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Mazda MX-5

Yellow · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

X443 BUXMOT history

X443 BUX is a yellow petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 21 MOT tests, with 43,960 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

X443 BUX yellow 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 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
43,960 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
21 passed · 0 failed
Per year
865 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X443 BUX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
2 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X443 BUX was last recorded at 43,960 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 203 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
43,757 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
203 miles
Average per year
865 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,960 miles
  • 2025 – 43,757 miles
  • 2024 – 43,531 miles
  • 2023 – 43,315 miles
  • 2022 – 42,943 miles
  • 2021 – 42,501 miles
  • 2020 – 42,086 miles
  • 2019 – 41,596 miles
  • 2018 – 40,506 miles
  • 2017 – 39,677 miles
  • 2016 – 39,526 miles
  • 2015 – 39,525 miles
  • 2014 – 39,264 miles
  • 2013 – 38,687 miles
  • 2012 – 38,292 miles
  • 2011 – 37,524 miles
  • 2010 – 34,792 miles
  • 2009 – 33,170 miles
  • 2008 – 30,742 miles
  • 2007 – 28,941 miles
  • 2006 – 26,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,960 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside front upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside rear upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front tyres slight perishing to walls

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,960 miles (+203)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    43,960 miles
    Test number
    341499171344
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside front upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside rear upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front tyres slight perishing to walls

  2. Pass43,757 miles (+226)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    43,757 miles
    Test number
    866506891106
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass43,531 miles (+216)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    43,531 miles
    Test number
    579190410648
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both offside and nearside rear outer sill have slight corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect full underside of vehicle to to covers fitted
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components have slight corrosion

  4. Pass43,315 miles (+372)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    43,315 miles
    Test number
    574958508278
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms corroded

  5. Pass42,943 miles (+442)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    42,943 miles
    Test number
    615572437019
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  6. Pass42,501 miles (+415)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    42,501 miles
    Test number
    288626878562
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on front brake discs

  7. Pass42,086 miles (+490)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    42,086 miles
    Test number
    811942202667
    • AdvisoryOffside nearside front lower suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside nearside rear suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion and wear on front brake discs

  8. Pass41,596 miles (+1,090)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    41,596 miles
    Test number
    113665776286
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  9. Pass40,506 miles (+829)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    40,506 miles
    Test number
    166442600371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass39,677 miles (+151)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    39,677 miles
    Test number
    294462146853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,526 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    39,526 miles
    Test number
    831127991548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,525 miles (+261)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    39,525 miles
    Test number
    117179855136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,264 miles (+577)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    39,264 miles
    Test number
    726394854105
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass38,687 miles (+395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    38,687 miles
    Test number
    108693263196
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass38,292 miles (+768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    38,292 miles
    Test number
    287037962114
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass37,524 miles (+2,732)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    37,524 miles
    Test number
    219850181119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,792 miles (+1,622)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    34,792 miles
    Test number
    980183650189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,170 miles (+2,428)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    33,170 miles
    Test number
    591743559187
    • NoteFront and rear suspension arms very rusty

  19. Pass30,742 miles (+1,801)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    30,742 miles
    Test number
    450572548190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,941 miles (+2,103)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    28,941 miles
    Test number
    152360857108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,838 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    26,838 miles
    Test number
    340353456124
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X443 BUX

Does X443 BUX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X443 BUX is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X443 BUX?
The MOT on X443 BUX is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X443 BUX done?
X443 BUX was recorded at 43,960 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 865 miles a year.
Has X443 BUX ever failed its MOT?
No. X443 BUX has passed all 21 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on X443 BUX 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 X443 BUX find?
X443 BUX passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive engine; suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside front upper and lower; suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside rear upper and lower, and 1 more.

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