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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T756 BBKMOT history

T756 BBK is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 99,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
99,389 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,519 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T756 BBK
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
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T756 BBK was last recorded at 99,389 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,336 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
3,519 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,389 miles
  • 2025 – 96,330 miles
  • 2024 – 95,320 miles
  • 2023 – 95,289 miles
  • 2022 – 93,770 miles
  • 2021 – 91,762 miles
  • 2020 – 90,120 miles
  • 2016 – 88,235 miles
  • 2015 – 85,222 miles
  • 2014 – 82,787 miles
  • 2013 – 80,208 miles
  • 2012 – 77,642 miles
  • 2011 – 74,318 miles
  • 2010 – 70,445 miles
  • 2009 – 58,231 miles
  • 2008 – 42,561 miles
  • 2007 – 33,502 miles
  • 2006 – 29,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,389 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension components corroded, not considered excessiveRecorded at 3 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.

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear exhaust in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush n/s o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,389 miles (+53)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    99,389 miles
    Test number
    366706925875
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension components corroded, not considered excessive

  2. Fail99,336 miles (+3,006)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,336 miles
    Test number
    285679073841
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps All lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension components corroded, not considered excessive

  3. Pass96,330 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    96,330 miles
    Test number
    694015255326
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded, not considered excessive

  4. Fail96,330 miles (+1,010)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,330 miles
    Test number
    577120676342
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded, not considered excessive

  5. Pass95,320 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    95,320 miles
    Test number
    401439569700
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail95,314 miles (+25)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,314 miles
    Test number
    114613376541
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail95,289 miles (+1,519)3 dangerous4 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,289 miles
    Test number
    512315196207
    • DangerousOffside Integral body structure modified such that it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering Floor pan to sill holed and corroded (6.1.1 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Outer sill to rear (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Sill underbody at rear (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure Silencer to centre pipe corroded & broken bolt (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass93,770 miles (+2,008)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    93,770 miles
    Test number
    435152056425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,762 miles (+1,642)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    91,762 miles
    Test number
    746023123682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass90,120 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    90,120 miles
    Test number
    792771893261
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust in poor condition

  11. Fail90,117 miles (+1,882)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,117 miles
    Test number
    852629284132
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust in poor condition

  12. Pass88,235 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    88,235 miles
    Test number
    151597689535
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush n/s o/s (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush n/s o/s (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box flange corroded

  13. Fail88,233 miles (+3,011)1 failure11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,233 miles
    Test number
    380779876205
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis rail (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s o/s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush n/s o/s (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake caliper piston dust seal deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s o/s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush n/s o/s (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box flange corroded

  14. Pass85,222 miles (+2,435)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    85,222 miles
    Test number
    217403675061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteAll brake pipes covered body shultz not allowing a full inspection. o/s sill some corrosion
    • NoteBoth front brake discs heavy wear and corrosion oninside of discs

  15. Pass82,787 miles (+2,579)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    82,787 miles
    Test number
    685548154002
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to split and perish

  16. Pass80,208 miles (+2,566)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    80,208 miles
    Test number
    505166943038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,642 miles (+3,324)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    77,642 miles
    Test number
    229484672026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass74,318 miles (+3,873)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    74,318 miles
    Test number
    188358661444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    70,445 miles
    Test number
    123121870007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail70,445 miles (+12,214)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,445 miles
    Test number
    172901670049
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass58,231 miles (+15,670)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    58,231 miles
    Test number
    932643489028
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass42,561 miles (+9,059)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    42,561 miles
    Test number
    361517288056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass33,502 miles (+3,866)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    33,502 miles
    Test number
    291576787075
    • 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)

  24. Pass29,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    29,636 miles
    Test number
    311929376098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T756 BBK

Does T756 BBK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T756 BBK is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T756 BBK?
The MOT on T756 BBK is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T756 BBK done?
T756 BBK was recorded at 99,389 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 3,519 miles a year.
Has T756 BBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T756 BBK has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T756 BBK 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 T756 BBK find?
T756 BBK passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 8 advisories: central rear upper stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 5 more.

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