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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T963 SCEMOT history

T963 SCE is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 83,732 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Nov 2026
Mileage
83,732 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T963 SCE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T963 SCE was last recorded at 83,732 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 2,018 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,714 miles · 1 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,018 miles
Average per year
1,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,732 miles
  • 2024 – 81,714 miles
  • 2023 – 79,893 miles
  • 2022 – 79,430 miles
  • 2021 – 78,322 miles
  • 2020 – 76,970 miles
  • 2019 – 67,189 miles
  • 2018 – 65,246 miles
  • 2017 – 64,195 miles
  • 2016 – 62,088 miles
  • 2015 – 60,810 miles
  • 2014 – 60,378 miles
  • 2013 – 59,929 miles
  • 2012 – 59,742 miles
  • 2011 – 59,432 miles
  • 2009 – 58,689 miles
  • 2008 – 58,323 miles
  • 2007 – 57,801 miles
  • 2006 – 57,094 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,732 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Both front tyres 16 years old

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • O/S headlight has a mount broken but still secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,732 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    83,732 miles
    Test number
    842523845218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail83,732 miles (+2,018)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,732 miles
    Test number
    276079971725
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass81,714 miles (+1,821)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    81,714 miles
    Test number
    551046123834
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass79,893 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    79,893 miles
    Test number
    623965014273
    • AdvisoryBrake Performance : Front Lockout Imbalance 20 %
    • AdvisoryNote ; Various covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective silencer rubber mounting perished (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail79,893 miles (+56)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,893 miles
    Test number
    649456576325
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake Performance : Front Lockout Imbalance 20 %
    • AdvisoryNote ; Various covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective silencer rubber mounting perished (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail79,837 miles (+407)2 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,837 miles
    Test number
    657925692472
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken at top end (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis Rail , Damaged , Distorted (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded by hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNote ; Battery clamp upside down
    • AdvisoryNote ; Various covers , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis Rail Slight Damage (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass79,430 miles (+1,108)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    79,430 miles
    Test number
    330678805860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,322 miles (+1,352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    78,322 miles
    Test number
    205658622736
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass76,970 miles (+37)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    76,970 miles
    Test number
    339381539769
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres 16 years old
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/S headlight has a mount broken but still secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail76,933 miles (+9,744)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,933 miles
    Test number
    460906352298
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Due to O/S/R brake issue (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to low engine oil level (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres 16 years old
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level not on dipstick
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/S headlight has a mount broken but still secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake has got hot and outer brake pad 2/3 missing due to heat

  11. Pass67,189 miles (+1,943)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    67,189 miles
    Test number
    259574386508
    • AdvisoryNearside slight damage to chassis rail
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryBoth front chassis rails around anti roll bar mountings starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers etc prevent full inspection
    • AdvisoryRear of both outer sills starting to signs of corrosion

  12. Pass65,246 miles (+1,051)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    65,246 miles
    Test number
    771156519699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,195 miles (+2,107)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    64,195 miles
    Test number
    293936727930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,088 miles (+1,278)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    62,088 miles
    Test number
    125526746747
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass60,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    60,810 miles
    Test number
    246940995099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail60,810 miles (+432)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,810 miles
    Test number
    176640595047
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre badly perished

  17. Pass60,378 miles (+449)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,378 miles
    Test number
    706410104191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,929 miles (+187)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    59,929 miles
    Test number
    357200823109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,742 miles (+310)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    59,742 miles
    Test number
    236968282040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,432 miles (+743)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,432 miles
    Test number
    667635291018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    58,689 miles
    Test number
    713533899033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail58,689 miles (+366)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,689 miles
    Test number
    161483599400
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

  23. Pass58,323 miles (+522)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    58,323 miles
    Test number
    493551998023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,801 miles (+707)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    57,801 miles
    Test number
    243589787052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass57,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    57,094 miles
    Test number
    194246696092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T963 SCE

Does T963 SCE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T963 SCE is valid until 8 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T963 SCE?
The MOT on T963 SCE is valid until 8 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T963 SCE done?
T963 SCE was recorded at 83,732 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 1,360 miles a year.
Has T963 SCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T963 SCE has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T963 SCE 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 T963 SCE find?
T963 SCE passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge.

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