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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T504 BPXMOT history

T504 BPX is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 25 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 88,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2022
Mileage
88,897 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2021
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,504 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T504 BPX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T504 BPX was last recorded at 88,897 miles on 4 Nov 2021, 2,224 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,673 miles · 8 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
2,224 miles
Average per year
3,504 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 88,897 miles
  • 2020 – 86,673 miles
  • 2019 – 83,950 miles
  • 2018 – 83,318 miles
  • 2017 – 82,764 miles
  • 2016 – 81,439 miles
  • 2015 – 80,147 miles
  • 2014 – 79,726 miles
  • 2013 – 74,387 miles
  • 2012 – 73,751 miles
  • 2011 – 67,726 miles
  • 2010 – 59,833 miles
  • 2009 – 56,304 miles
  • 2008 – 48,700 miles
  • 2007 – 42,203 miles
  • 2006 – 35,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,897 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective on both sides of vehicle (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass88,897 miles (+2,224)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    88,897 miles
    Test number
    492705352391
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective on both sides of vehicle (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass86,673 miles (+2,723)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    86,673 miles
    Test number
    204223012877
    • AdvisoryFront both front chassis legs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside sill has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryAll underneath suspension components and both subframes surface corroded

  3. Pass83,950 miles (+632)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    83,950 miles
    Test number
    652834698368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass83,318 miles (+554)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    83,318 miles
    Test number
    230255356896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass82,764 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    82,764 miles
    Test number
    851132440004
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (3.7.B.5b)

  6. Fail82,764 miles (+1,325)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,764 miles
    Test number
    527128693759
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 43% (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (3.7.B.5b)

  7. Pass81,439 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    81,439 miles
    Test number
    970474469640
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (3.7.B.5b)

  8. Fail81,439 miles (+1,292)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,439 miles
    Test number
    764131187026
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass80,147 miles (+421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    80,147 miles
    Test number
    376420445117
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  10. Pass79,726 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    79,726 miles
    Test number
    396465364422
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail79,726 miles (+5,339)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,726 miles
    Test number
    895613154248
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass74,387 miles (+636)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    74,387 miles
    Test number
    525603083189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,751 miles (+6,025)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    73,751 miles
    Test number
    116982112214
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass67,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    67,726 miles
    Test number
    706274111209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail67,726 miles (+7,893)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,726 miles
    Test number
    936944311248
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass59,833 miles (+3,529)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    59,833 miles
    Test number
    954253640260
    • NoteRear brake disc's lightly pitted

  17. Pass56,304 miles (+7,604)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    56,304 miles
    Test number
    811833439208
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass48,700 miles (+6,497)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    48,700 miles
    Test number
    262224338284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,203 miles (+6,567)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    42,203 miles
    Test number
    690834647232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail35,636 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,636 miles
    Test number
    424725536228
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass35,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    35,636 miles
    Test number
    863375436285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T504 BPX

Does T504 BPX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T504 BPX expired on 3 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T504 BPX?
The MOT on T504 BPX expired on 3 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T504 BPX done?
T504 BPX was recorded at 88,897 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2021, an average of 3,504 miles a year.
Has T504 BPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T504 BPX has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2017.
Has the mileage on T504 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 T504 BPX find?
T504 BPX passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective on both sides of vehicle; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner wing, and 5 more.

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