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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T886 BVLMOT history

T886 BVL is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 3 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 107,354 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
107,354 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T886 BVL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T886 BVL was last recorded at 107,354 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,252 miles · 22 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
102 miles
Average per year
4,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,354 miles
  • 2025 – 107,104 miles
  • 2024 – 107,103 miles
  • 2023 – 106,920 miles
  • 2022 – 105,991 miles
  • 2021 – 104,907 miles
  • 2019 – 102,785 miles
  • 2018 – 98,804 miles
  • 2017 – 93,350 miles
  • 2016 – 82,595 miles
  • 2015 – 71,096 miles
  • 2014 – 70,101 miles
  • 2012 – 67,524 miles
  • 2011 – 56,500 miles
  • 2010 – 49,671 miles
  • 2009 – 44,229 miles
  • 2008 – 24,672 miles
  • 2007 – 24,419 miles
  • 2006 – 23,896 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,354 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear to front corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Both front chassis rails are rusting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine cover and Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear outer sill surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass107,354 miles (+102)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    107,354 miles
    Test number
    107722101919
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear to front corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail107,252 miles (+148)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,252 miles
    Test number
    112939771891
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear to front corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass107,104 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    107,104 miles
    Test number
    842399589096
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all hoses corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail107,104 miles (+1)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,104 miles
    Test number
    922663393164
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all hoses corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail107,103 miles (+183)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,103 miles
    Test number
    628647344985
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both sides anti roll bar and subframe mounting corroded chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's airbag missing steering wheel not factory (7.1.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier loose (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hoses corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower suspension arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass106,920 miles (+929)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    106,920 miles
    Test number
    863135173883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass105,991 miles (+1,084)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    105,991 miles
    Test number
    182984743769
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view two small chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass104,907 miles (+45)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    104,907 miles
    Test number
    680764195039
    • AdvisoryFront Both front chassis rails are rusting

  9. Fail104,862 miles (+2,077)1 dangerous6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,862 miles
    Test number
    489740493978
    • DangerousBrake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded Across the rear subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front chassis rails are rusting

  10. Pass102,785 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    102,785 miles
    Test number
    649523128455
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and Undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill surface corrosion

  11. Fail102,773 miles (+3,969)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,773 miles
    Test number
    916363810023
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill yellow chalked (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and Undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill surface corrosion

  12. Pass98,804 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    98,804 miles
    Test number
    221882132458
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

  13. Fail98,797 miles (+5,447)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,797 miles
    Test number
    122050398615
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailurePower steering disconnected where it is standard fitment (2.3.3a)
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system missing (2.3.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

  14. Pass93,350 miles (+10,755)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2018
    Odometer
    93,350 miles
    Test number
    144214879790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass82,595 miles (+11,499)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,595 miles
    Test number
    355926877729
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Boot has a slight knick. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass71,096 miles (+995)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    71,096 miles
    Test number
    469498475031
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass70,101 miles (+2,577)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    70,101 miles
    Test number
    259211784016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,524 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    67,524 miles
    Test number
    305259622376
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)

  19. Fail67,524 miles (+11,024)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,524 miles
    Test number
    607359822338
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)

  20. Pass56,500 miles (+6,829)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    56,500 miles
    Test number
    475680991085
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass49,671 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    49,671 miles
    Test number
    171955680008
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail49,671 miles (+5,442)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,671 miles
    Test number
    400185180034
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass44,229 miles (+86)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    44,229 miles
    Test number
    991449989093
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass44,143 miles (+19,471)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    44,143 miles
    Test number
    783946919002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,672 miles (+253)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    24,672 miles
    Test number
    183587608084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,419 miles (+523)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    24,419 miles
    Test number
    104238417068
    • 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)

  27. Pass23,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    23,896 miles
    Test number
    840351116014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T886 BVL

Does T886 BVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T886 BVL is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T886 BVL?
The MOT on T886 BVL is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T886 BVL done?
T886 BVL was recorded at 107,354 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 4,060 miles a year.
Has T886 BVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T886 BVL has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T886 BVL 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 T886 BVL find?
T886 BVL passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corroded; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower arm corroded; rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides corroded, and 3 more.

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