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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1995 · 1,800 cc

M171 SWPMOT history

M171 SWP is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 154,844 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

M171 SWP blue 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 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
154,844 km
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,147 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M171 SWP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M171 SWP was last recorded at 154,844 km on 1 Jul 2026, 17 km more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,827 km · 29 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
17 km
Average per year
3,147 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,844 km
  • 2022 – 120,768 km
  • 2021 – 120,007 km
  • 2019 – 119,780 km
  • 2018 – 118,778 km
  • 2017 – 117,410 km
  • 2016 – 115,180 km
  • 2013 – 111,235 km
  • 2009 – 99,497 km
  • 2005 – 90,118 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,844 km
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Chassis Leg Slightly DamagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,844 km (+17)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    154,844 km
    Test number
    406370443511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Chassis Leg Slightly Damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail154,827 km (+100)1 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,827 km
    Test number
    629720265281
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis Leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Chassis Leg Slightly Damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail154,727 km8 major1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,727 km
    Test number
    674222680672
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Pass138,487 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    138,487 miles
    Test number
    617104253177
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail138,477 miles (+15,797)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,477 miles
    Test number
    697417725956
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to Exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Wheel arch /End sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass122,680 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    122,680 miles
    Test number
    221143318889
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle corroded

  7. Fail122,675 miles (+914)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,675 miles
    Test number
    475532973247
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle corroded

  8. Pass121,761 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    121,761 miles
    Test number
    390719572069
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear subframe and suspension

  9. Pass120,768 km (+761)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    120,768 km
    Test number
    255792187101
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to under side of vehicle

  10. Pass120,007 km (+227)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    120,007 km
    Test number
    640351009567
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass119,780 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    119,780 km
    Test number
    212766522630
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail119,766 km (+988)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,766 km
    Test number
    939402478112
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both not illuminating number plate (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass118,778 km (+1,368)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    118,778 km
    Test number
    367725945770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass117,410 km (+2,230)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    117,410 km
    Test number
    520270520535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass115,180 km
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    115,180 km
    Test number
    645985666111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass114,372 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    114,372 miles
    Test number
    756508425044
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  17. Fail114,372 miles (+2,788)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,372 miles
    Test number
    146766625072
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass111,584 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    111,584 miles
    Test number
    876792433360
    • NoteNoise near side rear?
    • NoteOff side outer sill slight corrosion.
    • NoteRear silecer has a rattle.
    • NoteSurface rust under vehicle.

  19. Pass111,235 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    111,235 km
    Test number
    566096383165
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  20. Fail111,235 km2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,235 km
    Test number
    937645383132
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  21. Pass110,766 miles (+1,229)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    110,766 miles
    Test number
    517201452128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/f brake pads 75% worn

  22. Pass109,537 miles (+4,818)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    109,537 miles
    Test number
    265517611192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail104,719 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,719 miles
    Test number
    783721480020
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth head lights only just passed the mot will need replaceing soon

  24. Pass104,719 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    104,719 miles
    Test number
    910691880077
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth head lights only just passed the mot will need replaceing soon

  25. Pass99,497 km
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    99,497 km
    Test number
    384326309196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail99,497 km1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,497 km
    Test number
    550556709156
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  27. Pass98,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    98,564 miles
    Test number
    680591328224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail98,564 miles (+2,378)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,564 miles
    Test number
    124601428264
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Pass96,186 miles (+14)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    96,186 miles
    Test number
    304311827229
    • NoteCorrosion rear nearside outer sill
    • NoteFront nearside brake discs rusty

  30. Fail96,172 miles (+4,118)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,172 miles
    Test number
    342426017432
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteCorrosion rear nearside outer sill
    • NoteFront nearside brake discs rusty

  31. Fail92,054 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,054 miles
    Test number
    650506506229
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteCorrosion rear nearside outer sill
    • NoteSlight bind on front nearside brake

  32. Pass92,054 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    92,054 miles
    Test number
    901316506209
    • NoteCorrosion rear nearside outer sill
    • NoteSlight bind on front nearside brake

  33. Pass90,118 km1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    90,118 km
    Test number
    722760345361
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteCorrosion starting on nearside rear outer sill.
    • NoteNail in tyre

Questions about M171 SWP

Does M171 SWP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M171 SWP is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on M171 SWP?
The MOT on M171 SWP is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M171 SWP done?
M171 SWP was recorded at 154,844 km at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 3,147 km a year.
Has M171 SWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M171 SWP has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on M171 SWP 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 M171 SWP find?
M171 SWP passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front chassis leg slightly damaged; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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