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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T974 SGKMOT history

T974 SGK is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 16 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 90,063 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
90,063 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T974 SGK
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
16 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T974 SGK was last recorded at 90,063 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 295 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,768 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
295 miles
Average per year
2,799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,063 miles
  • 2025 – 89,768 miles
  • 2024 – 88,946 miles
  • 2022 – 86,102 miles
  • 2021 – 83,409 miles
  • 2020 – 81,706 miles
  • 2019 – 78,981 miles
  • 2018 – 78,676 miles
  • 2017 – 76,396 miles
  • 2016 – 71,689 miles
  • 2015 – 66,576 miles
  • 2013 – 64,089 miles
  • 2012 – 60,126 miles
  • 2011 – 56,136 miles
  • 2010 – 51,378 miles
  • 2009 – 47,176 miles
  • 2008 – 40,543 miles
  • 2007 – 39,015 miles
  • 2006 – 34,391 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,063 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 plastic sill covers fitted both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • No standard exhaust fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Non standard suspension fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside headlight aim on max.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,063 miles (+295)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    90,063 miles
    Test number
    243477190171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass89,768 miles (+822)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    89,768 miles
    Test number
    221486482777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass88,946 miles (+2,844)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    88,946 miles
    Test number
    184010550617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,102 miles (+2,693)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    86,102 miles
    Test number
    993077336687
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front arms (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 all rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass83,409 miles (+1,703)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    83,409 miles
    Test number
    540369006759
    • AdvisoryRear rear arms and subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryNon standard exhaust

  6. Pass81,706 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    81,706 miles
    Test number
    148261985420
    • AdvisoryFront plastic sill covers fitted both sides
    • AdvisoryNo standard exhaust fitted
    • AdvisoryNon standard suspension fitted

  7. Fail81,706 miles (+2,725)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,706 miles
    Test number
    849280386741
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced lower sill center (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront plastic sill covers fitted both sides
    • AdvisoryNo standard exhaust fitted
    • AdvisoryNon standard suspension fitted

  8. Pass78,981 miles (+305)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,981 miles
    Test number
    814368843733
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake caliper has sign of dampness
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion to all suspension components

  9. Pass78,676 miles (+57)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    78,676 miles
    Test number
    358126334470
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight aim on max.
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight aim on min.
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and damage to sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension components
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covered
    • AdvisoryRear no.plate poor

  10. Fail78,619 miles (+2,223)2 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,619 miles
    Test number
    904510946589
    • FailureDriver's airbag missing (5.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight aim on max.
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight aim on min.
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and damage to sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension components
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covered
    • AdvisoryRear no.plate poor

  11. Pass76,396 miles (+67)1 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,396 miles
    Test number
    840566708066
    • DangerousNearside Rear tyre inner sidewall badly split close to cord
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level low
    • AdvisoryDampness around n/s/r caliper
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear number plate water damaged
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension rubbers deteriorated

  12. Fail76,329 miles (+4,640)1 dangerous5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,329 miles
    Test number
    361283588374
    • DangerousNearside Rear tyre inner sidewall badly split close to cord
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working Both (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level low
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear number plate water damaged
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension rubbers deteriorated

  13. Pass71,689 miles (+5,113)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    71,689 miles
    Test number
    838509392315
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened both front (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers worn

  14. Fail66,576 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,576 miles
    Test number
    669682465008
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteFront wipers worn

  15. Pass66,576 miles (+2,487)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,576 miles
    Test number
    915602565029
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteFront wipers worn

  16. Pass64,089 miles (+3,963)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    64,089 miles
    Test number
    965282823166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,126 miles (+3,990)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    60,126 miles
    Test number
    125471022129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,136 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    56,136 miles
    Test number
    215800121196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail56,087 miles (+4,709)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,087 miles
    Test number
    256854891075
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass51,378 miles (+4,202)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    51,378 miles
    Test number
    424246290030
    • NoteExhaust system corroded.
    • NoteFront discs corroded.
    • NoteRear discs corroded.
    • NoteRear pads worn very low.

  21. Pass47,176 miles (+6,633)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    47,176 miles
    Test number
    122766579443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,543 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    40,543 miles
    Test number
    631437988027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,524 miles (+1,509)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    40,524 miles
    Test number
    522609838007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,015 miles (+4,624)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    39,015 miles
    Test number
    844660547284
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads worn low

  25. Pass34,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    34,391 miles
    Test number
    631333346211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T974 SGK

Does T974 SGK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T974 SGK is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T974 SGK?
The MOT on T974 SGK is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T974 SGK done?
T974 SGK was recorded at 90,063 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 2,799 miles a year.
Has T974 SGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T974 SGK has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on T974 SGK 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 T974 SGK find?
T974 SGK passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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