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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,839 cc

P555 TKRMOT history

P555 TKR is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 75,358 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2023.

P555 TKR silver 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 28 Aug 2023
Mileage
75,358 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,684 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P555 TKR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
26 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

P555 TKR was last recorded at 75,358 miles on 26 May 2023, 1,012 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,346 miles · 29 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
1,012 miles
Average per year
3,684 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 75,358 miles
  • 2022 – 74,346 miles
  • 2021 – 71,052 miles
  • 2020 – 68,302 miles
  • 2019 – 62,219 miles
  • 2018 – 58,774 miles
  • 2017 – 55,794 miles
  • 2016 – 54,387 miles
  • 2015 – 53,141 miles
  • 2014 – 46,854 miles
  • 2013 – 42,805 miles
  • 2012 – 38,209 miles
  • 2011 – 33,037 miles
  • 2010 – 27,857 miles
  • 2009 – 22,790 miles
  • 2008 – 20,220 miles
  • 2007 – 17,579 miles
  • 2006 – 13,136 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail75,358 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis beam (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis beam (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rear (1.2.1 (e))

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.

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail75,358 miles (+1,012)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,358 miles
    Test number
    280309393841
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis beam (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis beam (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rear (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass74,346 miles (+3,294)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    74,346 miles
    Test number
    926915623014
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass71,052 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    71,052 miles
    Test number
    163622762386
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail71,011 miles (+2,709)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,011 miles
    Test number
    365075599377
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass68,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    68,302 miles
    Test number
    367119110070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail68,301 miles (+6,082)3 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,301 miles
    Test number
    601902957609
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass62,219 miles (+3,445)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,219 miles
    Test number
    499610491517
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded o/s rear & both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass58,774 miles (+2,980)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    58,774 miles
    Test number
    224488476375
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Pass55,794 miles (+1,407)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    55,794 miles
    Test number
    171862532843
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded n/s front & o/s rear (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Pass54,387 miles (+1,246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    54,387 miles
    Test number
    258870818571
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Fail53,141 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,141 miles
    Test number
    277617945460
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass53,141 miles (+6,287)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    53,141 miles
    Test number
    778797745117
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass46,854 miles (+4,049)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    46,854 miles
    Test number
    709480954141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,805 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    42,805 miles
    Test number
    627621393115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  15. Fail42,805 miles (+4,596)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,805 miles
    Test number
    669891193136
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  16. Pass38,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    38,209 miles
    Test number
    897251002251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail38,209 miles (+5,172)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,209 miles
    Test number
    639891102210
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail33,037 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,037 miles
    Test number
    169372901277
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteSlight corrosion is orruring to Offside rear outer sill panel.

  19. Pass33,037 miles (+5,180)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    33,037 miles
    Test number
    305512101237
    • NoteSlight corrosion is orruring to Offside rear outer sill panel.

  20. Pass27,857 miles (+5,067)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    27,857 miles
    Test number
    901466590105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,790 miles (+2,570)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    22,790 miles
    Test number
    873538099163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,220 miles (+2,641)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    20,220 miles
    Test number
    862493998196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,579 miles (+4,443)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    17,579 miles
    Test number
    472985207279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    13,136 miles
    Test number
    281216486165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P555 TKR

Does P555 TKR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P555 TKR expired on 28 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P555 TKR?
The MOT on P555 TKR expired on 28 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P555 TKR done?
P555 TKR was recorded at 75,358 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2023, an average of 3,684 miles a year.
Has P555 TKR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P555 TKR has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2023.
Has the mileage on P555 TKR 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 P555 TKR find?
P555 TKR failed its latest MOT on 26 May 2023 with 4 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis beam; offside front service brake excessively binding, and 5 more.

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