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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1996 · 1,839 cc

P884 APHMOT history

P884 APH is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 24 MOT tests, with 125,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

P884 APH green 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 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
125,310 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
13 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,581 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P884 APH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P884 APH was last recorded at 125,310 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 45 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,265 miles · 2 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
45 miles
Average per year
3,581 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,310 miles
  • 2018 – 121,990 miles
  • 2016 – 114,583 miles
  • 2015 – 104,780 miles
  • 2014 – 102,191 miles
  • 2013 – 91,866 miles
  • 2012 – 89,282 miles
  • 2011 – 83,661 miles
  • 2010 – 78,819 miles
  • 2009 – 75,000 miles
  • 2008 – 69,066 miles
  • 2007 – 62,589 miles
  • 2006 – 55,896 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,310 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Both head lamps have a poor pattern

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear suspension has corossion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass125,310 miles (+45)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    125,310 miles
    Test number
    129811853644
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail125,265 miles (+3,275)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,265 miles
    Test number
    186190729041
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Main chassis member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor pan to outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass121,990 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    121,990 miles
    Test number
    500718410990
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamps have a poor pattern
    • AdvisoryRear suspension has corossion

  4. Fail121,979 miles (+7,396)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,979 miles
    Test number
    356891762054
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamps have a poor pattern
    • AdvisoryRear suspension has corossion

  5. Pass114,583 miles (+172)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    114,583 miles
    Test number
    577147066337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail114,411 miles (+9,631)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,411 miles
    Test number
    629987636222
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  7. Pass104,780 miles (+2,589)8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    104,780 miles
    Test number
    546000475065
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFuel cap sealing washer slightly deteriorated
    • NoteSlight corrosion underside and rear arches and brake pipes, slight damage rear sills (small holes outside prescribed area)
    • NoteWindscreen wipers smeary

  8. Pass102,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    102,191 miles
    Test number
    798534444310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail102,191 miles (+10,325)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,191 miles
    Test number
    947343644381
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass91,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    91,866 miles
    Test number
    165978633394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail91,866 miles (+607)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,866 miles
    Test number
    779558633373
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail91,259 miles (+1,977)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,259 miles
    Test number
    369621643266
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass89,282 miles (+21)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    89,282 miles
    Test number
    147375742336
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail89,261 miles (+5,600)2 failures11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,261 miles
    Test number
    928244232303
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine misfire
    • NoteN/s/f tyre slightly perished

  15. Pass83,661 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    83,661 miles
    Test number
    458882301377
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail83,661 miles (+4,842)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,661 miles
    Test number
    455621201390
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass78,819 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    78,819 miles
    Test number
    314616600331
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail78,819 miles (+3,819)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,819 miles
    Test number
    170065600317
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass75,000 miles (+5,934)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    75,000 miles
    Test number
    711081689207
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass69,066 miles (+6,477)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    69,066 miles
    Test number
    834152828391
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  21. Pass62,589 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    62,589 miles
    Test number
    963270927306
    • Note2 nails in o/s/f tyre
    • NoteO/s/f brake holding on

  22. Fail62,589 miles (+6,693)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,589 miles
    Test number
    210670927336
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Note2 nails in o/s/f tyre
    • NoteO/s/f brake holding on

  23. Pass55,896 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    55,896 miles
    Test number
    971955826365
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  24. Fail55,891 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,891 miles
    Test number
    163285626364
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Questions about P884 APH

Does P884 APH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P884 APH is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on P884 APH?
The MOT on P884 APH is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P884 APH done?
P884 APH was recorded at 125,310 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 3,581 miles a year.
Has P884 APH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P884 APH has failed 11 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on P884 APH 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 P884 APH find?
P884 APH passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; offside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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