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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T884 AJHMOT history

T884 AJH is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 22 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 102,543 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
102,543 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,157 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T884 AJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T884 AJH was last recorded at 102,543 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Mar 2012: 62,711 miles, lower than 62,744 miles on 20 Mar 2012.

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
102,540 miles · 15 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,157 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,543 miles
  • 2025 – 101,257 miles
  • 2024 – 98,971 miles
  • 2023 – 97,849 miles
  • 2022 – 94,175 miles
  • 2021 – 88,009 miles
  • 2020 – 86,818 miles
  • 2019 – 83,890 miles
  • 2018 – 79,837 miles
  • 2017 – 79,831 miles
  • 2015 – 78,908 miles
  • 2014 – 72,097 miles
  • 2013 – 69,037 miles
  • 2012 – 65,625 miles
  • 2011 – 58,145 miles
  • 2009 – 53,384 miles
  • 2008 – 49,148 miles
  • 2007 – 41,122 miles
  • 2006 – 38,738 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,543 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,543 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    102,543 miles
    Test number
    989199510195
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail102,540 miles (+1,283)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,540 miles
    Test number
    907326395699
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass101,257 miles (+42)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    101,257 miles
    Test number
    978004492405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail101,215 miles (+2,244)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,215 miles
    Test number
    421769495393
    • MajorFront Outer Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass98,971 miles (+1,122)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    98,971 miles
    Test number
    907285525142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass97,849 miles (+3,674)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    97,849 miles
    Test number
    480308308017
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all four (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySide sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension components corroded

  7. Pass94,175 miles (+25)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    94,175 miles
    Test number
    587926654970
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear earth lead broken off axle frame
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Fail94,150 miles (+6,141)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,150 miles
    Test number
    410437251070
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass88,009 miles (+1,191)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    88,009 miles
    Test number
    619535105753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,818 miles (+2,928)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    86,818 miles
    Test number
    870713324544
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass83,890 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    83,890 miles
    Test number
    619949519520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,879 miles (+4,042)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,879 miles
    Test number
    311451504264
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside front and rear wheel bearings not checked due to brakes binding

  13. Pass79,837 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    79,837 miles
    Test number
    610643043182
    • AdvisoryAnti roll bars front and rear corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  14. Fail79,831 miles (+32)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,831 miles
    Test number
    113810054458
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to near side rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under side body

  15. Fail79,799 miles (+1)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,799 miles
    Test number
    803908936109
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded to nearside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 5 mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under side body

  16. Fail79,798 miles (+890)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,798 miles
    Test number
    848751004290
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre scrubbing outer tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroding
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryHas corrosion to front and rear suspension componants

  17. Pass78,908 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    78,908 miles
    Test number
    289617744642
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Fail78,907 miles (+6,810)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,907 miles
    Test number
    247033386424
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass72,097 miles (+3,060)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    72,097 miles
    Test number
    315368544272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail69,037 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,037 miles
    Test number
    747858733325
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Note2 rear b/pipes start of corrosion

  21. Pass69,037 miles (+3,412)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    69,037 miles
    Test number
    948888333376
    • Note2 rear b/pipes start of corrosion

  22. Pass65,625 miles (+2,914)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    65,625 miles
    Test number
    506242642335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass62,711 miles (-33)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    62,711 miles
    Test number
    498361182006
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread low.
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes corroded.Underside corroded.

  24. Fail62,744 miles (+4,599)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,744 miles
    Test number
    309260882075
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread low.
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes corroded.Underside corroded.

  25. Pass58,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    58,145 miles
    Test number
    715764051020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail58,145 miles (+4,761)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,145 miles
    Test number
    339332451089
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/side rear tyre getting down on tread

  27. Pass53,384 miles (+106)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    53,384 miles
    Test number
    501166949344
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR SILL RUSTED
    • NoteTWO FRONT TYRES SLIGHTY WORN ON INER/OUTER EDGE

  28. Fail53,278 miles (+4,130)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,278 miles
    Test number
    180915739355
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR SILL RUSTED
    • NoteTWO FRONT TYRES SLIGHTY WORN ON INER/OUTER EDGE

  29. Pass49,148 miles (+8,026)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    49,148 miles
    Test number
    970489258170
    • NoteO/side sill starting to rust

  30. Pass41,122 miles (+2,384)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    41,122 miles
    Test number
    922948107163
    • NoteMAIN EXHAAUST JOINTS GETTING CORRDED

  31. Pass38,738 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    38,738 miles
    Test number
    171709606144
    • NoteN/side rear tyre cut on tread

  32. Fail38,738 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,738 miles
    Test number
    852569506174
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteN/side rear tyre cut on tread

Questions about T884 AJH

Does T884 AJH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T884 AJH is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T884 AJH?
The MOT on T884 AJH is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T884 AJH done?
T884 AJH was recorded at 102,543 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 3,157 miles a year.
Has T884 AJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T884 AJH has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T884 AJH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Mar 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T884 AJH find?
T884 AJH passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front lower sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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