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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

V54 ABEMOT history

V54 ABE is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 47,072 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

V54 ABE green Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
47,072 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V54 ABE
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
30 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V54 ABE was last recorded at 47,072 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,072 miles · 6 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,072 miles
  • 2025 – 45,272 miles
  • 2022 – 44,742 miles
  • 2021 – 43,479 miles
  • 2020 – 41,621 miles
  • 2019 – 40,281 miles
  • 2018 – 39,051 miles
  • 2017 – 37,468 miles
  • 2016 – 36,160 miles
  • 2015 – 35,346 miles
  • 2014 – 34,340 miles
  • 2013 – 34,125 miles
  • 2012 – 33,425 miles
  • 2008 – 24,683 miles
  • 2007 – 18,768 miles
  • 2006 – 10,694 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,072 miles
  • AdvisoryAll suspension components very heavily corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • All suspension components heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,072 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    47,072 miles
    Test number
    101668066305
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components very heavily corroded

  2. Fail47,072 miles (+1,800)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,072 miles
    Test number
    475476246856
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components very heavily corroded

  3. Pass45,272 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    45,272 miles
    Test number
    270080450598
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded

  4. Fail45,272 miles (+530)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,272 miles
    Test number
    887799822929
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded

  5. Pass44,742 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    44,742 miles
    Test number
    968100021560
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail44,742 miles (+1,263)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,742 miles
    Test number
    826165930486
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass43,479 miles (+1,858)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    43,479 miles
    Test number
    500698144203
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass41,621 miles (+1,340)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    41,621 miles
    Test number
    574009200081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,281 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    40,281 miles
    Test number
    573311362656
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail40,258 miles (+1,207)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,258 miles
    Test number
    619730032829
    • MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass39,051 miles (+1,583)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    39,051 miles
    Test number
    913869740049
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass37,468 miles (+1,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    37,468 miles
    Test number
    272408645909
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass36,160 miles (+814)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    36,160 miles
    Test number
    695255155216
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass35,346 miles (+1,006)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    35,346 miles
    Test number
    216396275421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    34,340 miles
    Test number
    746310774160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail34,340 miles (+215)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,340 miles
    Test number
    309459664116
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  17. Pass34,125 miles (+700)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    34,125 miles
    Test number
    119590913220
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass33,425 miles (+8,742)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    33,425 miles
    Test number
    345400122276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,683 miles (+5,915)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    24,683 miles
    Test number
    752051478203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail18,768 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,768 miles
    Test number
    271005467208
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  21. Pass18,768 miles (+8,074)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    18,768 miles
    Test number
    962025967277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    10,694 miles
    Test number
    383201976485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V54 ABE

Does V54 ABE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V54 ABE is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V54 ABE?
The MOT on V54 ABE is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V54 ABE done?
V54 ABE was recorded at 47,072 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 1,816 miles a year.
Has V54 ABE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V54 ABE has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V54 ABE 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 V54 ABE find?
V54 ABE passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: all suspension components very heavily corroded.

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