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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T153 BPXMOT history

T153 BPX is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 8 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 136,871 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Oct 2025
Mileage
136,871 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2024
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T153 BPX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T153 BPX was last recorded at 136,871 miles on 30 Oct 2024, 2,692 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,179 miles · 25 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
2,692 miles
Average per year
3,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 136,871 miles
  • 2023 – 134,179 miles
  • 2022 – 133,500 miles
  • 2021 – 133,288 miles
  • 2020 – 133,035 miles
  • 2019 – 132,364 miles
  • 2018 – 119,488 miles
  • 2017 – 109,318 miles
  • 2016 – 106,596 miles
  • 2015 – 103,773 miles
  • 2014 – 102,146 miles
  • 2013 – 99,303 miles
  • 2012 – 96,315 miles
  • 2011 – 93,604 miles
  • 2010 – 90,486 miles
  • 2009 – 87,672 miles
  • 2008 – 83,987 miles
  • 2007 – 76,580 miles
  • 2006 – 74,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,871 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,871 miles (+2,692)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    136,871 miles
    Test number
    795758701191
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle

  2. Pass134,179 miles (+679)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    134,179 miles
    Test number
    826117696240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass133,500 miles (+212)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    133,500 miles
    Test number
    703533160053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass133,288 miles (+253)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    133,288 miles
    Test number
    517984302003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass133,035 miles (+671)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    133,035 miles
    Test number
    143059735922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass132,364 miles (+12,876)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    132,364 miles
    Test number
    859059053158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass119,488 miles (+10,170)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    119,488 miles
    Test number
    420057260691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass109,318 miles (+2,722)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    109,318 miles
    Test number
    451823939648
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch/chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass106,596 miles (+2,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    106,596 miles
    Test number
    945992232357
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  10. Pass103,773 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    103,773 miles
    Test number
    182348946355
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear pipe corroded in clip/obstructed view (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and within anti roll bar bracket (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nail/screw in tyre

  11. Fail103,772 miles (+1,626)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,772 miles
    Test number
    617276198533
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and within anti roll bar mounting bracket (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear pipe corroded in clip/obstructed view (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and within anti roll bar bracket (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nail/screw in tyre

  12. Pass102,146 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    102,146 miles
    Test number
    345917824492
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/r outer sill corrosion

  13. Fail102,146 miles (+2,843)3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,146 miles
    Test number
    477957124231
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/r outer sill corrosion

  14. Pass99,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    99,303 miles
    Test number
    155227113227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail99,303 miles (+2,988)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,303 miles
    Test number
    627297313217
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass96,315 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    96,315 miles
    Test number
    497816822276
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteRear metal brake pipe corroded
    • NoteSlight wear in rear anti roll bar d bushes

  17. Fail96,315 miles (+2,711)1 failure3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,315 miles
    Test number
    666023522228
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteO/s/rear handbrake inop
    • NoteRear metal brake pipe corroded
    • NoteSlight wear in rear anti roll bar d bushes

  18. Pass93,604 miles (+3,118)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    93,604 miles
    Test number
    517850821290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass90,486 miles (+2,814)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    90,486 miles
    Test number
    552848320238
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteNearside front bumper marker light not working

  20. Pass87,672 miles (+3,685)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    87,672 miles
    Test number
    390934439288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass83,987 miles (+7,407)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    83,987 miles
    Test number
    480910448268
    • NoteTwo stone chip's in windscrean outside of swept area

  22. Pass76,580 miles (+1,805)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    76,580 miles
    Test number
    324018827182
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear bottom arm bushes perishing
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perishing

  23. Pass74,775 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    74,775 miles
    Test number
    764538256134
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T153 BPX

Does T153 BPX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T153 BPX expired on 29 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T153 BPX?
The MOT on T153 BPX expired on 29 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T153 BPX done?
T153 BPX was recorded at 136,871 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2024, an average of 3,375 miles a year.
Has T153 BPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T153 BPX has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2015.
Has the mileage on T153 BPX 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 T153 BPX find?
T153 BPX passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2024 with 1 advisory: general corrosion under vehicle.

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