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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T976 XBXMOT history

T976 XBX is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 12 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 64,775 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
64,775 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,584 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T976 XBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T976 XBX was last recorded at 64,775 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 112 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,663 miles · 21 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
112 miles
Average per year
1,584 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,775 miles
  • 2023 – 64,663 miles
  • 2021 – 64,214 miles
  • 2018 – 63,578 miles
  • 2016 – 63,112 miles
  • 2015 – 62,168 miles
  • 2014 – 59,846 miles
  • 2013 – 58,741 miles
  • 2011 – 57,524 miles
  • 2010 – 55,680 miles
  • 2009 – 52,361 miles
  • 2008 – 47,114 miles
  • 2007 – 40,166 miles
  • 2006 – 33,352 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,775 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,775 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    64,775 miles
    Test number
    623982562986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass64,663 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    64,663 miles
    Test number
    987520918317
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail64,663 miles (+449)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,663 miles
    Test number
    507374077466
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass64,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    64,214 miles
    Test number
    680816886085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail64,214 miles (+636)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,214 miles
    Test number
    707344472192
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  6. Pass63,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    63,578 miles
    Test number
    889713295978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail63,578 miles (+466)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,578 miles
    Test number
    283801941765
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
  8. Pass63,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    63,112 miles
    Test number
    503103949048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail63,112 miles (+944)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,112 miles
    Test number
    399797479280
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
  10. Pass62,168 miles (+962)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    62,168 miles
    Test number
    624566000856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,206 miles (+1,360)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    61,206 miles
    Test number
    449543415047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,846 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    59,846 miles
    Test number
    329690734065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,845 miles (+1,104)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,845 miles
    Test number
    565329224024
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
  14. Pass58,741 miles (+1,217)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    58,741 miles
    Test number
    547150713085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,524 miles (+1,036)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    57,524 miles
    Test number
    327443361337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,488 miles (+808)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    56,488 miles
    Test number
    527453311096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,680 miles (+3,319)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    55,680 miles
    Test number
    884373710069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,361 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    52,361 miles
    Test number
    351886119086
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  19. Fail52,361 miles (+5,247)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,361 miles
    Test number
    574406819086
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  20. Pass47,114 miles (+6,948)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    47,114 miles
    Test number
    590639908168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2008
    Odometer
    40,166 miles
    Test number
    621107017126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail40,166 miles (+6,814)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,166 miles
    Test number
    293175817427
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  23. Pass33,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    33,352 miles
    Test number
    214109126187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T976 XBX

Does T976 XBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T976 XBX is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T976 XBX?
The MOT on T976 XBX is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T976 XBX done?
T976 XBX was recorded at 64,775 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 1,584 miles a year.
Has T976 XBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T976 XBX has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T976 XBX 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 T976 XBX find?
T976 XBX passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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