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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1996 · 1,839 cc

P102 UBWMOT history

P102 UBW is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Sept 1996. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 117,960 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

P102 UBW black Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2026
Mileage
117,960 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,322 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P102 UBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Sept 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

P102 UBW was last recorded at 117,960 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 3,285 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,675 miles · 4 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,285 miles
Average per year
2,322 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,960 miles
  • 2025 – 114,675 miles
  • 2024 – 109,981 miles
  • 2019 – 101,857 miles
  • 2018 – 97,057 miles
  • 2017 – 92,382 miles
  • 2016 – 87,849 miles
  • 2015 – 84,112 miles
  • 2014 – 80,555 miles
  • 2013 – 78,009 miles
  • 2012 – 77,977 miles
  • 2010 – 76,991 miles
  • 2009 – 76,163 miles
  • 2008 – 75,131 miles
  • 2007 – 73,740 miles
  • 2006 – 70,356 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail117,960 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

What MOT failures 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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear outer sill in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear outer sill in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail117,960 miles (+3,285)2 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,960 miles
    Test number
    689763751473
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass114,675 miles (+4,694)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    114,675 miles
    Test number
    907839132022
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective beam image slightly effected (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. handbrake high (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  3. Pass109,981 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    109,981 miles
    Test number
    624109674957
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail109,981 miles (+8,124)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,981 miles
    Test number
    780976513228
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass101,857 miles (+4,800)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,857 miles
    Test number
    604282469254
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass97,057 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    97,057 miles
    Test number
    873181579519
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill in poor condition

  7. Fail97,057 miles (+4,675)2 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,057 miles
    Test number
    785431240569
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousWindscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected Sticker right across upper wipe area (3.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill in poor condition

  8. Pass92,382 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,382 miles
    Test number
    906969018525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail92,382 miles (+4,533)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,382 miles
    Test number
    753979721534
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass87,849 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    87,849 miles
    Test number
    144169684496
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail87,849 miles (+3,737)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,849 miles
    Test number
    373931645700
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass84,112 miles (+3,557)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    84,112 miles
    Test number
    627237945063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,555 miles (+2,546)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    80,555 miles
    Test number
    156518754471
    • NoteAll drop links bushes worn
    • NoteAll springs corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear discs corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass78,009 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    78,009 miles
    Test number
    409026853032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,977 miles (+986)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    77,977 miles
    Test number
    578496482054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,991 miles (+828)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    76,991 miles
    Test number
    193535980029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,163 miles (+1,032)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    76,163 miles
    Test number
    882313799017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail75,131 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,131 miles
    Test number
    190008788414
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass75,131 miles (+1,391)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    75,131 miles
    Test number
    660048088031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,740 miles (+3,384)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    73,740 miles
    Test number
    771802587063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass70,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    70,356 miles
    Test number
    194080096076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P102 UBW

Does P102 UBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P102 UBW expired on 3 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P102 UBW?
The MOT on P102 UBW expired on 3 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P102 UBW done?
P102 UBW was recorded at 117,960 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 2,322 miles a year.
Has P102 UBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P102 UBW has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on P102 UBW 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 P102 UBW find?
P102 UBW failed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 7 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 8 more.

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