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Mazda MX-5

White · Petrol · 1996 · 1,839 cc

P355 FBLMOT history

P355 FBL is a white petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 23 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 122,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

P355 FBL white 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 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
122,220 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,632 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P355 FBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
23 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P355 FBL was last recorded at 122,220 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 3,714 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,506 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,714 miles
Average per year
2,632 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,220 miles
  • 2025 – 118,506 miles
  • 2024 – 115,164 miles
  • 2023 – 112,881 miles
  • 2022 – 112,454 miles
  • 2020 – 112,314 miles
  • 2019 – 111,475 miles
  • 2018 – 110,918 miles
  • 2017 – 110,021 miles
  • 2016 – 109,809 miles
  • 2015 – 109,252 miles
  • 2014 – 108,899 miles
  • 2013 – 107,929 miles
  • 2012 – 107,138 miles
  • 2011 – 105,976 miles
  • 2010 – 105,688 miles
  • 2009 – 91,299 miles
  • 2008 – 80,678 miles
  • 2007 – 69,853 miles
  • 2006 – 68,425 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,220 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front upper and lower arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,220 miles (+3,714)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    122,220 miles
    Test number
    243742909781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass118,506 miles (+3,342)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    118,506 miles
    Test number
    564046645189
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass115,164 miles (+108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    115,164 miles
    Test number
    659889080346
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front upper and lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail115,056 miles (+2,175)1 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,056 miles
    Test number
    908622642975
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front upper and lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass112,881 miles (+427)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    112,881 miles
    Test number
    118717228339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass112,454 miles (+140)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    112,454 miles
    Test number
    176627586516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass112,314 miles (+839)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    112,314 miles
    Test number
    805719710309
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under body and some suspension components.

  8. Pass111,475 miles (+557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    111,475 miles
    Test number
    667654519012
    • AdvisoryHas slight corrosion under body and sills

  9. Pass110,918 miles (+897)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    110,918 miles
    Test number
    975912311705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,021 miles (+212)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    110,021 miles
    Test number
    991143091966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,809 miles (+557)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    109,809 miles
    Test number
    773896309310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass109,252 miles (+353)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    109,252 miles
    Test number
    939695905142
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  13. Pass108,899 miles (+970)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    108,899 miles
    Test number
    345755114195
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass107,929 miles (+791)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    107,929 miles
    Test number
    405723793068
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass107,138 miles (+1,162)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    107,138 miles
    Test number
    577088002117
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass105,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    105,976 miles
    Test number
    156343001144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail105,976 miles (+288)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,976 miles
    Test number
    645523201192
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass105,688 miles (+4,793)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    105,688 miles
    Test number
    962267550206
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass100,895 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    100,895 miles
    Test number
    680047260065
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing.
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill corroded.

  20. Fail100,895 miles (+9,596)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,895 miles
    Test number
    712357960095
    • Repaired at testRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing.
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill corroded.

  21. Pass91,299 miles (+10,621)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    91,299 miles
    Test number
    590618169054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass80,678 miles (+10,825)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    80,678 miles
    Test number
    911701678040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass69,853 miles (+1,428)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    69,853 miles
    Test number
    793311277093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass68,425 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    68,425 miles
    Test number
    922455466014
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres will soon need replacing

Questions about P355 FBL

Does P355 FBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P355 FBL is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on P355 FBL?
The MOT on P355 FBL is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P355 FBL done?
P355 FBL was recorded at 122,220 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 2,632 miles a year.
Has P355 FBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P355 FBL has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on P355 FBL 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 P355 FBL find?
P355 FBL passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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