Mazda MX-5
Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc
T827 VVXMOT history
T827 VVX is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 9 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jun 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 77,985 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 19 Jun 2027
- Mileage
- 77,985 mi
- At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
- MOT tests
- 30
- 22 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 1,636 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T827 VVX
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mazda
- Model
- MX-5
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,840 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 9 Apr 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 19 Jun 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 16 Jun 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T827 VVX was last recorded at 77,985 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 77,802 miles · 20 Jun 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 183 miles
- Average per year
- 1,636 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 77,985 miles
- 2025 – 77,802 miles
- 2024 – 77,406 miles
- 2023 – 76,935 miles
- 2022 – 76,122 miles
- 2021 – 75,157 miles
- 2020 – 74,252 miles
- 2019 – 73,624 miles
- 2018 – 73,041 miles
- 2017 – 72,480 miles
- 2016 – 69,802 miles
- 2015 – 67,760 miles
- 2014 – 66,911 miles
- 2013 – 65,039 miles
- 2012 – 64,173 miles
- 2011 – 62,980 miles
- 2010 – 59,114 miles
- 2009 – 55,853 miles
- 2008 – 53,087 miles
- 2007 – 48,695 miles
- 2006 – 44,875 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass77,985 miles
- MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- Advisory1 litre of oil added as on minimum
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryCentre to rear exhaust joint deteriorated
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 Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025
Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020
Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018
Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018
Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Full MOT history
30 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass77,985 miles (+183)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jun 2027
- Odometer
- 77,985 miles
- Test number
- 424986507722
- MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- Advisory1 litre of oil added as on minimum
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryCentre to rear exhaust joint deteriorated
Pass77,802 miles (+43)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jun 2026
- Odometer
- 77,802 miles
- Test number
- 271922712623
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Fail77,759 miles (+353)2 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 77,759 miles
- Test number
- 484299150497
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Pass77,406 miles (+471)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 77,406 miles
- Test number
- 911776677476
- AdvisoryBOTH REARWARD SILL SECTIONS CORRODED. SILL COVERED WITH SIDE TRIMS
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Pass76,935 miles (+813)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 76,935 miles
- Test number
- 477242011620
- AdvisoryREARWARD SECTION OF OUTER SILLS CORRODED AND WEAK UNDER THE PLASTIC SIDE TRIMS. N/S/R IN POOR CONDITION. O/S/R CORRODED. NO PRESCRIBED AREAS AFFECTED
Pass76,122 miles (+965)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 76,122 miles
- Test number
- 346261334903
- AdvisoryBOTH REAR SILL AREAS CORRODED
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Pass75,157 miles (+905)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 75,157 miles
- Test number
- 339115087559
- AdvisoryBOTH REAR INNER AND OUTER SILLS CORRODED BUT NOT SERIOUSLY WEAKENED.
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material RUNS OVER REAR SUB FRAME. (1.1.11 (c))
Pass74,252 miles (+4)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2021
- Odometer
- 74,252 miles
- Test number
- 929865664241
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail74,248 miles (+624)2 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 74,248 miles
- Test number
- 471223818868
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Pass73,624 miles (+583)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 73,624 miles
- Test number
- 567674167757
- AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
Pass73,041 miles (+561)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 73,041 miles
- Test number
- 966150970641
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both ends (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)
Pass72,480 miles (+64)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 72,480 miles
- Test number
- 656354645543
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded @ ends of pipe (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Fail72,416 miles (+2,614)2 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 72,416 miles
- Test number
- 734047823440
- FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill end (5.2.6)
- FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded @ ends of pipe (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Pass69,802 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 69,802 miles
- Test number
- 207337433646
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail69,802 miles (+2,042)1 failure3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 69,802 miles
- Test number
- 944955115988
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass67,760 miles (+849)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 67,760 miles
- Test number
- 266550415156
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail66,911 miles1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,911 miles
- Test number
- 208433684044
- Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass66,911 miles (+1,872)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 66,911 miles
- Test number
- 368163884054
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass65,039 miles (+866)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 65,039 miles
- Test number
- 587312913153
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass64,173 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 64,173 miles
- Test number
- 569156272007
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail64,173 miles (+1,193)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 64,173 miles
- Test number
- 708536072013
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Pass62,980 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 May 2012
- Odometer
- 62,980 miles
- Test number
- 708015241170
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail62,980 miles (+733)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,980 miles
- Test number
- 547284641166
- FailureFront Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureRear Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Pass62,247 miles (+3,133)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 62,247 miles
- Test number
- 399699861039
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail59,114 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,114 miles
- Test number
- 332828760096
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Pass59,114 miles (+3,261)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 59,114 miles
- Test number
- 434708860099
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass55,853 miles (+2,766)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 55,853 miles
- Test number
- 133195569097
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass53,087 miles (+4,392)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 53,087 miles
- Test number
- 241931978073
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass48,695 miles (+3,820)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 48,695 miles
- Test number
- 552137787005
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass44,875 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2007
- Odometer
- 44,875 miles
- Test number
- 371220686047
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T827 VVX
- Does T827 VVX currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T827 VVX is valid until 19 Jun 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T827 VVX?
- The MOT on T827 VVX is valid until 19 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T827 VVX done?
- T827 VVX was recorded at 77,985 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 1,636 miles a year.
- Has T827 VVX ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T827 VVX has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2025.
- Has the mileage on T827 VVX 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 T827 VVX find?
- T827 VVX passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower; 1 litre of oil added as on minimum; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.
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