
Mazda MX-5
Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc
T554 XDUMOT history
T554 XDU is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 3 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 119,014 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 22 Jun 2027
- Mileage
- 119,014 mi
- At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
- MOT tests
- 34
- 21 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- 3,154 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T554 XDU
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mazda
- Model
- MX-5
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,840 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 3 Jul 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 23 Jun 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T554 XDU was last recorded at 119,014 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 119,011 miles · 17 Jun 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 3 miles
- Average per year
- 3,154 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 119,014 miles
- 2025 – 112,137 miles
- 2024 – 109,135 miles
- 2023 – 104,719 miles
- 2022 – 101,491 miles
- 2020 – 99,496 miles
- 2019 – 98,794 miles
- 2018 – 97,188 miles
- 2017 – 95,189 miles
- 2016 – 93,184 miles
- 2015 – 91,549 miles
- 2014 – 89,903 miles
- 2013 – 88,054 miles
- 2012 – 86,687 miles
- 2011 – 84,906 miles
- 2010 – 83,366 miles
- 2009 – 80,561 miles
- 2008 – 79,845 miles
- 2007 – 73,898 miles
- 2006 – 60,434 miles
- 2005 – 53,403 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014
Front suspension components corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
34 tests since 2 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass119,014 miles (+3)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jun 2027
- Odometer
- 119,014 miles
- Test number
- 501557794023
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail119,011 miles (+6,874)7 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 119,011 miles
- Test number
- 199350991101
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer pipe blowing (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass112,137 miles (+2)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jun 2026
- Odometer
- 112,137 miles
- Test number
- 532174799421
- AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear axle & suspension components corroded
Fail112,135 miles (+3,000)4 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 112,135 miles
- Test number
- 236665343897
- MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side light inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear axle & suspension components corroded
Pass109,135 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 May 2025
- Odometer
- 109,135 miles
- Test number
- 849003233958
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front inner door handle worn/stiff but operational
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s rear upper and lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s front upper and lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail109,135 miles (+4,416)1 dangerous3 major9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 109,135 miles
- Test number
- 364468261321
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front inner door handle worn/stiff but operational
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s rear upper and lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s front upper and lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass104,719 miles (+3,228)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 May 2024
- Odometer
- 104,719 miles
- Test number
- 655641542990
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all associated suspension components has surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded but structural integrity not affected
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all associated suspension components has surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryUnderside covered in underseal including rigid brake pipes
Pass101,491 miles (+25)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 May 2023
- Odometer
- 101,491 miles
- Test number
- 812083796910
- AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin NSR and OSR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NSF and OSF. upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryComplete underside covered in underseal including brake lines and suspension components
Fail101,466 miles (+49)1 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,466 miles
- Test number
- 397677822760
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner wheel arch area. weld repair is not continuous (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin NSR and OSR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NSF and OSF. upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryComplete underside covered in underseal including brake lines and suspension components
Fail101,417 miles (+1,921)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,417 miles
- Test number
- 838508608204
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle including subframes/suspension components and brake lines corroded and covered in a black underseal.
Pass99,496 miles (+5)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 7 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 99,496 miles
- Test number
- 642969153050
- AdvisoryUnderside heavily waxoyled brake pipes etc
Fail99,491 miles (+697)3 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 99,491 miles
- Test number
- 560344602273
- MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively Brake pipe split (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryUnderside heavily waxoyled brake pipes etc
Pass98,794 miles (+27)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 98,794 miles
- Test number
- 229002161577
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryAll suspension components have fair surface corrosion
Fail98,767 miles (+1,579)5 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,767 miles
- Test number
- 822552215497
- MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded from nearside hose to offside hose (1.1.11 (c))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 195/50/15
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryAll suspension components have fair surface corrosion
Pass97,188 miles (+5)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 97,188 miles
- Test number
- 480339483330
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail97,183 miles (+1,994)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 97,183 miles
- Test number
- 892887443779
- DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
Pass95,189 miles (+2,005)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 95,189 miles
- Test number
- 340862794867
- AdvisoryBoth sills have corrosion to outer sills but not deemed excessive
- AdvisoryCorrosion to o/s/r brake pipe but not deemed excessive
Pass93,184 miles (+1,635)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 93,184 miles
- Test number
- 224463236420
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded but not deemed excessive
- AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear outer lower sills
Pass91,549 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 91,549 miles
- Test number
- 425255425251
- NoteAll suspension components slightly corroded
Fail91,549 miles (+1,646)1 failure1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 91,549 miles
- Test number
- 569254425279
- FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- NoteAll suspension components slightly corroded
Pass89,903 miles (+76)4 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 89,903 miles
- Test number
- 385784434435
- AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
- NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteFront brakes binding
- NoteRear outer lower sills corroded
Fail89,827 miles (+1,773)1 failure5 advisories5 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 89,827 miles
- Test number
- 708132434255
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
- NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
- NoteFront brakes binding
- NoteRear outer lower sills corroded
Pass88,054 miles (+75)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 88,054 miles
- Test number
- 968853533262
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail87,979 miles (+1,292)1 dangerous3 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,979 miles
- Test number
- 326994923494
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureNearside Outer Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
- FailureOffside Outer Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- NoteNearside rear tyre and both front tyres starting to split
Pass86,687 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 86,687 miles
- Test number
- 988125232231
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Fail86,687 miles (+1,781)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 86,687 miles
- Test number
- 395345932429
- DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Pass84,906 miles (+1,540)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 84,906 miles
- Test number
- 326745731448
- NoteCorrosion to n/s plus o/s rear outer sills
Pass83,366 miles (+2,805)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 83,366 miles
- Test number
- 624639020260
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass80,561 miles (+716)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 80,561 miles
- Test number
- 101200639219
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass79,845 miles (+8)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 79,845 miles
- Test number
- 751832448288
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Fail79,837 miles (+5,939)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 79,837 miles
- Test number
- 240879738286
- FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass73,898 miles (+13,464)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2008
- Odometer
- 73,898 miles
- Test number
- 964203347264
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass60,434 miles (+7,031)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2007
- Odometer
- 60,434 miles
- Test number
- 970486616210
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass53,403 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2006
- Odometer
- 53,403 miles
- Test number
- 981175945247
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Questions about T554 XDU
- Does T554 XDU currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T554 XDU is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T554 XDU?
- The MOT on T554 XDU is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T554 XDU done?
- T554 XDU was recorded at 119,014 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 3,154 miles a year.
- Has T554 XDU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T554 XDU has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2026.
- Has the mileage on T554 XDU 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 XDU find?
- T554 XDU passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pedal wearing smooth; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbing inner edge; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear inner edge, and 2 more.
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