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Mazda MX-5

Purple · Petrol · 1997 · 1,598 cc

P657 WTCMOT history

P657 WTC is a purple petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 25 Jun 1997. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 125,263 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

P657 WTC purple 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 Sept 2027
Mileage
125,263 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,261 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P657 WTC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
25 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P657 WTC was last recorded at 125,263 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,258 miles · 14 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,261 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,263 miles
  • 2025 – 116,425 miles
  • 2024 – 108,229 miles
  • 2023 – 101,438 miles
  • 2022 – 81,880 miles
  • 2021 – 81,114 miles
  • 2013 – 80,451 miles
  • 2012 – 76,166 miles
  • 2011 – 70,644 miles
  • 2010 – 68,776 miles
  • 2009 – 65,990 miles
  • 2008 – 62,810 miles
  • 2007 – 61,673 miles
  • 2006 – 59,560 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,263 miles
  • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryAdditional front indicators greenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryAll exhaust joints showing signs of leakingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNo air bag system fitted as standard
  • AdvisoryO/s/r outer and inner sill starting to corrodeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryWipers slightly smearingRecorded 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.

  • Front Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Slight leak to center exhaust joints

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Slight oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Slight play to steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,263 miles (+5)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    125,263 miles
    Test number
    840203333824
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdditional front indicators green
    • AdvisoryAll exhaust joints showing signs of leaking
    • AdvisoryNo air bag system fitted as standard
    • AdvisoryO/s/r outer and inner sill starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryWipers slightly smearing

  2. Fail125,258 miles (+8,833)8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,258 miles
    Test number
    798283216730
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front joint onto the cat (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySRS light not coming on
    • AdvisoryAdditional front indicators green
    • AdvisoryAll exhaust joints showing signs of leaking
    • AdvisoryO/s/r outer and inner sill starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryWipers slightly smearing

  3. Pass116,425 miles (+58)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    116,425 miles
    Test number
    456465612797
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leak to center exhaust joints
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play to steering wheel

  4. Fail116,367 miles (+8,138)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,367 miles
    Test number
    177737793799
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leak to center exhaust joints
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play to steering wheel

  5. Pass108,229 miles (+6,791)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    108,229 miles
    Test number
    424829232710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass101,438 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    101,438 miles
    Test number
    499487455872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail101,418 miles (+19,538)5 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,418 miles
    Test number
    464250271601
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering wheel cover deteriorated

  8. Pass81,880 miles (+766)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    81,880 miles
    Test number
    903609791228
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion building up along all suspension components

  9. Pass81,114 miles (+663)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    81,114 miles
    Test number
    451881743715
    • AdvisoryCorrosion building up along the underside of the vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides cracking along the tread and side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass80,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    80,451 miles
    Test number
    737821843229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail80,451 miles (+4,285)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,451 miles
    Test number
    315121443284
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass76,166 miles (+5,522)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    76,166 miles
    Test number
    777414142278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,644 miles (+1,868)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    70,644 miles
    Test number
    657341651213
    • NoteCorrosion on o/s/r sill

  14. Pass68,776 miles (+2,786)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    68,776 miles
    Test number
    210229930260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside sill slightly corroded

  15. Pass65,990 miles (+3,180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    65,990 miles
    Test number
    744403139218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass62,810 miles (+1,137)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    62,810 miles
    Test number
    700550848270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,673 miles (+2,113)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    61,673 miles
    Test number
    304382817448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    59,560 miles
    Test number
    613043716263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P657 WTC

Does P657 WTC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P657 WTC is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on P657 WTC?
The MOT on P657 WTC is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P657 WTC done?
P657 WTC was recorded at 125,263 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 3,261 miles a year.
Has P657 WTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P657 WTC has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on P657 WTC 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 P657 WTC find?
P657 WTC passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction; additional front indicators green; all exhaust joints showing signs of leaking, and 3 more.

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