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Mazda MX-5

Bronze · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T881 KCRMOT history

T881 KCR is a bronze petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 192,432 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2026
Mileage
192,432 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,762 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T881 KCR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T881 KCR was last recorded at 192,432 miles on 23 Oct 2025, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Jun 2018: 149,645 miles, lower than 157,419 miles on 3 Jun 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
192,391 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
5,762 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 192,432 miles
  • 2024 – 186,502 miles
  • 2023 – 183,498 miles
  • 2021 – 179,722 miles
  • 2020 – 175,911 miles
  • 2019 – 165,135 miles
  • 2018 – 149,645 miles
  • 2017 – 157,419 miles
  • 2016 – 153,047 miles
  • 2015 – 148,382 miles
  • 2014 – 144,510 miles
  • 2013 – 139,749 miles
  • 2012 – 134,284 miles
  • 2011 – 127,276 miles
  • 2010 – 119,706 miles
  • 2009 – 112,459 miles
  • 2008 – 102,812 miles
  • 2007 – 93,675 miles
  • 2006 – 80,386 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,432 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,432 miles (+41)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    192,432 miles
    Test number
    626608282257
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail192,391 miles (+5,889)1 major4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,391 miles
    Test number
    133385636495
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass186,502 miles (+3,004)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    186,502 miles
    Test number
    599849413349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassie (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass183,498 miles (+3,776)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    183,498 miles
    Test number
    776811491462
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy

  5. Pass179,722 miles (+3,811)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    179,722 miles
    Test number
    137507264092
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryCar has been lowered

  6. Pass175,911 miles (+10,776)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    175,911 miles
    Test number
    470246027817
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  7. Pass165,135 miles (+15,490)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    165,135 miles
    Test number
    935103268289
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass149,645 miles (-7,774)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    149,645 miles
    Test number
    717291691911
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass157,419 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    157,419 miles
    Test number
    855275723464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' zone b (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion emerging on offside rear on wheel arch
    • AdvisoryCorrosion emerging under side off vehicle

  10. Fail157,419 miles (+4,372)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,419 miles
    Test number
    686308396083
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' zone b (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion emerging on offside rear on wheel arch
    • AdvisoryCorrosion emerging under side off vehicle

  11. Pass153,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    153,047 miles
    Test number
    867843756776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail153,047 miles (+4,665)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,047 miles
    Test number
    333561461778
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass148,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    148,382 miles
    Test number
    807379535184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail148,382 miles (+3,872)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,382 miles
    Test number
    938179135150
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass144,510 miles (+4,761)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    144,510 miles
    Test number
    818420154188
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust bracket showing sign of rust

  16. Pass139,749 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    139,749 miles
    Test number
    527059943149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail139,749 miles (+5,465)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,749 miles
    Test number
    709399543157
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass134,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    134,284 miles
    Test number
    146300632122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail134,284 miles (+7,008)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,284 miles
    Test number
    286490432163
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass127,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    127,276 miles
    Test number
    647727451146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail127,276 miles (+7,570)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,276 miles
    Test number
    678227751155
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)

  22. Pass119,706 miles (+7,247)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    119,706 miles
    Test number
    383578040169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass112,459 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    112,459 miles
    Test number
    744959649144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail112,453 miles (+9,641)1 dangerous7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,453 miles
    Test number
    751267549110
    • DangerousOffside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  25. Pass102,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    102,812 miles
    Test number
    992421748161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail102,812 miles (+9,137)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,812 miles
    Test number
    763041548150
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

  27. Pass93,675 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    93,675 miles
    Test number
    232045137173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail93,628 miles (+13,242)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,628 miles
    Test number
    544112137187
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass80,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    80,386 miles
    Test number
    404243336159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T881 KCR

Does T881 KCR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T881 KCR is valid until 22 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T881 KCR?
The MOT on T881 KCR is valid until 22 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T881 KCR done?
T881 KCR was recorded at 192,432 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2025, an average of 5,762 miles a year.
Has T881 KCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T881 KCR has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T881 KCR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Jun 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T881 KCR find?
T881 KCR passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2025 with 4 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 4 more.

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