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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T968 KFUMOT history

T968 KFU is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 13 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 87,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
87,218 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,082 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T968 KFU
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
13 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T968 KFU was last recorded at 87,218 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,213 miles · 27 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,082 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,218 miles
  • 2025 – 85,447 miles
  • 2024 – 84,524 miles
  • 2023 – 82,964 miles
  • 2022 – 81,483 miles
  • 2021 – 79,105 miles
  • 2020 – 77,093 miles
  • 2019 – 77,059 miles
  • 2018 – 73,806 miles
  • 2014 – 71,798 miles
  • 2013 – 70,092 miles
  • 2012 – 68,895 miles
  • 2011 – 65,323 miles
  • 2010 – 61,772 miles
  • 2009 – 56,942 miles
  • 2008 – 48,562 miles
  • 2007 – 42,686 miles
  • 2006 – 32,917 miles
  • 2005 – 23,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,218 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,218 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    87,218 miles
    Test number
    153298378493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail87,213 miles (+1,766)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,213 miles
    Test number
    985947821438
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass85,447 miles (+923)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    85,447 miles
    Test number
    402529733788
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass84,524 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    84,524 miles
    Test number
    832625529648
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail84,524 miles (+1,560)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,524 miles
    Test number
    682342047491
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass82,964 miles (+1,481)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    82,964 miles
    Test number
    987906454648
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass81,483 miles (+7)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    81,483 miles
    Test number
    397790041370
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front repair covered in sealer
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail81,476 miles (+2,371)3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,476 miles
    Test number
    540837799600
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass79,105 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    79,105 miles
    Test number
    794647609022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail79,090 miles (+1,997)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,090 miles
    Test number
    462980790076
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass77,093 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    77,093 miles
    Test number
    565280922535
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Near & Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Near & Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Near & Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Near & Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail77,085 miles (+26)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,085 miles
    Test number
    975039418848
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Near & Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Near & Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Near & Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Near & Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Fail77,059 miles (+3,253)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,059 miles
    Test number
    962654266909
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Near & Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Near & Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass73,806 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    73,806 miles
    Test number
    986415819056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail73,798 miles (+2,000)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,798 miles
    Test number
    632084560613
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  16. Pass71,798 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    71,798 miles
    Test number
    579813744183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail71,755 miles (+1,663)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,755 miles
    Test number
    468765034135
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  18. Pass70,092 miles (+1,197)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    70,092 miles
    Test number
    526090843199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,895 miles (+3,572)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    68,895 miles
    Test number
    829063542108
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteVehicle starting to corrode on underside

  20. Pass65,323 miles (+3,551)14 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    65,323 miles
    Test number
    387301251198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth pas pipes corroded along stearing rack

  21. Pass61,772 miles (+4,830)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    61,772 miles
    Test number
    184592950188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass56,942 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    56,942 miles
    Test number
    224533859425
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Fail56,942 miles (+8,380)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,942 miles
    Test number
    482533559123
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass48,562 miles (+5,876)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    48,562 miles
    Test number
    471326258107
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEmissions failed on first attempt. exhaust baffles rattling

  25. Pass42,686 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    42,686 miles
    Test number
    313223867140
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Fail42,686 miles (+9,769)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,686 miles
    Test number
    214163267477
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass32,917 miles (+9,906)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    32,917 miles
    Test number
    812186246178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    23,011 miles
    Test number
    412362955120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T968 KFU

Does T968 KFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T968 KFU is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T968 KFU?
The MOT on T968 KFU is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T968 KFU done?
T968 KFU was recorded at 87,218 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 3,082 miles a year.
Has T968 KFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T968 KFU has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T968 KFU 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 T968 KFU find?
T968 KFU passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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