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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

X785 BCSMOT history

X785 BCS is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 26 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 97,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

X785 BCS 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 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
97,167 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,141 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X785 BCS
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
26 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X785 BCS was last recorded at 97,167 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 841 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,326 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
841 miles
Average per year
3,141 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,167 miles
  • 2025 – 96,326 miles
  • 2024 – 95,686 miles
  • 2023 – 95,375 miles
  • 2022 – 94,911 miles
  • 2021 – 94,224 miles
  • 2020 – 93,715 miles
  • 2019 – 92,033 miles
  • 2018 – 90,831 miles
  • 2017 – 88,956 miles
  • 2016 – 87,808 miles
  • 2015 – 85,867 miles
  • 2014 – 82,262 miles
  • 2013 – 79,796 miles
  • 2012 – 77,719 miles
  • 2011 – 73,104 miles
  • 2010 – 67,489 miles
  • 2009 – 55,420 miles
  • 2008 – 47,344 miles
  • 2007 – 40,502 miles
  • 2006 – 32,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,167 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension coated in underseal

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,167 miles (+841)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    97,167 miles
    Test number
    673993959974
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension coated in underseal

  2. Pass96,326 miles (+640)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    96,326 miles
    Test number
    927314312020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass95,686 miles (+311)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    95,686 miles
    Test number
    143949057235
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor/Chassis (underseal used (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (195/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Hi-level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass95,375 miles (+464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    95,375 miles
    Test number
    778150673848
    • AdvisoryFloor pans,chassis and suspension coated in thick underseal

  5. Pass94,911 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    94,911 miles
    Test number
    350707835721
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all exposed pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension coated in thick underseal

  6. Fail94,907 miles (+683)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,907 miles
    Test number
    938717500516
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded/coated in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 3mm 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 3mm 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension and underbody corroded/coated in uderseal

  7. Pass94,224 miles (+509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    94,224 miles
    Test number
    384975290553
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake may require adjustment or repair

  8. Pass93,715 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    93,715 miles
    Test number
    988188968599
    • AdvisoryAll panels are coated in thick underseal

  9. Fail93,175 miles (+1,142)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,175 miles
    Test number
    123647272891
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll panels are coated in thick underseal

  10. Pass92,033 miles (+1,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,033 miles
    Test number
    521875175140
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake requires adjustment or repair (lower than expected reading)

  11. Pass90,831 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    90,831 miles
    Test number
    718254497588
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail90,831 miles (+1,875)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,831 miles
    Test number
    434825132974
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass88,956 miles (+1,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    88,956 miles
    Test number
    209918141687
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking brake effort lower than expected

  14. Pass87,808 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    87,808 miles
    Test number
    994167258560
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside outer sill section (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryUnder body panels and suspension coated in thick under seal

  15. Fail87,808 miles (+1,941)3 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,808 miles
    Test number
    322549884003
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside outer sill section (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryUnder body panels and suspension coated in thick under seal

  16. Pass85,867 miles (+3,605)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    85,867 miles
    Test number
    887124211802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,262 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    82,262 miles
    Test number
    595317324261
    • NoteLimited reserve handbrake travel
    • NoteRear brake pads worn

  18. Fail82,262 miles (+2,466)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,262 miles
    Test number
    687356624230
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteLimited reserve handbrake travel
    • NoteRear brake pads worn

  19. Pass79,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    79,796 miles
    Test number
    446762323225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail79,796 miles (+2,077)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,796 miles
    Test number
    505692323289
    • FailureCentre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass77,719 miles (+4,615)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    77,719 miles
    Test number
    139536332272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass73,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    73,104 miles
    Test number
    927058241213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail73,104 miles (+5,615)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,104 miles
    Test number
    529988641233
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear disc corroded

  24. Pass67,489 miles (+12,069)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    67,489 miles
    Test number
    714833240275
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly scored

  25. Fail55,420 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,420 miles
    Test number
    134113259137
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteAdvise condition of rear number plate

  26. Pass55,420 miles (+8,076)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    55,420 miles
    Test number
    634933359186
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteAdvise condition of rear number plate

  27. Pass47,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    47,344 miles
    Test number
    533368278078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. FailMileage not read2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    191344267425
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  29. Pass40,502 miles (+7,864)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    40,502 miles
    Test number
    432124767039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass32,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,638 miles
    Test number
    293492866098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X785 BCS

Does X785 BCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X785 BCS is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X785 BCS?
The MOT on X785 BCS is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X785 BCS done?
X785 BCS was recorded at 97,167 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 3,141 miles a year.
Has X785 BCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X785 BCS has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on X785 BCS 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 X785 BCS find?
X785 BCS passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: underbody and suspension coated in underseal.

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