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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T557 BPXMOT history

T557 BPX is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 22 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 69,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
69,862 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,270 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T557 BPX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T557 BPX was last recorded at 69,862 miles on 27 May 2026, 1,083 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,779 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,083 miles
Average per year
2,270 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,862 miles
  • 2025 – 68,779 miles
  • 2024 – 67,773 miles
  • 2023 – 66,878 miles
  • 2022 – 65,812 miles
  • 2021 – 64,397 miles
  • 2019 – 64,247 miles
  • 2018 – 62,123 miles
  • 2017 – 59,103 miles
  • 2016 – 55,952 miles
  • 2015 – 51,705 miles
  • 2014 – 49,322 miles
  • 2013 – 47,219 miles
  • 2012 – 43,476 miles
  • 2011 – 39,528 miles
  • 2010 – 36,367 miles
  • 2009 – 34,007 miles
  • 2008 – 31,089 miles
  • 2007 – 28,077 miles
  • 2006 – 24,991 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,862 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass69,862 miles (+1,083)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    69,862 miles
    Test number
    884720045107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass68,779 miles (+1,006)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    68,779 miles
    Test number
    876993128438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  3. Pass67,773 miles (+895)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    67,773 miles
    Test number
    511153874193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass66,878 miles (+1,066)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    66,878 miles
    Test number
    497244007320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass65,812 miles (+1,415)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    65,812 miles
    Test number
    156127345563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass64,397 miles (+150)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    64,397 miles
    Test number
    972593237607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass64,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    64,247 miles
    Test number
    816601013891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail64,247 miles (+2,124)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,247 miles
    Test number
    980329932302
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass62,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    62,123 miles
    Test number
    760578565841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail62,123 miles (+3,020)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,123 miles
    Test number
    761023013285
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

  11. Pass59,103 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    59,103 miles
    Test number
    966046667051
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail59,103 miles (+3,151)2 failures2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,103 miles
    Test number
    478123861073
    • FailureRegistration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass55,952 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    55,952 miles
    Test number
    955753650920
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail55,952 miles (+4,247)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,952 miles
    Test number
    678823315850
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass51,705 miles (+2,383)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    51,705 miles
    Test number
    388682324446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,322 miles (+2,103)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    49,322 miles
    Test number
    509214974249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,219 miles (+3,743)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    47,219 miles
    Test number
    655759583269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded on joints and brackets.

  18. Pass43,476 miles (+3,948)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    43,476 miles
    Test number
    738921492265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,528 miles (+3,161)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    39,528 miles
    Test number
    886113181205
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  20. Pass36,367 miles (+43)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    36,367 miles
    Test number
    823591290274
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail36,324 miles (+2,317)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,324 miles
    Test number
    942773270267
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass34,007 miles (+2,918)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    34,007 miles
    Test number
    880376829203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass31,089 miles (+3,012)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    31,089 miles
    Test number
    394417508401
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges of tread
    • NoteRear brake pads approx 70%worn

  24. Pass28,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    28,077 miles
    Test number
    963831007298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail28,077 miles (+3,086)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,077 miles
    Test number
    361950707240
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass24,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    24,991 miles
    Test number
    864339816206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail24,911 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,911 miles
    Test number
    313149916492
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T557 BPX

Does T557 BPX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T557 BPX is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T557 BPX?
The MOT on T557 BPX is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T557 BPX done?
T557 BPX was recorded at 69,862 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 2,270 miles a year.
Has T557 BPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T557 BPX has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on T557 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 T557 BPX find?
T557 BPX passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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