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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,999 cc

779 DERMOT history

779 DER is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 16 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 145,749 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

779 DER blue 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 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
145,749 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,741 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
779 DER
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
16 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

779 DER was last recorded at 145,749 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 459 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,290 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
459 miles
Average per year
6,741 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,749 miles
  • 2025 – 145,290 miles
  • 2024 – 144,352 miles
  • 2023 – 143,769 miles
  • 2022 – 142,940 miles
  • 2020 – 141,277 miles
  • 2019 – 139,579 miles
  • 2018 – 135,642 miles
  • 2017 – 127,478 miles
  • 2016 – 116,524 miles
  • 2015 – 103,857 miles
  • 2014 – 94,596 miles
  • 2013 – 84,796 miles
  • 2012 – 70,296 miles
  • 2011 – 48,969 miles
  • 2010 – 36,564 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,749 miles
  • AdvisorySuspension components and sub frames corroded

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.

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,749 miles (+459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    145,749 miles
    Test number
    614167035151
    • AdvisorySuspension components and sub frames corroded

  2. Pass145,290 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    145,290 miles
    Test number
    540325164617
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear upper front inner suspension bush worn
    • AdvisorySuspension ball joint covers perished
    • AdvisorySuspension components and subframes corroded

  3. Fail145,290 miles (+938)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,290 miles
    Test number
    913270157887
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear upper front inner suspension bush worn
    • AdvisorySuspension ball joint covers perished
    • AdvisorySuspension components and subframes corroded

  4. Pass144,352 miles (+583)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    144,352 miles
    Test number
    237048284750
    • AdvisoryVery slight bind from brake o/s/f

  5. Pass143,769 miles (+829)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    143,769 miles
    Test number
    352735738182
    • AdvisoryAnti roll bar rubber covers perished
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension parts

  6. Pass142,940 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    142,940 miles
    Test number
    455857628404
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension parts and sub frames corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear suspension top inner bushes worn

  7. Fail142,940 miles (+1,663)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,940 miles
    Test number
    449858205629
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension parts and sub frames corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear suspension top inner bushes worn

  8. Pass141,277 miles (+1,698)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    141,277 miles
    Test number
    580809772042
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes worn and perished
    • AdvisorySlight blow on exhaust
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  9. Pass139,579 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    139,579 miles
    Test number
    582377155878
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes worn and perrished
    • AdvisorySlight blow from exhaust front pipe

  10. Fail139,579 miles (+3,937)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,579 miles
    Test number
    308356920842
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes worn and perrished
    • AdvisorySlight blow from exhaust front pipe

  11. Pass135,642 miles (+2,939)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    135,642 miles
    Test number
    500561881334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass132,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    132,703 miles
    Test number
    116999557721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail132,703 miles (+5,225)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,703 miles
    Test number
    284590063203
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass127,478 miles (+10,954)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    127,478 miles
    Test number
    175895083264
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wear

  15. Pass116,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    116,524 miles
    Test number
    958295260383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail116,524 miles (+12,667)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,524 miles
    Test number
    347583682075
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

  17. Pass103,857 miles (+9,261)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    103,857 miles
    Test number
    745243215159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass94,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    94,596 miles
    Test number
    179423894483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail94,596 miles (+9,800)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,596 miles
    Test number
    197363794061
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteBrake fluid level low
    • NoteRear brake discs very badly worn and pitted

  20. Pass84,796 miles (+886)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    84,796 miles
    Test number
    306566313100
    • NoteOff side front brake disc corroded on inner side

  21. Fail83,910 miles (+13,614)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,910 miles
    Test number
    447126463021
    • DangerousNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass70,296 miles (+21,327)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    70,296 miles
    Test number
    519164072083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteWipers are split but clean screen

  23. Pass48,969 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    48,969 miles
    Test number
    417686871024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail48,872 miles (+12,308)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,872 miles
    Test number
    129645071498
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

  25. Pass36,564 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    36,564 miles
    Test number
    124644200041
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about 779 DER

What vehicle is registration 779 DER currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 779 DER on a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 16 Jan 2007. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 779 DER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 779 DER is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on 779 DER?
The MOT on 779 DER is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 779 DER done?
779 DER was recorded at 145,749 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 6,741 miles a year.
Has 779 DER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 779 DER has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on 779 DER 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 779 DER find?
779 DER passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: suspension components and sub frames corroded.

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