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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T890 LGTMOT history

T890 LGT is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 71,431 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
71,431 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,568 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T890 LGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T890 LGT was last recorded at 71,431 miles on 6 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,431 miles · 2 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,568 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,431 miles
  • 2025 – 69,605 miles
  • 2024 – 68,956 miles
  • 2023 – 67,320 miles
  • 2022 – 65,038 miles
  • 2021 – 63,827 miles
  • 2018 – 63,371 miles
  • 2013 – 62,983 miles
  • 2012 – 62,694 miles
  • 2011 – 61,097 miles
  • 2010 – 59,396 miles
  • 2009 – 56,411 miles
  • 2008 – 53,077 miles
  • 2007 – 46,670 miles
  • 2006 – 40,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,431 miles
  • AdvisoryAll suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Various under body corrosion.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,431 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    71,431 miles
    Test number
    592251749817
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail71,431 miles (+1,826)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,431 miles
    Test number
    922664643310
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to major exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass69,605 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2026
    Odometer
    69,605 miles
    Test number
    538389365046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion.

  4. Fail69,605 miles (+649)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,605 miles
    Test number
    309486872632
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion.

  5. Pass68,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    68,956 miles
    Test number
    109462775511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail68,956 miles (+1,636)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,956 miles
    Test number
    433809282012
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass67,320 miles (+2,282)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    67,320 miles
    Test number
    359365450857
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass65,038 miles (+1,211)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    65,038 miles
    Test number
    432711998923
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody suspension components surface corrosion

  9. Pass63,827 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    63,827 miles
    Test number
    267270069212
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail63,827 miles (+456)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,827 miles
    Test number
    662230908929
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass63,371 miles (+388)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    63,371 miles
    Test number
    592701334206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,983 miles (+289)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    62,983 miles
    Test number
    265855953185
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass62,694 miles (+1,597)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    62,694 miles
    Test number
    539907562121
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteCorrosion in exhaust system.
    • NoteCorrosion n/s & o/s outer sills areas.

  14. Pass61,097 miles (+1,701)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    61,097 miles
    Test number
    465830181121
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteCorrosion in centre / rear exhaust system soon req's attention.
    • NoteCorrosion in n/s & o/s outer sills areas soon req's attention.

  15. Pass59,396 miles (+2,985)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    59,396 miles
    Test number
    181602360047
    • NoteN/s/f brake slightly sticking.
    • NoteO/s/r shock absorber damp.
    • NoteSuspect n/s & o/s/r inner brakes pads wearing low.

  16. Pass56,411 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    56,411 miles
    Test number
    342102079059
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff

  17. Fail56,409 miles (+3,332)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,409 miles
    Test number
    931060779042
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff

  18. Pass53,077 miles (+6,407)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    53,077 miles
    Test number
    364187928189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,670 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    46,670 miles
    Test number
    654321927144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,655 miles (+6,565)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,655 miles
    Test number
    261137017488
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass40,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    40,090 miles
    Test number
    290191536475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail40,090 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,090 miles
    Test number
    742351136196
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T890 LGT

Does T890 LGT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T890 LGT is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T890 LGT?
The MOT on T890 LGT is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T890 LGT done?
T890 LGT was recorded at 71,431 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 1,568 miles a year.
Has T890 LGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T890 LGT has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T890 LGT 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 T890 LGT find?
T890 LGT passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 2 advisories: all suspension components corroded; oil leak, but not excessive.

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