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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,598 cc

P554 FWLMOT history

P554 FWL is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 21 Jun 1997. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 110,064 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

P554 FWL 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 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
110,064 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,157 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P554 FWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
21 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P554 FWL was last recorded at 110,064 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,064 miles · 23 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,157 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,064 miles
  • 2024 – 109,961 miles
  • 2023 – 108,331 miles
  • 2017 – 104,699 miles
  • 2016 – 100,109 miles
  • 2015 – 94,358 miles
  • 2014 – 86,567 miles
  • 2013 – 79,340 miles
  • 2012 – 71,698 miles
  • 2011 – 70,036 miles
  • 2010 – 66,381 miles
  • 2009 – 61,034 miles
  • 2008 – 55,258 miles
  • 2007 – 47,577 miles
  • 2006 – 47,322 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,064 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,064 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    110,064 miles
    Test number
    754897034542
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail110,064 miles (+103)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,064 miles
    Test number
    981751600782
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively stretched on lock to lock check (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass109,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    109,961 miles
    Test number
    711104906214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail109,961 miles (+1,630)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,961 miles
    Test number
    972563524195
    • 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 catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorProp shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres old & perished

  5. Pass108,331 miles (+3,632)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    108,331 miles
    Test number
    517236667814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass104,699 miles (+2,025)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    104,699 miles
    Test number
    948007403018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail102,674 miles (+2,565)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,674 miles
    Test number
    201773518817
    • FailureHorn control missing (1.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan (5.2.6)

  8. Pass100,109 miles (+5,751)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    100,109 miles
    Test number
    942305329074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass94,358 miles (+7,791)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    94,358 miles
    Test number
    475697675192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,567 miles (+7,227)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    86,567 miles
    Test number
    279447344176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,340 miles (+7,642)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    79,340 miles
    Test number
    366900683007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    71,698 miles
    Test number
    136342972469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail71,698 miles (+1,662)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,698 miles
    Test number
    325350972091
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass70,036 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    70,036 miles
    Test number
    886002061065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail70,034 miles (+3,653)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,034 miles
    Test number
    638079651065
    • FailureNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear discs rusty

  16. Pass66,381 miles (+5,347)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    66,381 miles
    Test number
    591167750009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass61,034 miles (+5,776)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    61,034 miles
    Test number
    544694659039
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail55,258 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,258 miles
    Test number
    200275648051
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass55,258 miles (+7,681)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    55,258 miles
    Test number
    993245748090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,577 miles (+255)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    47,577 miles
    Test number
    891101467018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    47,322 miles
    Test number
    652449556130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P554 FWL

Does P554 FWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P554 FWL is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on P554 FWL?
The MOT on P554 FWL is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P554 FWL done?
P554 FWL was recorded at 110,064 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 3,157 miles a year.
Has P554 FWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P554 FWL has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on P554 FWL 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 FWL find?
P554 FWL passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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