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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T998 KEXMOT history

T998 KEX is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 5 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 107,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
107,563 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,299 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T998 KEX
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 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T998 KEX was last recorded at 107,563 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 1,361 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,202 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,361 miles
Average per year
2,299 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,563 miles
  • 2025 – 106,202 miles
  • 2022 – 105,470 miles
  • 2021 – 104,583 miles
  • 2019 – 103,658 miles
  • 2017 – 102,475 miles
  • 2016 – 99,900 miles
  • 2015 – 97,119 miles
  • 2014 – 95,314 miles
  • 2013 – 92,388 miles
  • 2012 – 85,156 miles
  • 2011 – 79,522 miles
  • 2010 – 77,248 miles
  • 2009 – 73,123 miles
  • 2008 – 70,800 miles
  • 2007 – 67,147 miles
  • 2006 – 61,736 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,563 miles
  • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass107,563 miles (+1,361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    107,563 miles
    Test number
    484199741209
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion

  2. Pass106,202 miles (+732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    106,202 miles
    Test number
    268189196402
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  3. Pass105,470 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    105,470 miles
    Test number
    176626420954
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Standard fitment seat belt missing
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion

  4. Fail105,470 miles (+887)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,470 miles
    Test number
    537795524360
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Standard fitment seat belt missing
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion

  5. Pass104,583 miles (+925)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    104,583 miles
    Test number
    459434884072
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody corrosion

  6. Pass103,658 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    103,658 miles
    Test number
    184101744620
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail103,656 miles (+1,181)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,656 miles
    Test number
    798299290546
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting nr subframe mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass102,475 miles (+2,575)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    102,475 miles
    Test number
    740880804953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass99,900 miles (+2,781)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    99,900 miles
    Test number
    370543204321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass97,119 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    97,119 miles
    Test number
    928363805246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail97,117 miles (+1,803)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,117 miles
    Test number
    517122505217
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass95,314 miles (+2,926)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    95,314 miles
    Test number
    885539304207
    • NoteAll tyres cracked

  13. Pass92,388 miles (+7,232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    92,388 miles
    Test number
    549957503287
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass85,156 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    85,156 miles
    Test number
    207141572164
    • NoteExhaust system heavily corroded

  15. Fail85,154 miles (+5,632)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,154 miles
    Test number
    237313862171
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteExhaust system heavily corroded

  16. Pass79,522 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    79,522 miles
    Test number
    296022091155
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail79,522 miles (+2,274)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,522 miles
    Test number
    455638081125
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass77,248 miles (+4,125)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    77,248 miles
    Test number
    912977390104
    • NoteFront and rear brake disks pitted

  19. Pass73,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    73,123 miles
    Test number
    993581199190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail73,123 miles (+2,323)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,123 miles
    Test number
    130249489141
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  21. Fail70,800 miles4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,800 miles
    Test number
    352229468425
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have small cracks in tread

  22. Pass70,800 miles (+3,653)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    70,800 miles
    Test number
    354419268217
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have small cracks in tread

  23. Pass67,147 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    67,147 miles
    Test number
    502397877200
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear tyres slightly perished

  24. Fail67,147 miles (+5,411)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,147 miles
    Test number
    224104477218
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/f o/s/r n/s/r tyres slighty perished

  25. Pass61,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    61,736 miles
    Test number
    253300876239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T998 KEX

Does T998 KEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T998 KEX is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T998 KEX?
The MOT on T998 KEX is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T998 KEX done?
T998 KEX was recorded at 107,563 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 2,299 miles a year.
Has T998 KEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T998 KEX has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T998 KEX 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 T998 KEX find?
T998 KEX passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: various under body corrosion.

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