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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T97 EBWMOT history

T97 EBW is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 105,824 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
105,824 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T97 EBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T97 EBW was last recorded at 105,824 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 40 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,784 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
40 miles
Average per year
2,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,824 miles
  • 2024 – 105,784 miles
  • 2023 – 105,768 miles
  • 2022 – 105,171 miles
  • 2021 – 104,944 miles
  • 2020 – 104,811 miles
  • 2019 – 102,799 miles
  • 2018 – 101,911 miles
  • 2017 – 101,513 miles
  • 2016 – 101,279 miles
  • 2015 – 100,865 miles
  • 2014 – 98,915 miles
  • 2013 – 95,616 miles
  • 2012 – 93,281 miles
  • 2011 – 90,514 miles
  • 2010 – 88,279 miles
  • 2009 – 87,152 miles
  • 2008 – 83,886 miles
  • 2007 – 78,326 miles
  • 2006 – 64,995 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,824 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside front shock absorber lower bush deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,824 miles (+40)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    105,824 miles
    Test number
    655180232057
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass105,784 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    105,784 miles
    Test number
    471927242901
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass105,768 miles (+597)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    105,768 miles
    Test number
    449091410138
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened & all attached suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryThree alloy wheel bolt covers fitted, nearside rear missing.

  4. Pass105,171 miles (+227)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    105,171 miles
    Test number
    786800402287
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And all attached suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass104,944 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    104,944 miles
    Test number
    772858451834
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail104,910 miles (+99)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,910 miles
    Test number
    123920162543
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass104,811 miles (+2,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    104,811 miles
    Test number
    643449464932
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass102,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,799 miles
    Test number
    448138998541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail102,799 miles (+888)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,799 miles
    Test number
    479399719806
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass101,911 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    101,911 miles
    Test number
    424453213118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail101,908 miles (+395)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,908 miles
    Test number
    129932925839
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass101,513 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    101,513 miles
    Test number
    372908515662
    • AdvisoryOffside front shock absorber lower bush deteriorated

  13. Fail101,513 miles (+234)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,513 miles
    Test number
    252690151557
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front shock absorber lower bush deteriorated

  14. Pass101,279 miles (+414)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    101,279 miles
    Test number
    967095398136
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass100,865 miles (+1,950)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    100,865 miles
    Test number
    736603775143
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass98,915 miles (+3,299)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    98,915 miles
    Test number
    525845484160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,616 miles (+2,335)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    95,616 miles
    Test number
    806052473195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass93,281 miles (+2,767)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    93,281 miles
    Test number
    247054572408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass90,514 miles (+2,235)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    90,514 miles
    Test number
    486547861117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass88,279 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    88,279 miles
    Test number
    832831180101
    • NoteRear discs rusty

  21. FailMileage not read1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    652217860104
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteRear discs rusty

  22. Pass87,152 miles (+3,266)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    87,152 miles
    Test number
    211096659489
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  23. Pass83,886 miles (+5,560)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    83,886 miles
    Test number
    413976458128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass78,326 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    78,326 miles
    Test number
    181062767161
    • NoteFRONT TYRES-- DIFFERENT TREAD PATTERN †FRONT AND REAR TYRES DIFF SIZES †EXHAUST RUSTY IN PLACES.

  25. Fail78,326 miles (+13,331)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,326 miles
    Test number
    281232367152
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFRONT TYRES-- DIFFERENT TREAD PATTERN †FRONT AND REAR TYRES DIFF SIZES †EXHAUST RUSTY IN PLACES.

  26. Pass64,995 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    64,995 miles
    Test number
    181311766149
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing on outer wall
    • NoteOuter sills fitted
    • NoteRear pads low
    • NoteUnder tyre fitted

Questions about T97 EBW

Does T97 EBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T97 EBW is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T97 EBW?
The MOT on T97 EBW is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T97 EBW done?
T97 EBW was recorded at 105,824 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 2,097 miles a year.
Has T97 EBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T97 EBW has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T97 EBW 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 T97 EBW find?
T97 EBW passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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