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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

X42 TBTMOT history

X42 TBT is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 25 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 78,566 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2025.

X42 TBT black Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Aug 2026
Mileage
78,566 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,435 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X42 TBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
25 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X42 TBT was last recorded at 78,566 miles on 15 Aug 2025, 237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,329 miles · 25 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
237 miles
Average per year
1,435 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,566 miles
  • 2023 – 78,329 miles
  • 2022 – 77,648 miles
  • 2021 – 76,670 miles
  • 2020 – 75,928 miles
  • 2015 – 75,138 miles
  • 2014 – 73,875 miles
  • 2013 – 72,131 miles
  • 2012 – 69,046 miles
  • 2011 – 66,318 miles
  • 2010 – 62,528 miles
  • 2009 – 60,281 miles
  • 2008 – 56,432 miles
  • 2007 – 52,018 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,566 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,566 miles (+237)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    78,566 miles
    Test number
    662706316700
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass78,329 miles (+681)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    78,329 miles
    Test number
    614178044474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass77,648 miles (+978)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    77,648 miles
    Test number
    689682852479
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass76,670 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    76,670 miles
    Test number
    242922414545
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail76,670 miles (+742)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,670 miles
    Test number
    477114504139
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass75,928 miles (+790)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    75,928 miles
    Test number
    219157564404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,138 miles (+1,263)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    75,138 miles
    Test number
    336549725099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,875 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    73,875 miles
    Test number
    718367924096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail73,811 miles (+1,680)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,811 miles
    Test number
    759526414050
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake pipes starting to corrode

  10. Pass72,131 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    72,131 miles
    Test number
    519739133045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside mirror fading

  11. Fail72,131 miles (+3,085)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,131 miles
    Test number
    848759533019
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside mirror fading

  12. Pass69,046 miles (+2,728)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    69,046 miles
    Test number
    878694342029
    • NoteNearside rear disc corroding

  13. Pass66,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    66,318 miles
    Test number
    787070041017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,318 miles (+3,790)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,318 miles
    Test number
    848870041019
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass62,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    62,528 miles
    Test number
    162712530092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail62,528 miles (+2,247)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,528 miles
    Test number
    674852930099
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  17. Pass60,281 miles (+3,849)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    60,281 miles
    Test number
    942246639067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,432 miles (+4,414)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    56,432 miles
    Test number
    293253148090
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass52,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    52,018 miles
    Test number
    353405847094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X42 TBT

Does X42 TBT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X42 TBT expired on 14 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X42 TBT?
The MOT on X42 TBT expired on 14 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X42 TBT done?
X42 TBT was recorded at 78,566 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2025, an average of 1,435 miles a year.
Has X42 TBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X42 TBT has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on X42 TBT 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 X42 TBT find?
X42 TBT passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2025 with 11 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 8 more.

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