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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T717 BODMOT history

T717 BOD is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 125,360 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jul 2026
Mileage
125,360 mi
At MOT on 12 Jul 2024
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,324 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T717 BOD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T717 BOD was last recorded at 125,360 miles on 12 Jul 2024, 5,954 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,406 miles · 9 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
5,954 miles
Average per year
4,324 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 125,360 miles
  • 2023 – 119,406 miles
  • 2022 – 112,284 miles
  • 2020 – 111,565 miles
  • 2019 – 109,303 miles
  • 2018 – 108,010 miles
  • 2017 – 107,133 miles
  • 2016 – 105,689 miles
  • 2015 – 103,804 miles
  • 2014 – 101,714 miles
  • 2013 – 95,371 miles
  • 2012 – 88,271 miles
  • 2011 – 80,790 miles
  • 2010 – 75,672 miles
  • 2009 – 69,350 miles
  • 2008 – 60,969 miles
  • 2007 – 55,616 miles
  • 2006 – 46,467 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoil spring modified but not seriously weakened ALL FOUR (5.3.1 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    341645427516
    • AdvisoryCoil spring modified but not seriously weakened ALL FOUR (5.3.1 (d) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    444716133636
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring modified but not seriously weakened ALL FOUR (5.3.1 (d) (i))

  3. FailMileage not read2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    188371340766
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring modified but not seriously weakened ALL FOUR (5.3.1 (d) (i))

  4. Pass125,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    125,360 miles
    Test number
    410090077534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail125,360 miles (+5,954)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,360 miles
    Test number
    696452978190
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass119,406 miles (+7,122)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    119,406 miles
    Test number
    314965321077
    • AdvisoryAll underside braking, suspension and body components undersealed.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Under bonnet bushes deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Under bonnet bushes deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Bottom of front chassis leg corroded. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass112,284 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    112,284 miles
    Test number
    496101051779
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and surrounding areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms and hubs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and surrounding areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms upper and lower corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s chassis has surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryO/s/f and n/s/f ball joint rubbers splitting upper and lower

  8. Fail112,284 miles (+719)3 major2 repaired14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,284 miles
    Test number
    960950172223
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and surrounding areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms and hubs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and surrounding areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms upper and lower corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s chassis has surface corrosion

  9. Pass111,565 miles (+2,262)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    111,565 miles
    Test number
    562665268169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass109,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    109,303 miles
    Test number
    352161078625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail109,299 miles (+1,289)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,299 miles
    Test number
    917551744003
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

  12. Pass108,010 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    108,010 miles
    Test number
    879327354541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail107,961 miles (+828)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,961 miles
    Test number
    627038491633
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass107,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    107,133 miles
    Test number
    807074879516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail107,133 miles (+1,444)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,133 miles
    Test number
    564279879661
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass105,689 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    105,689 miles
    Test number
    737680013551
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Fail105,689 miles (+1,885)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,689 miles
    Test number
    344177000226
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  18. Pass103,804 miles (+2,090)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    103,804 miles
    Test number
    307969935173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  19. Fail101,714 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,714 miles
    Test number
    257711044102
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass101,714 miles (+6,343)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    101,714 miles
    Test number
    387651944151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass95,371 miles (+7,100)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    95,371 miles
    Test number
    586853013199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass88,271 miles (+7,481)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    88,271 miles
    Test number
    759633442135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteRear reg no plate soiled

  23. Pass80,790 miles (+5,118)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    80,790 miles
    Test number
    286415401410
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Pass75,672 miles (+6,322)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    75,672 miles
    Test number
    941242810113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriate

  25. Pass69,350 miles (+8,381)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    69,350 miles
    Test number
    992668319168
    • NoteHandbrake travel nearing stop
    • NoteOffside wiper slight split

  26. Pass60,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    60,969 miles
    Test number
    241544918497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail60,969 miles (+5,353)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,969 miles
    Test number
    290644518102
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  28. Pass55,616 miles (+9,149)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    55,616 miles
    Test number
    230668507443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass46,467 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    46,467 miles
    Test number
    820542306189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail46,441 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,441 miles
    Test number
    501501906108
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

Questions about T717 BOD

Does T717 BOD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T717 BOD expired on 16 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T717 BOD?
The MOT on T717 BOD expired on 16 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T717 BOD done?
T717 BOD was recorded at 125,360 miles at its MOT on 12 Jul 2024, an average of 4,324 miles a year.
Has T717 BOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T717 BOD has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T717 BOD 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 T717 BOD find?
T717 BOD passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2025 with 1 advisory: coil spring modified but not seriously weakened all four.

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