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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T921 BUBMOT history

T921 BUB is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 66,724 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
66,724 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T921 BUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T921 BUB was last recorded at 66,724 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,719 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
1,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,724 miles
  • 2025 – 66,719 miles
  • 2024 – 66,670 miles
  • 2023 – 66,639 miles
  • 2022 – 66,622 miles
  • 2021 – 66,600 miles
  • 2020 – 66,499 miles
  • 2019 – 66,101 miles
  • 2018 – 66,030 miles
  • 2017 – 65,917 miles
  • 2016 – 65,677 miles
  • 2015 – 65,617 miles
  • 2014 – 65,601 miles
  • 2013 – 65,318 miles
  • 2012 – 65,265 miles
  • 2011 – 65,152 miles
  • 2010 – 64,998 miles
  • 2009 – 64,562 miles
  • 2008 – 64,258 miles
  • 2007 – 52,821 miles
  • 2006 – 45,025 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,724 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,724 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    66,724 miles
    Test number
    244513023062
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail66,725 miles (+6)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,725 miles
    Test number
    939001231738
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass66,719 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    66,719 miles
    Test number
    652791310091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass66,670 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    66,670 miles
    Test number
    646341412807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass66,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    66,639 miles
    Test number
    387010923535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail66,639 miles (+17)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,639 miles
    Test number
    986037920387
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  7. Pass66,622 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    66,622 miles
    Test number
    798440622862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,600 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    66,600 miles
    Test number
    513283637185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,499 miles (+398)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,499 miles
    Test number
    590705035635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,101 miles (+71)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    66,101 miles
    Test number
    734247569726
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to various suspension parts and some parts covered with underseal stopping a full inspection

  11. Pass66,030 miles (+113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    66,030 miles
    Test number
    500810607793
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion to under body and suspension components

  12. Pass65,917 miles (+240)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    65,917 miles
    Test number
    265785655357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,677 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    65,677 miles
    Test number
    466883763960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,617 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    65,617 miles
    Test number
    229915475059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Fail65,617 miles (+16)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,617 miles
    Test number
    689559065094
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Pass65,601 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    65,601 miles
    Test number
    438271094015
    • NoteHigh level brake light inop
    • NoteRear exhaust flange deteriorated

  17. Fail65,601 miles (+283)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,601 miles
    Test number
    258211194029
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteHigh level brake light inop
    • NoteRear exhaust flange deteriorated

  18. Pass65,318 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    65,318 miles
    Test number
    146543493456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,265 miles (+113)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    65,265 miles
    Test number
    745591182028
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise front brake discs--corrosion evident.

  20. Pass65,152 miles (+154)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    65,152 miles
    Test number
    887118481095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,998 miles (+436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    64,998 miles
    Test number
    423085570002
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail64,562 miles2 repaired3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,562 miles
    Test number
    100328979005
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteFront+rear lower suspension arms corroded
    • NoteOff/side wiper blade up side down
    • NoteOil level low

  23. Pass64,562 miles (+304)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    64,562 miles
    Test number
    284168579055
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteFront+rear lower suspension arms corroded
    • NoteOff/side wiper blade up side down
    • NoteOil level low

  24. Pass64,258 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    64,258 miles
    Test number
    260202498043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail64,176 miles (+11,355)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,176 miles
    Test number
    501145678001
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • NoteHigh im -balance across front brakes

  26. Pass52,821 miles (+7,796)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    52,821 miles
    Test number
    601373087096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass45,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    45,025 miles
    Test number
    572912576053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T921 BUB

Does T921 BUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T921 BUB is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T921 BUB?
The MOT on T921 BUB is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T921 BUB done?
T921 BUB was recorded at 66,724 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 1,060 miles a year.
Has T921 BUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T921 BUB has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T921 BUB 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 T921 BUB find?
T921 BUB passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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