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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

R775 MGPMOT history

R775 MGP is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 3 Jun 1998. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 100,606 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

R775 MGP 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 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
100,606 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,796 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R775 MGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
3 Jun 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R775 MGP was last recorded at 100,606 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,606 miles · 19 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,796 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,606 miles
  • 2025 – 97,416 miles
  • 2024 – 93,690 miles
  • 2023 – 90,489 miles
  • 2022 – 87,340 miles
  • 2021 – 83,069 miles
  • 2020 – 78,992 miles
  • 2019 – 73,603 miles
  • 2018 – 69,107 miles
  • 2017 – 62,140 miles
  • 2016 – 54,838 miles
  • 2015 – 46,179 miles
  • 2011 – 46,020 miles
  • 2007 – 45,448 miles
  • 2006 – 44,445 miles
  • 2005 – 42,962 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,606 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,606 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    100,606 miles
    Test number
    582652371078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail100,606 miles (+3,190)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,606 miles
    Test number
    763234999071
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass97,416 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    97,416 miles
    Test number
    490913411657
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail97,416 miles (+3,726)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,416 miles
    Test number
    146208129197
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass93,690 miles (+3,201)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    93,690 miles
    Test number
    618963913178
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass90,489 miles (+3,149)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    90,489 miles
    Test number
    312710033732
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass87,340 miles (+4,271)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    87,340 miles
    Test number
    773769780776
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge low (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass83,069 miles (+4,077)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    83,069 miles
    Test number
    683519978772
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass78,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    78,992 miles
    Test number
    387168768088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail78,992 miles (+5,389)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,992 miles
    Test number
    910277503453
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass73,603 miles (+4,496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    73,603 miles
    Test number
    955531062905
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass69,107 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    69,107 miles
    Test number
    153732747515
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

  13. Fail69,107 miles (+6,967)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,107 miles
    Test number
    699643399103
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass62,140 miles (+7,302)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    62,140 miles
    Test number
    455235962016
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. parking brake 16% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass54,838 miles (+73)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    54,838 miles
    Test number
    668121454647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,765 miles (+8,586)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,765 miles
    Test number
    745198968221
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureStop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass46,179 miles (+159)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    46,179 miles
    Test number
    868628645052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    46,020 miles
    Test number
    125773351118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,020 miles (+572)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,020 miles
    Test number
    977783651131
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass45,448 miles (+1,003)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    45,448 miles
    Test number
    573794567180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,445 miles (+1,483)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    44,445 miles
    Test number
    802853966106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    42,962 miles
    Test number
    771110265118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R775 MGP

Does R775 MGP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R775 MGP is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on R775 MGP?
The MOT on R775 MGP is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R775 MGP done?
R775 MGP was recorded at 100,606 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 2,796 miles a year.
Has R775 MGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R775 MGP has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on R775 MGP 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 R775 MGP find?
R775 MGP passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front service brake grabbing slightly; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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