
Mazda MX-5
Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc
Y287 MVXMOT history
Y287 MVX is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 95,001 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 5 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 95,001 mi
- At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
- MOT tests
- 29
- 18 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 3,349 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y287 MVX
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mazda
- Model
- MX-5
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,598 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 30 Jul 2001
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 6 Aug 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y287 MVX was last recorded at 95,001 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2026.
Mileage went down between tests
- 27 May 2020: 93,193 miles, lower than 124,608 miles on 9 May 2019.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 95,001 miles · 5 Aug 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 3,349 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 95,001 miles
- 2025 – 94,587 miles
- 2024 – 93,546 miles
- 2021 – 93,218 miles
- 2020 – 93,193 miles
- 2019 – 124,608 miles
- 2018 – 123,592 miles
- 2017 – 122,207 miles
- 2015 – 121,671 miles
- 2014 – 115,050 miles
- 2013 – 104,306 miles
- 2012 – 96,235 miles
- 2011 – 87,166 miles
- 2010 – 78,919 miles
- 2009 – 69,721 miles
- 2008 – 57,787 miles
- 2007 – 47,767 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorSub-frame ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- MinorSub-frame ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front chassis legs (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryEml light on dashRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryExhaust fouling rear diffRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOil leaksRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021
Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017
Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front tyre 18 years old
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
29 tests since 4 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass95,001 miles2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- 95,001 miles
- Test number
- 699347207090
- MinorSub-frame ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorSub-frame ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front chassis legs (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded
- AdvisoryEml light on dash
- AdvisoryExhaust fouling rear diff
- AdvisoryOil leaks
Fail95,001 miles (+414)1 major2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,001 miles
- Test number
- 361087591613
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorSub-frame ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorSub-frame ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front chassis legs (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded
- AdvisoryEml light on dash
- AdvisoryExhaust fouling rear diff
- AdvisoryOil leaks
Pass94,587 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 94,587 miles
- Test number
- 706706785510
- AdvisoryEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction
- AdvisoryNearside Front tyre 18 years old
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth sides rear outer sills soft/corroded
- AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded front and rear
Fail94,587 miles (+1,041)2 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,587 miles
- Test number
- 349481121948
- MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorBrake pipe leaking on an air braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction
- AdvisoryNearside Front tyre 18 years old
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth sides rear outer sills soft/corroded
- AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded front and rear
Pass93,546 miles (+1)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 93,546 miles
- Test number
- 346674037844
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all welding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryAll steering and suspension components corroded ok at time off test
- AdvisoryEml light on dash
- AdvisoryOffside front tyre has 08 dot code
Fail93,545 miles (+327)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,545 miles
- Test number
- 278070459686
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all welding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryAll steering and suspension components corroded ok at time off test
- AdvisoryEml light on dash
- AdvisoryOffside front tyre has 08 dot code
Pass93,218 miles (+25)18 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jun 2022
- Odometer
- 93,218 miles
- Test number
- 463695493607
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront chips in windscreen
- AdvisoryNearside Front 10 years old
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear boot pan corroded
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve/long travel
Pass93,193 miles12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 May 2021
- Odometer
- 93,193 miles
- Test number
- 442726502761
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake has long travel
Fail93,193 miles (-31,415)2 major12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,193 miles
- Test number
- 580412755254
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake has long travel
Pass124,608 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 124,608 miles
- Test number
- 661655221626
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake backing plate corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wear/worn on edges and tread low
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail124,608 miles (+1,016)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 124,608 miles
- Test number
- 350344640551
- DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis at anti roll bar (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis at anti roll bar (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake backing plate corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wear/worn on edges and tread low
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass123,592 miles (+1,385)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 123,592 miles
- Test number
- 111748587864
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass122,207 miles11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 122,207 miles
- Test number
- 585408240385
- AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracked and perished
- AdvisoryCoolant leak Heater matrix
- AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
- AdvisoryMajority of underside of vehicle corroded, but not excessive
- AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail122,207 miles (+536)6 failures11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,207 miles
- Test number
- 882332325275
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracked and perished
- AdvisoryCoolant leak Heater matrix
- AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
- AdvisoryMajority of underside of vehicle corroded, but not excessive
- AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass121,671 miles (+6,621)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 28 May 2016
- Odometer
- 121,671 miles
- Test number
- 595529445196
- NoteFront pads low
Pass115,050 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 115,050 miles
- Test number
- 797958594021
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Fail115,050 miles (+10,744)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 115,050 miles
- Test number
- 719628794065
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Pass104,306 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 104,306 miles
- Test number
- 379690203120
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Fail104,306 miles (+8,071)3 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 104,306 miles
- Test number
- 239780103490
- FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
- FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass96,235 miles3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 96,235 miles
- Test number
- 106964202198
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteRear brake discs very rusty
Fail96,235 miles (+9,069)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,235 miles
- Test number
- 985274102165
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteRear brake discs very rusty
Pass87,166 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 87,166 miles
- Test number
- 116789591409
- AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail87,166 miles (+8,247)1 dangerous1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,166 miles
- Test number
- 536618491025
- DangerousOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass78,919 miles1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 78,919 miles
- Test number
- 872698890041
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteNearside front side reflector damaged
Fail78,919 miles (+9,198)2 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,919 miles
- Test number
- 861238790015
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteNearside front side reflector damaged
Pass69,721 miles (+11,934)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 69,721 miles
- Test number
- 923665009129
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass57,787 miles (+10,020)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jun 2009
- Odometer
- 57,787 miles
- Test number
- 362393578187
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass47,767 miles (+18,370)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 47,767 miles
- Test number
- 391890047357
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass29,397 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2008
- Odometer
- 29,397 miles
- Test number
- 761984607079
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Questions about Y287 MVX
- Does Y287 MVX currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y287 MVX is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on Y287 MVX?
- The MOT on Y287 MVX is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has Y287 MVX done?
- Y287 MVX was recorded at 95,001 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 3,349 miles a year.
- Has Y287 MVX ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y287 MVX has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
- Has the mileage on Y287 MVX ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 May 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on Y287 MVX find?
- Y287 MVX passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: sub-frame ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower; sub-frame ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front upper; shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front, and 6 more.
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