Mazda logo

Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1990 · 1,597 cc

G623 BGSMOT history

G623 BGS is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 18 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 122,054 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2026.

G623 BGS silver Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
122,054 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,892 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for G623 BGS in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
G623 BGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
18 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

G623 BGS was last recorded at 122,054 miles on 4 Apr 2026, 1,645 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,409 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,645 miles
Average per year
1,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,054 miles
  • 2025 – 120,409 miles
  • 2024 – 113,154 miles
  • 2021 – 112,952 miles
  • 2018 – 112,391 miles
  • 2016 – 112,154 miles
  • 2013 – 109,934 miles
  • 2012 – 108,050 miles
  • 2011 – 105,902 miles
  • 2010 – 104,446 miles
  • 2009 – 101,803 miles
  • 2008 – 96,810 miles
  • 2007 – 96,393 miles
  • 2006 – 83,964 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,054 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,054 miles (+1,645)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    122,054 miles
    Test number
    888161369080
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass120,409 miles (+7,255)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    120,409 miles
    Test number
    153580850407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass113,154 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    113,154 miles
    Test number
    378455939168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail113,154 miles (+202)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,154 miles
    Test number
    123085622119
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass112,952 miles (+561)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    112,952 miles
    Test number
    266364031966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass112,391 miles (+237)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    112,391 miles
    Test number
    415473219590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass112,154 miles (+2,220)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    112,154 miles
    Test number
    981048180595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass109,934 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    109,934 miles
    Test number
    206244453187
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail109,925 miles (+1,875)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,925 miles
    Test number
    429041053156
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass108,050 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    108,050 miles
    Test number
    415363052092
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Fail108,043 miles (+2,141)1 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,043 miles
    Test number
    368867742030
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  12. Pass105,902 miles (+1,456)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    105,902 miles
    Test number
    697560951008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    104,446 miles
    Test number
    502007850021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail104,446 miles (+2,643)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,446 miles
    Test number
    660237450061
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass101,803 miles (+4,993)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    101,803 miles
    Test number
    872483249012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass96,810 miles (+417)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    96,810 miles
    Test number
    114745848019
    • NoteRear discs are rustly the pads are not touching on full braking aera

  17. Pass96,393 miles (+12,429)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    96,393 miles
    Test number
    392245747041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    83,964 miles
    Test number
    792636646021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about G623 BGS

Does G623 BGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on G623 BGS is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on G623 BGS?
The MOT on G623 BGS is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has G623 BGS done?
G623 BGS was recorded at 122,054 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2026, an average of 1,892 miles a year.
Has G623 BGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G623 BGS has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on G623 BGS 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 G623 BGS find?
G623 BGS passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 1 more.

Related registrations

Browse all G623 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.