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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T909 DCYMOT history

T909 DCY is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 20 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 May 2026 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 77,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 11 May 2026
Mileage
77,429 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T909 DCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 May 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T909 DCY was last recorded at 77,429 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 891 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,538 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
891 miles
Average per year
2,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,429 miles
  • 2025 – 76,538 miles
  • 2024 – 73,895 miles
  • 2023 – 72,055 miles
  • 2022 – 72,043 miles
  • 2021 – 70,510 miles
  • 2020 – 67,286 miles
  • 2019 – 66,193 miles
  • 2018 – 58,942 miles
  • 2017 – 56,563 miles
  • 2016 – 56,331 miles
  • 2015 – 55,251 miles
  • 2014 – 52,699 miles
  • 2011 – 52,337 miles
  • 2009 – 52,232 miles
  • 2008 – 46,752 miles
  • 2007 – 36,678 miles
  • 2006 – 28,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail77,429 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced hole to outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle clamp (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear suspension components
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to front chassis legs but unable to fully inspect due to undertrays

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s/f and o/s/f chassis legs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • General corrosion to rear axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail77,429 miles (+891)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,429 miles
    Test number
    495567990910
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced hole to outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front chassis legs but unable to fully inspect due to undertrays

  2. Pass76,538 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    76,538 miles
    Test number
    495994926993
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s/f and o/s/f chassis legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to rear axle
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to o/s/r outer sill but no holes

  3. Fail76,538 miles (+2,643)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,538 miles
    Test number
    763194168319
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s/f and o/s/f chassis legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to rear axle
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to o/s/r outer sill but no holes

  4. Pass73,895 miles (+2)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    73,895 miles
    Test number
    243822816206
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail73,893 miles (+1,838)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,893 miles
    Test number
    406293553018
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass72,055 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    72,055 miles
    Test number
    855465472604
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail72,043 miles (+1,533)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,043 miles
    Test number
    613792208853
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass70,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    70,510 miles
    Test number
    141266921743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail70,510 miles (+3,224)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,510 miles
    Test number
    227859860542
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass67,286 miles (+1,093)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    67,286 miles
    Test number
    712962971310
    • AdvisoryCorrosion To All Suspension .
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass66,193 miles (+114)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,193 miles
    Test number
    631887509162
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower rusted (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower rusted (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail66,079 miles (+7,137)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,079 miles
    Test number
    845197110176
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower rusted (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower rusted (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin low and pad starting to brake up (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass58,942 miles (+113)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    58,942 miles
    Test number
    145520937312
    • AdvisoryFront And Rear Suspension Corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryDamp with oil on underside but no evidence of major leak

  14. Fail58,829 miles (+2,266)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,829 miles
    Test number
    616234016056
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront And Rear Suspension Corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  15. Pass56,563 miles (+232)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    56,563 miles
    Test number
    763439776022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    56,331 miles
    Test number
    399888080391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,331 miles (+1,080)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,331 miles
    Test number
    500169986323
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  18. Pass55,251 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    55,251 miles
    Test number
    345258606638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  19. Fail55,249 miles (+2,550)2 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,249 miles
    Test number
    664817928276
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousClutch slave cylinder leaking
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  20. Pass52,699 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    52,699 miles
    Test number
    668289004371
    • NoteFront discs are pitted
    • NoteRear discs are pitted

  21. Fail52,699 miles (+362)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,699 miles
    Test number
    857503804349
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteFront discs are pitted
    • NoteRear discs are pitted

  22. Pass52,337 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    52,337 miles
    Test number
    216541131451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail52,332 miles (+100)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,332 miles
    Test number
    167866611163
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  24. Pass52,232 miles (+5,480)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    52,232 miles
    Test number
    363158969235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    46,752 miles
    Test number
    163697078171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail46,752 miles (+10,074)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,752 miles
    Test number
    260727078469
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass36,678 miles (+8,546)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    36,678 miles
    Test number
    120794087156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass28,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    28,132 miles
    Test number
    714065286155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T909 DCY

Does T909 DCY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T909 DCY expired on 11 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T909 DCY?
The MOT on T909 DCY expired on 11 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T909 DCY done?
T909 DCY was recorded at 77,429 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 2,464 miles a year.
Has T909 DCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T909 DCY has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T909 DCY 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 T909 DCY find?
T909 DCY failed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front headlamp not working on main beam; offside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced hole to outer sill; service brake efficiency below requirements, and 6 more.

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