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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,597 cc

T889 PKLMOT history

T889 PKL is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 37 MOT tests, with 137,166 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
137,166 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
37
21 passed · 16 failed
Per year
4,120 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T889 PKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T889 PKL was last recorded at 137,166 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 570 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Dec 2012: 111,064 miles, lower than 111,589 miles on 7 Dec 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
136,596 miles · 30 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
570 miles
Average per year
4,120 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,166 miles
  • 2025 – 133,033 miles
  • 2024 – 131,706 miles
  • 2023 – 130,275 miles
  • 2022 – 128,117 miles
  • 2021 – 126,230 miles
  • 2020 – 125,108 miles
  • 2019 – 121,874 miles
  • 2018 – 117,293 miles
  • 2017 – 117,290 miles
  • 2016 – 114,138 miles
  • 2015 – 113,850 miles
  • 2014 – 113,610 miles
  • 2013 – 112,380 miles
  • 2012 – 111,064 miles
  • 2011 – 109,282 miles
  • 2010 – 87,795 miles
  • 2009 – 61,813 miles
  • 2008 – 60,875 miles
  • 2007 – 58,710 miles
  • 2006 – 56,158 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,166 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryParking brake travels high
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and under body components are corroded (6.1.1 (a) (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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major6 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

37 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,166 miles (+570)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    137,166 miles
    Test number
    993406433373
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travels high
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and under body components are corroded (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail136,596 miles (+3,563)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,596 miles
    Test number
    952502412211
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body and components are corroded (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered with under seal

  3. Pass133,033 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    133,033 miles
    Test number
    411135480601
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corroded

  4. Fail133,030 miles (+1,324)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,030 miles
    Test number
    546631015065
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corroded

  5. Pass131,706 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    131,706 miles
    Test number
    849908017701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing at anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail131,703 miles (+1,428)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,703 miles
    Test number
    426496412370
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Centre floor to inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wing and chassis rail at anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing at anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Floor holed and corroded, not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  7. Pass130,275 miles (+143)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    130,275 miles
    Test number
    530211286851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail130,132 miles (+2,015)3 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,132 miles
    Test number
    742355437989
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill at rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. The braking system may require adjustment or repair

  9. Pass128,117 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    128,117 miles
    Test number
    582472374497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail128,113 miles (+1,883)3 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,113 miles
    Test number
    300483382890
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  11. Pass126,230 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    126,230 miles
    Test number
    860452617762
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail126,226 miles (+1,118)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,226 miles
    Test number
    880699257040
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Centre inner sill to floor excessively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass125,108 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    125,108 miles
    Test number
    101662340942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail125,101 miles (+3,227)1 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,101 miles
    Test number
    219396234289
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass121,874 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    121,874 miles
    Test number
    283635538977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail121,867 miles (+4,574)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,867 miles
    Test number
    451012602900
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  17. Pass117,293 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    117,293 miles
    Test number
    297328957138
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail117,290 miles (+3,152)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,290 miles
    Test number
    201723673032
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill/floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill/floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass114,138 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    114,138 miles
    Test number
    996667276053
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail114,135 miles (+205)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,135 miles
    Test number
    158355396533
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner and outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail113,930 miles (+80)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,930 miles
    Test number
    677273098832
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer small rust hole (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  22. Pass113,850 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    113,850 miles
    Test number
    799253646250
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryAll front suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  23. Fail113,850 miles (+240)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,850 miles
    Test number
    185542202092
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryAll front suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  24. Pass113,610 miles (+1,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    113,610 miles
    Test number
    408574824374
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass112,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    112,380 miles
    Test number
    797305643323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail112,380 miles (+1,316)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,380 miles
    Test number
    907674043329
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

  27. Pass111,064 miles (-525)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    111,064 miles
    Test number
    205049242367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail111,589 miles (+2,307)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,589 miles
    Test number
    138862142373
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

  29. Pass109,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    109,282 miles
    Test number
    218196721331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail109,282 miles (+1,495)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,282 miles
    Test number
    759271921313
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  31. Pass107,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    107,787 miles
    Test number
    106649741008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail107,787 miles (+19,992)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,787 miles
    Test number
    155129241093
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

  33. Pass87,795 miles (+25,982)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    87,795 miles
    Test number
    853789490072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass61,813 miles (+938)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    61,813 miles
    Test number
    570657699011
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteHand brake req slight adjustment

  35. Pass60,875 miles (+2,165)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    60,875 miles
    Test number
    104712338236
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  36. Pass58,710 miles (+2,552)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    58,710 miles
    Test number
    852918427257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Pass56,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    56,158 miles
    Test number
    612448126253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T889 PKL

Does T889 PKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T889 PKL is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T889 PKL?
The MOT on T889 PKL is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T889 PKL done?
T889 PKL was recorded at 137,166 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 4,120 miles a year.
Has T889 PKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T889 PKL has failed 16 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T889 PKL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Dec 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T889 PKL find?
T889 PKL passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 8 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 5 more.

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