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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,839 cc

P554 BPFMOT history

P554 BPF is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 13 Feb 1997. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 101,620 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

P554 BPF red 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 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
101,620 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,719 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P554 BPF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
13 Feb 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P554 BPF was last recorded at 101,620 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 154 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,466 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
154 miles
Average per year
1,719 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,620 miles
  • 2025 – 101,466 miles
  • 2024 – 101,223 miles
  • 2023 – 100,709 miles
  • 2022 – 99,873 miles
  • 2021 – 98,937 miles
  • 2020 – 97,689 miles
  • 2019 – 96,587 miles
  • 2018 – 93,881 miles
  • 2017 – 89,823 miles
  • 2015 – 81,484 miles
  • 2014 – 77,736 miles
  • 2013 – 76,328 miles
  • 2012 – 75,833 miles
  • 2011 – 75,711 miles
  • 2010 – 74,651 miles
  • 2009 – 74,465 miles
  • 2008 – 73,778 miles
  • 2007 – 72,014 miles
  • 2006 – 72,001 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,620 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosionRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,620 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    101,620 miles
    Test number
    319892916075
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail101,620 miles (+154)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,620 miles
    Test number
    600731844311
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass101,466 miles (+243)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    101,466 miles
    Test number
    648800020419
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass101,223 miles (+514)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    101,223 miles
    Test number
    510939000029
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rubber broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass100,709 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    100,709 miles
    Test number
    130750603287
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail100,702 miles (+829)1 dangerous8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,702 miles
    Test number
    981289222276
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass99,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    99,873 miles
    Test number
    600874791486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail99,873 miles (+936)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,873 miles
    Test number
    372944935473
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass98,937 miles (+1,248)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    98,937 miles
    Test number
    381101698348
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Right lamp not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass97,689 miles (+1,102)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    97,689 miles
    Test number
    795965222883
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth rubber (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sealer corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gear oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass96,587 miles (+2,706)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,587 miles
    Test number
    644687182668
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both side( coil spring ) (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both side ( coil spring ) (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass93,881 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    93,881 miles
    Test number
    436572871689
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Fail93,881 miles (+4,058)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,881 miles
    Test number
    414169753000
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass89,823 miles (+8,339)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    89,823 miles
    Test number
    739045448242
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass81,484 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    81,484 miles
    Test number
    979329255706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail81,466 miles (+3,730)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,466 miles
    Test number
    905729295176
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass77,736 miles (+1,408)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    77,736 miles
    Test number
    255901294171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass76,328 miles (+495)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    76,328 miles
    Test number
    315004563177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass75,833 miles (+122)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    75,833 miles
    Test number
    526780012254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,711 miles (+1,060)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    75,711 miles
    Test number
    365082001409
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass74,651 miles (+186)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    74,651 miles
    Test number
    454515790103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,465 miles (+687)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    74,465 miles
    Test number
    490547999189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass73,778 miles (+1,764)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    73,778 miles
    Test number
    112576308210
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass72,014 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    72,014 miles
    Test number
    972085017131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass72,001 miles (+5,157)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    72,001 miles
    Test number
    873856356371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass66,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    66,844 miles
    Test number
    114863706190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P554 BPF

Does P554 BPF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P554 BPF is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P554 BPF?
The MOT on P554 BPF is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P554 BPF done?
P554 BPF was recorded at 101,620 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 1,719 miles a year.
Has P554 BPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P554 BPF has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on P554 BPF 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 P554 BPF find?
P554 BPF passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pedal wearing smooth; exhaust mounting defective; general underside corrosion, and 1 more.

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