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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T988 APYMOT history

T988 APY is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 76,820 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2026
Mileage
76,820 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,291 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T988 APY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T988 APY was last recorded at 76,820 miles on 22 Oct 2025, 419 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,401 miles · 9 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
419 miles
Average per year
2,291 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 76,820 miles
  • 2024 – 76,401 miles
  • 2023 – 76,017 miles
  • 2022 – 75,609 miles
  • 2021 – 74,935 miles
  • 2020 – 74,286 miles
  • 2019 – 72,525 miles
  • 2018 – 70,705 miles
  • 2017 – 67,216 miles
  • 2016 – 63,699 miles
  • 2015 – 62,654 miles
  • 2014 – 58,878 miles
  • 2013 – 56,415 miles
  • 2012 – 53,982 miles
  • 2011 – 51,398 miles
  • 2010 – 48,349 miles
  • 2009 – 45,207 miles
  • 2008 – 41,787 miles
  • 2007 – 38,063 miles
  • 2006 – 34,477 miles
  • 2005 – 30,415 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,820 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,820 miles (+419)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    76,820 miles
    Test number
    864735265552
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass76,401 miles (+384)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    76,401 miles
    Test number
    386100712187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass76,017 miles (+408)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    76,017 miles
    Test number
    729099103169
    • AdvisoryThe car has been patch wielded in several places

  4. Pass75,609 miles (+674)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    75,609 miles
    Test number
    605475658482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass74,935 miles (+649)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    74,935 miles
    Test number
    179182910796
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass74,286 miles (+1,761)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    74,286 miles
    Test number
    414264528402
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass72,525 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,525 miles
    Test number
    959612953164
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  8. Fail72,523 miles (+1,818)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,523 miles
    Test number
    853640145996
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  9. Pass70,705 miles (+3,489)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    70,705 miles
    Test number
    132950067416
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted

  10. Pass67,216 miles (+3,517)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    67,216 miles
    Test number
    851719665882
    • AdvisoryBoth front chassis legs patch repaired undersealed
    • AdvisoryRear sills patch repaired undersealed

  11. Pass63,699 miles (+1,045)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,699 miles
    Test number
    580196576319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,654 miles (+3,776)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    62,654 miles
    Test number
    955312725216
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll four suspension arms and both sills corroded but firm to finger pressure
    • NoteOffside rear wheel arch corroded
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealed

  13. Pass58,878 miles (+2,463)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    58,878 miles
    Test number
    148563424221
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth vehicle outer sills showing signs of corrosion, firm to finger pressure.
    • NoteExhaust degraded
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealed

  14. Pass56,415 miles (+2,433)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    56,415 miles
    Test number
    388140413488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll vehicle suspension arms showing signs of corrosion
    • NoteOs rear wheel arch slightly corroded
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealed

  15. Pass53,982 miles (+2,584)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    53,982 miles
    Test number
    718053022268
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteAll brake pipes heavily undersealed
    • NoteRear subframe corroded
    • NoteRear wheel arches corroded

  16. Pass51,398 miles (+3,049)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    51,398 miles
    Test number
    587930121235
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass48,349 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    48,349 miles
    Test number
    861550930285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,344 miles (+3,137)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,344 miles
    Test number
    843430530251
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  19. Pass45,207 miles (+3,420)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    45,207 miles
    Test number
    811622319249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass41,787 miles (+3,724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    41,787 miles
    Test number
    394641818237
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass38,063 miles (+3,586)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    38,063 miles
    Test number
    310414437281
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass34,477 miles (+4,062)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    34,477 miles
    Test number
    603143626234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    30,415 miles
    Test number
    881614305213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail30,415 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,415 miles
    Test number
    113012205227
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T988 APY

Does T988 APY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T988 APY is valid until 25 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T988 APY?
The MOT on T988 APY is valid until 25 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T988 APY done?
T988 APY was recorded at 76,820 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025, an average of 2,291 miles a year.
Has T988 APY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T988 APY has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on T988 APY 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 T988 APY find?
T988 APY passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; nearside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; offside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, and 1 more.

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