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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

X753 UBWMOT history

X753 UBW is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 22 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 9 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 72,554 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2025.

X753 UBW red 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 9 Oct 2026
Mileage
72,554 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,383 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X753 UBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
22 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X753 UBW was last recorded at 72,554 miles on 3 Oct 2025, 106 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Oct 2014: 67,500 miles, lower than 67,800 miles on 2 Oct 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
72,448 miles · 1 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
106 miles
Average per year
2,383 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 72,554 miles
  • 2024 – 72,448 miles
  • 2023 – 72,340 miles
  • 2022 – 72,234 miles
  • 2021 – 72,176 miles
  • 2020 – 72,039 miles
  • 2019 – 71,554 miles
  • 2018 – 70,826 miles
  • 2017 – 70,256 miles
  • 2016 – 69,784 miles
  • 2015 – 68,837 miles
  • 2014 – 67,500 miles
  • 2013 – 66,781 miles
  • 2012 – 65,073 miles
  • 2011 – 60,048 miles
  • 2010 – 53,186 miles
  • 2009 – 46,523 miles
  • 2008 – 41,782 miles
  • 2007 – 35,730 miles
  • 2006 – 30,129 miles
  • 2005 – 24,845 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,554 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • General corrosion to suspension components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis near subframe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail near sub frame

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • General corrosion underneath

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,554 miles (+106)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    72,554 miles
    Test number
    485608076532
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass72,448 miles (+108)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    72,448 miles
    Test number
    495372770370
    • AdvisoryExhaust system coroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion to front suspension components
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion to rear suspension components

  3. Pass72,340 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    72,340 miles
    Test number
    851266177096
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis near subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail near sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath

  4. Fail72,340 miles (+106)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,340 miles
    Test number
    111120341947
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis near subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail near sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath

  5. Pass72,234 miles (+58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    72,234 miles
    Test number
    682981568726
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to front and rear suspension

  6. Pass72,176 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    72,176 miles
    Test number
    911521460339
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. O/S/F brakes not as efficient (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVarious steering & suspension components, including sub-frames, have substantial surface corrosion.

  7. Fail72,176 miles (+137)2 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,176 miles
    Test number
    114165934460
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. O/S/F brakes not as efficient (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVarious steering & suspension components, including sub-frames, have substantial surface corrosion.

  8. Pass72,039 miles (+485)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    72,039 miles
    Test number
    488425562529
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  9. Pass71,554 miles (+728)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,554 miles
    Test number
    405664868498
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened light corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened light corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened light corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded at top in cup (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened light corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened light corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened light corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded at top in cup (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened light corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened light corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened light corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened light corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass70,826 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    70,826 miles
    Test number
    960129318766
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail70,820 miles (+564)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,820 miles
    Test number
    117820858853
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill has a hole caused by corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill has a hole caused by corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass70,256 miles (+472)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    70,256 miles
    Test number
    991122667719
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brakes binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass69,784 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    69,784 miles
    Test number
    670379336965
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPropshaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail69,784 miles (+947)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,784 miles
    Test number
    860894708620
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 18" (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 18" (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPropshaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass68,837 miles (+1,337)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    68,837 miles
    Test number
    280038587937
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass67,500 miles (-300)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    67,500 miles
    Test number
    678646274217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail67,800 miles (+1,019)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,800 miles
    Test number
    738235174255
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass66,781 miles (+1,708)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    66,781 miles
    Test number
    386327973280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,073 miles (+5,025)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    65,073 miles
    Test number
    666292572227
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass60,048 miles (+6,862)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    60,048 miles
    Test number
    197283771210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass53,186 miles (+6,663)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    53,186 miles
    Test number
    991193070287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    46,523 miles
    Test number
    950763079228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,523 miles (+4,741)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,523 miles
    Test number
    253053479286
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • NoteNearside front inner brake pad wearing thin (advise replacement)

  24. Pass41,782 miles (+6,052)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    41,782 miles
    Test number
    862807578281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,730 miles (+5,601)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    35,730 miles
    Test number
    270266777275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNon standard fuel filler cap fitted

  26. Pass30,129 miles (+5,284)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    30,129 miles
    Test number
    933836376211
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre starting to perish

  27. Pass24,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    24,845 miles
    Test number
    483580975278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X753 UBW

Does X753 UBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X753 UBW expired on 9 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X753 UBW?
The MOT on X753 UBW expired on 9 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X753 UBW done?
X753 UBW was recorded at 72,554 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2025, an average of 2,383 miles a year.
Has X753 UBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X753 UBW has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on X753 UBW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Oct 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X753 UBW find?
X753 UBW passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2025 with 16 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 13 more.

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