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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T979 KGOMOT history

T979 KGO is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Jun 2024 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 110,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jun 2024
Mileage
110,218 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2023
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T979 KGO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T979 KGO was last recorded at 110,218 miles on 27 Jun 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,218 miles · 23 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 110,218 miles
  • 2019 – 109,947 miles
  • 2018 – 108,108 miles
  • 2017 – 91,392 miles
  • 2016 – 77,859 miles
  • 2015 – 69,959 miles
  • 2014 – 68,941 miles
  • 2013 – 68,689 miles
  • 2012 – 68,662 miles
  • 2011 – 68,625 miles
  • 2009 – 68,466 miles
  • 2008 – 57,544 miles
  • 2007 – 47,394 miles
  • 2006 – 38,494 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,218 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Clutch fluid reservoir leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,218 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    110,218 miles
    Test number
    150139800366
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail110,218 miles (+271)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,218 miles
    Test number
    280326771828
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass109,947 miles (+7)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    109,947 miles
    Test number
    232226720097
    • AdvisoryClutch fluid reservoir leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs covered in under seal preventing full inspection

  4. Fail109,940 miles (+1,832)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,940 miles
    Test number
    289936368789
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired Sill damage taped - no structure underneath tape when tested via thumb pressure (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch fluid reservoir leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs covered in under seal preventing full inspection

  5. Pass108,108 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    108,108 miles
    Test number
    350381677268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail108,107 miles (+16,715)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,107 miles
    Test number
    367477615569
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  7. Pass91,392 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    91,392 miles
    Test number
    634640082041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  8. Fail91,373 miles (+13,514)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,373 miles
    Test number
    622791346178
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass77,859 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    77,859 miles
    Test number
    705112968601
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisorySlight cracking in rear tyre's

  10. Fail77,858 miles (+7,899)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,858 miles
    Test number
    911234557403
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisorySlight cracking in rear tyre's

  11. Pass69,959 miles (+1,018)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    69,959 miles
    Test number
    179520227481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,941 miles (+252)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    68,941 miles
    Test number
    785455534208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,689 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    68,689 miles
    Test number
    479086753225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,662 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    68,662 miles
    Test number
    346901492204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,625 miles (+159)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    68,625 miles
    Test number
    836759651112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,466 miles (+1,284)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    68,466 miles
    Test number
    591000989180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,182 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    67,182 miles
    Test number
    682078229006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail67,179 miles (+9,635)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,179 miles
    Test number
    601062629068
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  19. Pass57,544 miles (+10,150)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    57,544 miles
    Test number
    722869418009
    • NoteRear tyres low on tread n s down to 1.6mm wear bars also both possibly punctured

  20. Pass47,394 miles (+8,900)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    47,394 miles
    Test number
    322337627001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass38,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    38,494 miles
    Test number
    640147126083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T979 KGO

Does T979 KGO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T979 KGO expired on 26 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T979 KGO?
The MOT on T979 KGO expired on 26 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T979 KGO done?
T979 KGO was recorded at 110,218 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2023, an average of 4,119 miles a year.
Has T979 KGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T979 KGO has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T979 KGO 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 T979 KGO find?
T979 KGO passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2023 with 2 minor defects: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective.

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