles
    Test number
    363494609206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass25,841 miles (+4,835)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    25,841 miles
    Test number
    863686328240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass21,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    21,006 miles
    Test number
    214236507206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T7 UTG

Does T7 UTG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T7 UTG is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T7 UTG?
The MOT on T7 UTG is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T7 UTG done?
T7 UTG was recorded at 70,750 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 2,590 miles a year.
Has T7 UTG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T7 UTG has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T7 UTG 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 T7 UTG find?
T7 UTG passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: all direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 4 more.

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