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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T817 RGKMOT history

T817 RGK is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2025 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 85,116 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2025
Mileage
85,116 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T817 RGK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T817 RGK was last recorded at 85,116 miles on 3 Sept 2025, 526 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,590 miles · 23 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
526 miles
Average per year
2,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,116 miles
  • 2024 – 84,590 miles
  • 2023 – 82,998 miles
  • 2022 – 81,368 miles
  • 2018 – 81,275 miles
  • 2017 – 80,152 miles
  • 2016 – 75,881 miles
  • 2015 – 73,047 miles
  • 2014 – 66,751 miles
  • 2013 – 59,815 miles
  • 2012 – 52,389 miles
  • 2011 – 50,095 miles
  • 2010 – 49,732 miles
  • 2009 – 48,656 miles
  • 2008 – 48,330 miles
  • 2007 – 48,094 miles
  • 2006 – 42,435 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail85,116 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH SIDES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT AND REAR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail85,116 miles (+526)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,116 miles
    Test number
    613767160603
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass84,590 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    84,590 miles
    Test number
    718435464103
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT AND REAR (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail84,590 miles (+1,592)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,590 miles
    Test number
    476130035410
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced BOTH SIDES (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT AND REAR (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass82,998 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    82,998 miles
    Test number
    515904578105
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail82,995 miles (+1,627)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,995 miles
    Test number
    856863044693
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass81,368 miles (+93)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    81,368 miles
    Test number
    956563661597
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass81,275 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    81,275 miles
    Test number
    675258999820
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside rear sill and nearside front chassis
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Fail81,275 miles (+1,123)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,275 miles
    Test number
    148387676206
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside rear sill and nearside front chassis
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass80,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    80,152 miles
    Test number
    108806409367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail80,152 miles (+4,271)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,152 miles
    Test number
    122765948554
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass75,881 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    75,881 miles
    Test number
    478298937889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail75,879 miles (+2,832)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,879 miles
    Test number
    582636206581
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Marked yellow (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  13. Pass73,047 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    73,047 miles
    Test number
    986691350906
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sill corroded

  14. Fail73,046 miles (+6,295)3 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,046 miles
    Test number
    170100516809
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded Front too rear marked yellow (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sill corroded

  15. Pass66,751 miles (+6,936)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    66,751 miles
    Test number
    469118064241
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  16. Pass59,815 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    59,815 miles
    Test number
    327617063201
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail59,815 miles (+7,426)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,815 miles
    Test number
    636717163279
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass52,389 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    52,389 miles
    Test number
    758217002231
    • DangerousDeep cut in offside rear tyre outer sidewall

  19. Fail52,389 miles (+2,294)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,389 miles
    Test number
    608226902292
    • DangerousDeep cut in offside rear tyre outer sidewall
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass50,095 miles (+363)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    50,095 miles
    Test number
    368785481105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail49,732 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,732 miles
    Test number
    214463170464
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass49,732 miles (+1,076)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    49,732 miles
    Test number
    251183370187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail48,656 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,656 miles
    Test number
    233112889162
    • 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)

  24. Pass48,656 miles (+326)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,656 miles
    Test number
    384162589185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,330 miles (+236)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    48,330 miles
    Test number
    294099968165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass48,094 miles (+5,659)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    48,094 miles
    Test number
    252109377132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass42,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    42,435 miles
    Test number
    690821486123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T817 RGK

Does T817 RGK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T817 RGK expired on 22 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T817 RGK?
The MOT on T817 RGK expired on 22 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T817 RGK done?
T817 RGK was recorded at 85,116 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2025, an average of 2,225 miles a year.
Has T817 RGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T817 RGK has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T817 RGK 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 T817 RGK find?
T817 RGK failed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2025 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside front service brake excessively binding; nearside rear coil spring fractured or broken, and 10 more.

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