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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T554 OADMOT history

T554 OAD is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 13 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 71,676 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
71,676 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,699 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T554 OAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T554 OAD was last recorded at 71,676 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 435 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,241 miles · 23 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
435 miles
Average per year
1,699 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 71,676 miles
  • 2024 – 71,241 miles
  • 2023 – 70,368 miles
  • 2021 – 70,334 miles
  • 2018 – 69,222 miles
  • 2016 – 67,578 miles
  • 2015 – 65,890 miles
  • 2014 – 64,799 miles
  • 2011 – 64,495 miles
  • 2010 – 63,458 miles
  • 2009 – 60,198 miles
  • 2008 – 56,040 miles
  • 2007 – 44,931 miles
  • 2006 – 38,326 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,676 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass71,676 miles (+435)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    71,676 miles
    Test number
    538261327980
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass71,241 miles (+873)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    71,241 miles
    Test number
    122965782262
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine leaking oil but location of leak unknown due to undertrays fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms affected (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass70,368 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    70,368 miles
    Test number
    485125753158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass70,334 miles (+1,112)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    70,334 miles
    Test number
    618328419167
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside arm bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass69,222 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    69,222 miles
    Test number
    117152648434
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFloor pan corroded in areas
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded

  6. Fail69,221 miles (+1,643)1 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,221 miles
    Test number
    167877657172
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both brake restricted movement (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFloor pan corroded in areas
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded

  7. Pass67,578 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    67,578 miles
    Test number
    363275695848
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both outer lens faded (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded on joints
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded slightly

  8. Fail67,578 miles (+1,688)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,578 miles
    Test number
    832494306638
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both outer lens faded (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded on joints
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded slightly

  9. Pass65,890 miles (+1,091)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    65,890 miles
    Test number
    815937955187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBoth rear inner sills slightly corroded
    • NoteFront and rear suspension components surface corrsion

  10. Pass64,799 miles (+304)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    64,799 miles
    Test number
    948834404198
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront and rear suspension arms slightly corroded on surface
    • NoteNearside front chassie slight surface corrosion

  11. Pass64,495 miles (+1,037)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    64,495 miles
    Test number
    326639631393
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass63,458 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    63,458 miles
    Test number
    481273220399
    • NoteBoot luggage rack slightly loose
    • NoteRear suspension components corroded

  13. Fail63,457 miles (+3,259)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,457 miles
    Test number
    703890620320
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteBoot luggage rack slightly loose
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear suspension components corroded

  14. Pass60,198 miles (+4,158)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    60,198 miles
    Test number
    511711139311
    • 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)

  15. Pass56,040 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    56,040 miles
    Test number
    862444548377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail56,037 miles (+4,909)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,037 miles
    Test number
    874190648366
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass51,128 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    51,128 miles
    Test number
    193350718171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside wiper splitting.
    • NoteTyres perishing.

  18. Fail51,128 miles (+6,197)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,128 miles
    Test number
    653640718143
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside wiper splitting.
    • NoteTyres perishing.

  19. Pass44,931 miles (+6,605)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,931 miles
    Test number
    803510527131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    38,326 miles
    Test number
    134074016172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail38,326 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,326 miles
    Test number
    613234416170
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about T554 OAD

Does T554 OAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T554 OAD is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T554 OAD?
The MOT on T554 OAD is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T554 OAD done?
T554 OAD was recorded at 71,676 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 1,699 miles a year.
Has T554 OAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T554 OAD has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2018.
Has the mileage on T554 OAD 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 T554 OAD find?
T554 OAD passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 7 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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