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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T939 RGJMOT history

T939 RGJ is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 16 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Oct 2025 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 82,121 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Oct 2025
Mileage
82,121 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,552 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T939 RGJ
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
16 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T939 RGJ was last recorded at 82,121 miles on 8 Oct 2025, 3,366 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,755 miles · 16 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,366 miles
Average per year
3,552 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,121 miles
  • 2024 – 78,755 miles
  • 2023 – 77,993 miles
  • 2022 – 76,626 miles
  • 2021 – 74,932 miles
  • 2020 – 74,184 miles
  • 2019 – 73,803 miles
  • 2018 – 73,718 miles
  • 2017 – 72,187 miles
  • 2016 – 69,338 miles
  • 2015 – 64,541 miles
  • 2014 – 59,080 miles
  • 2013 – 53,028 miles
  • 2012 – 47,205 miles
  • 2011 – 40,078 miles
  • 2010 – 34,860 miles
  • 2009 – 30,802 miles
  • 2008 – 27,040 miles
  • 2007 – 22,626 miles
  • 2006 – 13,972 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail82,121 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting arch/chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Both front inner wheel arches corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Both rear inner sills corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail82,121 miles (+3,366)9 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,121 miles
    Test number
    319275921395
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting arch/chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass78,755 miles (+144)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    78,755 miles
    Test number
    867406812851
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail78,611 miles (+618)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,611 miles
    Test number
    495694766479
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass77,993 miles (+1,367)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    77,993 miles
    Test number
    257115894264
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass76,626 miles (+1,694)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    76,626 miles
    Test number
    977233897027
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front inner wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass74,932 miles (+748)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    74,932 miles
    Test number
    402245305904
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front inner wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass74,184 miles (+381)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    74,184 miles
    Test number
    672570452165
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass73,803 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,803 miles
    Test number
    920189010323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,718 miles (+1,531)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    73,718 miles
    Test number
    918028766513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,187 miles (+32)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    72,187 miles
    Test number
    264978702993
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension corroded front & rear

  11. Fail72,155 miles (+2,817)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,155 miles
    Test number
    918201554269
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor - sill holed (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension corroded front & rear

  12. Pass69,338 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    69,338 miles
    Test number
    433794394815
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  13. Fail69,338 miles (+4,797)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,338 miles
    Test number
    272659714786
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass64,541 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    64,541 miles
    Test number
    775735333063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail64,541 miles (+5,461)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,541 miles
    Test number
    904996992740
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick will need to be investagated as looks like brakes have been binding (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid on minium

  16. Pass59,080 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    59,080 miles
    Test number
    275169974293
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNs & os outer sills have plastic covers

  17. Fail59,080 miles (+6,052)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,080 miles
    Test number
    475199474288
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNs & os outer sills have plastic covers

  18. Pass53,028 miles (+5,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    53,028 miles
    Test number
    296541683240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  19. Pass47,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    47,205 miles
    Test number
    687958572269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail47,205 miles (+7,127)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,205 miles
    Test number
    306407972202
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass40,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    40,078 miles
    Test number
    766330281293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail40,078 miles (+5,218)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,078 miles
    Test number
    158500681222
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs scored and pitted

  23. Pass34,860 miles (+4,058)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    34,860 miles
    Test number
    592306480223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,802 miles (+3,762)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    30,802 miles
    Test number
    280224269207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,040 miles (+4,414)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    27,040 miles
    Test number
    653081688274
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass22,626 miles (+8,654)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    22,626 miles
    Test number
    431248687225
    • 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)

  27. Pass13,972 miles (+1,350)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    13,972 miles
    Test number
    261033286290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass12,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    12,622 miles
    Test number
    901825276002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T939 RGJ

Does T939 RGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T939 RGJ expired on 15 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T939 RGJ?
The MOT on T939 RGJ expired on 15 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T939 RGJ done?
T939 RGJ was recorded at 82,121 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2025, an average of 3,552 miles a year.
Has T939 RGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T939 RGJ has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T939 RGJ 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 T939 RGJ find?
T939 RGJ failed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2025 with 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: nearside front brake hose ferrule excessively corroded; nearside front inner vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting arch/chassis leg; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced, and 20 more.

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