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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2015 · 1,998 cc

Y5 OBTMOT history

Y5 OBT is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 27 Aug 2015. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 61,504 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

Y5 OBT 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 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
61,504 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,315 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 OBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
27 Aug 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 OBT was last recorded at 61,504 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,504 miles · 9 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,315 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,504 miles
  • 2025 – 55,191 miles
  • 2023 – 54,543 miles
  • 2022 – 53,271 miles
  • 2021 – 45,475 miles
  • 2020 – 39,669 miles
  • 2019 – 28,514 miles
  • 2018 – 20,934 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,504 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 22 Aug 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    61,504 miles
    Test number
    656104497123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail61,504 miles (+6,313)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,504 miles
    Test number
    911194355916
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements wrong spacing (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass55,191 miles (+20)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    55,191 miles
    Test number
    432808919277
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail55,171 miles (+628)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,171 miles
    Test number
    222462915704
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass54,543 miles (+1,272)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    54,543 miles
    Test number
    877785425791
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass53,271 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    53,271 miles
    Test number
    289762658856
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail53,271 miles (+7,796)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,271 miles
    Test number
    251915298017
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass45,475 miles (+5,806)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    45,475 miles
    Test number
    877938313131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass39,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    39,669 miles
    Test number
    551437838905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail39,667 miles (+11,153)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,667 miles
    Test number
    822704914836
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass28,514 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    28,514 miles
    Test number
    930909240347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail28,496 miles (+7,562)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,496 miles
    Test number
    875976706917
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  13. Pass20,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    20,934 miles
    Test number
    574841128185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y5 OBT

Does Y5 OBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 OBT is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 OBT?
The MOT on Y5 OBT is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 OBT done?
Y5 OBT was recorded at 61,504 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 5,315 miles a year.
Has Y5 OBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 OBT has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y5 OBT 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 Y5 OBT find?
Y5 OBT passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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