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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T878 KCRMOT history

T878 KCR is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Apr 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 139,573 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Apr 2023
Mileage
139,573 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,629 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T878 KCR
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
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T878 KCR was last recorded at 139,573 miles on 27 Apr 2022, 608 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,965 miles · 31 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
608 miles
Average per year
3,629 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 139,573 miles
  • 2021 – 138,965 miles
  • 2020 – 138,753 miles
  • 2019 – 137,773 miles
  • 2018 – 136,879 miles
  • 2016 – 134,967 miles
  • 2015 – 132,626 miles
  • 2014 – 130,383 miles
  • 2012 – 124,640 miles
  • 2011 – 118,746 miles
  • 2010 – 112,157 miles
  • 2009 – 105,078 miles
  • 2008 – 101,054 miles
  • 2007 – 90,045 miles
  • 2006 – 81,483 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,573 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,573 miles (+608)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    139,573 miles
    Test number
    663433230945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass138,965 miles (+212)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    138,965 miles
    Test number
    537175634058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass138,753 miles (+980)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    138,753 miles
    Test number
    648324245613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass137,773 miles (+894)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    137,773 miles
    Test number
    370168781427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass136,879 miles (+1,912)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    136,879 miles
    Test number
    691286242705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass134,967 miles (+2,341)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    134,967 miles
    Test number
    437396294104
    • 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)

  7. Pass132,626 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    132,626 miles
    Test number
    396845905173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail132,614 miles (+2,231)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,614 miles
    Test number
    907329295057
    • 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)

  9. Pass130,383 miles (+5,743)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    130,383 miles
    Test number
    297777964068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass124,640 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    124,640 miles
    Test number
    355345412125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail124,636 miles (+5,890)3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,636 miles
    Test number
    236905312113
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass118,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    118,746 miles
    Test number
    886651411103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail118,746 miles (+6,589)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,746 miles
    Test number
    216951911449
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  14. Pass112,157 miles (+105)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    112,157 miles
    Test number
    351034410166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail112,052 miles (+6,974)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,052 miles
    Test number
    721119700172
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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 emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  16. Pass105,078 miles (+4,024)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    105,078 miles
    Test number
    772260719160
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass101,054 miles (+509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    101,054 miles
    Test number
    110541628169
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Fail100,545 miles (+10,500)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,545 miles
    Test number
    820945908168
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass90,045 miles (+8,562)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    90,045 miles
    Test number
    560113117168
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak poss rear main

  20. Pass81,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    81,483 miles
    Test number
    944529826159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail81,483 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,483 miles
    Test number
    143934116114
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about T878 KCR

Does T878 KCR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T878 KCR expired on 26 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T878 KCR?
The MOT on T878 KCR expired on 26 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T878 KCR done?
T878 KCR was recorded at 139,573 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2022, an average of 3,629 miles a year.
Has T878 KCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T878 KCR has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2015.
Has the mileage on T878 KCR 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 T878 KCR find?
T878 KCR passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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