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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 1,598 cc

P320 FPLMOT history

P320 FPL is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 21 Apr 1997. Its MOT is valid until 28 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 117,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

P320 FPL black 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 28 Aug 2027
Mileage
117,410 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P320 FPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
21 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P320 FPL was last recorded at 117,410 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 188 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,222 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
188 miles
Average per year
2,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,410 miles
  • 2025 – 117,222 miles
  • 2024 – 117,159 miles
  • 2023 – 117,032 miles
  • 2022 – 115,771 miles
  • 2021 – 115,620 miles
  • 2020 – 114,818 miles
  • 2019 – 114,336 miles
  • 2018 – 113,024 miles
  • 2017 – 111,944 miles
  • 2016 – 108,718 miles
  • 2015 – 106,245 miles
  • 2014 – 103,834 miles
  • 2013 – 101,994 miles
  • 2012 – 101,164 miles
  • 2011 – 97,685 miles
  • 2010 – 93,752 miles
  • 2009 – 91,385 miles
  • 2008 – 85,378 miles
  • 2007 – 80,608 miles
  • 2006 – 75,640 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,410 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

34 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,410 miles (+188)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    117,410 miles
    Test number
    445441483937
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass117,222 miles (+63)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    117,222 miles
    Test number
    162528974833
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass117,159 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    117,159 miles
    Test number
    585860737052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail117,156 miles (+124)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,156 miles
    Test number
    272024705089
    • DangerousPassenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass117,032 miles (+1,261)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    117,032 miles
    Test number
    468209190843
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated NEEDS ADJUSTING (1.1.6 (d))

  6. Pass115,771 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    115,771 miles
    Test number
    455100584196
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail115,771 miles (+151)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,771 miles
    Test number
    336754789288
    • Repaired at testNearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass115,620 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    115,620 miles
    Test number
    563271504982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail115,618 miles (+800)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,618 miles
    Test number
    161104754753
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass114,818 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    114,818 miles
    Test number
    113953390051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail114,818 miles (+482)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,818 miles
    Test number
    205632525358
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass114,336 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    114,336 miles
    Test number
    730667994045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail114,333 miles (+1,309)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,333 miles
    Test number
    309018426788
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass113,024 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    113,024 miles
    Test number
    772112774264
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail113,022 miles (+1,078)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,022 miles
    Test number
    602012656792
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass111,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    111,944 miles
    Test number
    913784482350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail111,942 miles (+3,224)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,942 miles
    Test number
    844036861530
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  18. Pass108,718 miles (+2,473)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    108,718 miles
    Test number
    951072576804
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass106,245 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    106,245 miles
    Test number
    319833025484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail106,243 miles (+2,409)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,243 miles
    Test number
    926658315258
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  21. Pass103,834 miles (+1,840)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    103,834 miles
    Test number
    436343514247
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  22. Pass101,994 miles (+830)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    101,994 miles
    Test number
    249444513233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass101,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    101,164 miles
    Test number
    216936322246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail101,164 miles (+3,479)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,164 miles
    Test number
    479336822257
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  25. Pass97,685 miles (+3,933)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    97,685 miles
    Test number
    907413411297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass93,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    93,752 miles
    Test number
    472875310256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail93,752 miles (+2,367)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,752 miles
    Test number
    342634210272
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  28. Pass91,385 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    91,385 miles
    Test number
    901563939289
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Fail91,385 miles (+6,007)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,385 miles
    Test number
    443643539294
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Fail85,378 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,378 miles
    Test number
    302163738227
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  31. Pass85,378 miles (+4,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    85,378 miles
    Test number
    730083638279
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  32. Pass80,608 miles (+4,968)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    80,608 miles
    Test number
    881515627258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR TYRE HAS A WOOD STUCK BETWEEN WHEEL & TYRE
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR COIL SPRING CORRODING
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR OUTER SILL STARTING TO CORRODE
    • NoteREAR EXHAUST BOX SEEPING DUE TO CORROSION
    • NoteREAR SUBFRAME CORRODING
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN OFFSIDE SEAT STORK FIXING

  33. Pass75,640 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    75,640 miles
    Test number
    242279726210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteSlight scrathes windscreen

  34. Fail75,640 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,640 miles
    Test number
    861249926209
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteSlight scrathes windscreen

Questions about P320 FPL

Does P320 FPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P320 FPL is valid until 28 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on P320 FPL?
The MOT on P320 FPL is valid until 28 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P320 FPL done?
P320 FPL was recorded at 117,410 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 2,087 miles a year.
Has P320 FPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P320 FPL has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on P320 FPL 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 P320 FPL find?
P320 FPL passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both; nearside rear coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive.

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