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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T847 KAJMOT history

T847 KAJ is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 26 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 75,338 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
75,338 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,808 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T847 KAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T847 KAJ was last recorded at 75,338 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 2,165 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,173 miles · 31 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
2,165 miles
Average per year
1,808 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,338 miles
  • 2023 – 73,173 miles
  • 2022 – 71,689 miles
  • 2021 – 71,678 miles
  • 2020 – 70,970 miles
  • 2019 – 70,072 miles
  • 2018 – 68,559 miles
  • 2017 – 67,979 miles
  • 2016 – 67,383 miles
  • 2015 – 65,691 miles
  • 2014 – 63,960 miles
  • 2013 – 61,998 miles
  • 2012 – 60,478 miles
  • 2011 – 58,209 miles
  • 2010 – 56,002 miles
  • 2009 – 53,538 miles
  • 2008 – 51,357 miles
  • 2007 – 44,810 miles
  • 2006 – 39,605 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,338 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,338 miles (+2,165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    75,338 miles
    Test number
    470870942748
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass73,173 miles (+66)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    73,173 miles
    Test number
    379129379587
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail73,107 miles (+1,418)1 dangerous9 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,107 miles
    Test number
    205838737014
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam Appears to be an issue with dipped and main beam operation (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAppears to have previous repairs on corrosion carried out before

  4. Pass71,689 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    71,689 miles
    Test number
    365423497382
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder body heavily corroded

  5. Fail71,678 miles (+708)4 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,678 miles
    Test number
    978585541943
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced osr inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. on limit (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle heavily under sealed

  6. Pass70,970 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    70,970 miles
    Test number
    883877955512
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension and sub-frames heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle heavily covered in body sealant

  7. Fail70,966 miles (+894)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,966 miles
    Test number
    786599108232
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAdvise travel on park brake lever
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension and sub-frames heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle heavily covered in body sealant

  8. Pass70,072 miles (+1,513)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,072 miles
    Test number
    590480499028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily corroded and under sealed unable to carry out full inspection

  9. Pass68,559 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    68,559 miles
    Test number
    906971982120
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Fail68,555 miles (+576)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,555 miles
    Test number
    887477968530
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass67,979 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    67,979 miles
    Test number
    723155259764
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryHandbrake could do with adjusting

  12. Fail67,976 miles (+593)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,976 miles
    Test number
    125972702627
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong rotation (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong rotation (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong rotation (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryHandbrake could do with adjusting

  13. Pass67,383 miles (+1,692)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    67,383 miles
    Test number
    900859147906
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass65,691 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    65,691 miles
    Test number
    526247885115
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise nearside chassis has slight damage

  15. Fail65,687 miles (+1,727)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,687 miles
    Test number
    168387785171
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise nearside chassis has slight damage

  16. Pass63,960 miles (+1,962)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    63,960 miles
    Test number
    438312194135
    • NoteAdvise front brake application 29%

  17. Pass61,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    61,998 miles
    Test number
    399361273131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail61,998 miles (+1,520)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,998 miles
    Test number
    928471873191
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass60,478 miles (+2,269)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    60,478 miles
    Test number
    297254392467
    • NoteAdvise front brake imbalance 22%

  20. Pass58,209 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    58,209 miles
    Test number
    839879871134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail58,207 miles (+2,205)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,207 miles
    Test number
    268448771106
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  22. Pass56,002 miles (+2,464)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    56,002 miles
    Test number
    270319170161
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteExhaust badly corroded
    • NoteNearside outersill at rear badly corroded
    • NoteNearside rear coil spring badly corroded
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear brake discs badly corroded

  23. Pass53,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    53,538 miles
    Test number
    804175289194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail53,538 miles (+2,181)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,538 miles
    Test number
    174714489122
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front wheel arch under cowlings loose

  25. Pass51,357 miles (+6,547)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    51,357 miles
    Test number
    783405188176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,810 miles (+5,205)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    44,810 miles
    Test number
    812330887105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass39,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    39,605 miles
    Test number
    163691476197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T847 KAJ

Does T847 KAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T847 KAJ is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T847 KAJ?
The MOT on T847 KAJ is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T847 KAJ done?
T847 KAJ was recorded at 75,338 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 1,808 miles a year.
Has T847 KAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T847 KAJ has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T847 KAJ 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 T847 KAJ find?
T847 KAJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill.

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