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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,839 cc

P592 VFAMOT history

P592 VFA is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 12 Feb 1997. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 60,571 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

P592 VFA blue 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 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
60,571 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,729 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P592 VFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
12 Feb 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P592 VFA was last recorded at 60,571 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 6,418 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,153 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,418 miles
Average per year
1,729 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,571 miles
  • 2025 – 54,153 miles
  • 2024 – 53,240 miles
  • 2023 – 52,396 miles
  • 2022 – 50,946 miles
  • 2021 – 50,794 miles
  • 2019 – 50,404 miles
  • 2018 – 49,413 miles
  • 2017 – 46,999 miles
  • 2016 – 45,658 miles
  • 2015 – 43,590 miles
  • 2014 – 41,451 miles
  • 2013 – 38,774 miles
  • 2012 – 36,161 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,571 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,571 miles (+6,418)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    60,571 miles
    Test number
    865342378943
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass54,153 miles (+913)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    54,153 miles
    Test number
    527190579328
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass53,240 miles (+844)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    53,240 miles
    Test number
    677262285548
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass52,396 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    52,396 miles
    Test number
    397227862345
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail52,396 miles (+1,450)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,396 miles
    Test number
    248971252224
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass50,946 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    50,946 miles
    Test number
    841600935646
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail50,943 miles (+149)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,943 miles
    Test number
    970832387094
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass50,794 miles (+390)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    50,794 miles
    Test number
    842681109971
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass50,404 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    50,404 miles
    Test number
    255696774706
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail50,404 miles (+991)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,404 miles
    Test number
    248221238068
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass49,413 miles (+2,414)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    49,413 miles
    Test number
    665612012179
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass46,999 miles (+1,341)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    46,999 miles
    Test number
    716144152591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,658 miles (+2,068)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    45,658 miles
    Test number
    562206437414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,590 miles (+2,139)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    43,590 miles
    Test number
    415263235148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNon standars number plate fitted to front of vehicle. Vehicle design does not provide adequate space

  15. Pass41,451 miles (+57)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    41,451 miles
    Test number
    507084134149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  16. Fail41,394 miles (+2,620)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,394 miles
    Test number
    775137424103
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass38,774 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    38,774 miles
    Test number
    279376633462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail38,752 miles (+2,591)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,752 miles
    Test number
    268924333161
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass36,161 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    36,161 miles
    Test number
    397532842195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Questions about P592 VFA

Does P592 VFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P592 VFA is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P592 VFA?
The MOT on P592 VFA is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P592 VFA done?
P592 VFA was recorded at 60,571 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 1,729 miles a year.
Has P592 VFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P592 VFA has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on P592 VFA 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 P592 VFA find?
P592 VFA passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front lower oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear outer integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 2 more.

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