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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

X72 FCAMOT history

X72 FCA is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 13 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 73,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

X72 FCA black 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 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
73,791 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,767 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X72 FCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X72 FCA was last recorded at 73,791 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 3,392 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,399 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,392 miles
Average per year
2,767 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,791 miles
  • 2025 – 70,399 miles
  • 2024 – 70,232 miles
  • 2023 – 68,775 miles
  • 2022 – 65,788 miles
  • 2021 – 61,990 miles
  • 2019 – 57,312 miles
  • 2015 – 57,224 miles
  • 2013 – 54,500 miles
  • 2011 – 49,656 miles
  • 2009 – 41,097 miles
  • 2008 – 28,909 miles
  • 2006 – 18,627 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,791 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Underbody covered in underseal

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass73,791 miles (+3,392)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    73,791 miles
    Test number
    792970058863
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass70,399 miles (+167)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    70,399 miles
    Test number
    328711955542
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

  3. Pass70,232 miles (+1,457)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    70,232 miles
    Test number
    581014775035
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

  4. Pass68,775 miles (+2,987)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    68,775 miles
    Test number
    868808940377
    • AdvisoryAll underbody components corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers and sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle too low for brake roller

  5. Pass65,788 miles (+3,798)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    65,788 miles
    Test number
    788943028816
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryAll underbody corroded
    • AdvisorySill cover fitted

  6. Pass61,990 miles (+4,678)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    61,990 miles
    Test number
    968961797846
    • AdvisoryAll Underbody components slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

  7. Pass57,312 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    57,312 miles
    Test number
    313605781497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail57,310 miles (+86)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,310 miles
    Test number
    771042098509
    • MajorBrake performance not tested pipe burst (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes are perished.
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension has heavy surface corrosion.
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body surface rust.

  9. Pass57,224 miles (+2,724)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    57,224 miles
    Test number
    168531735043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteO/s/f brake slight bind

  10. Pass54,500 miles (+4,844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    54,500 miles
    Test number
    877298093045
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  11. Pass49,656 miles (+8,559)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    49,656 miles
    Test number
    895083401130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,097 miles
    Test number
    641265049207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail41,097 miles (+12,188)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,097 miles
    Test number
    493124949216
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  14. Pass28,909 miles (+10,282)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    28,909 miles
    Test number
    142800408168
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is perishing on the outer sidewall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is wearing on the inner edge

  15. Pass18,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    18,627 miles
    Test number
    950756186063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X72 FCA

Does X72 FCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X72 FCA is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X72 FCA?
The MOT on X72 FCA is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X72 FCA done?
X72 FCA was recorded at 73,791 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 2,767 miles a year.
Has X72 FCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X72 FCA has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on X72 FCA 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 X72 FCA find?
X72 FCA passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust noisy; nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill.

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