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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1994 · 1,839 cc

B20 OBYMOT history

B20 OBY is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 10 Mar 1994. Its MOT expired on 15 Apr 2025 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 96,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2024.

B20 OBY 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 15 Apr 2025
Mileage
96,468 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2024
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B20 OBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
10 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

B20 OBY was last recorded at 96,468 miles on 16 Apr 2024, 80 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,388 miles · 17 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
80 miles
Average per year
976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 96,468 miles
  • 2022 – 96,388 miles
  • 2020 – 96,205 miles
  • 2019 – 96,195 miles
  • 2015 – 95,991 miles
  • 2014 – 95,487 miles
  • 2013 – 94,985 miles
  • 2011 – 94,445 miles
  • 2010 – 94,007 miles
  • 2009 – 92,250 miles
  • 2008 – 89,225 miles
  • 2007 – 84,546 miles
  • 2006 – 78,996 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,468 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material /rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing /rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryWheel arches 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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All around

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • All around wheel arches slightly corroded but not likely to cause injury or a sharp edge/ projection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • All brake pipes rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • All under body rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,468 miles (+80)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    96,468 miles
    Test number
    416825168425
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material /rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing /rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel arches corroded

  2. Pass96,388 miles (+183)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    96,388 miles
    Test number
    343652285620
    • AdvisoryAll around wheel arches slightly corroded but not likely to cause injury or a sharp edge/ projection
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All around (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under body and suspension slightly corroded but not seriously affecting its strength or causing a sharp edge/ projection (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass96,205 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    96,205 miles
    Test number
    649999896393
    • AdvisoryAll around wheel arches slightly corroded but not likely to cause injury or a sharp edge/ projection
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All around (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under body and multiple suspension components corroded but not seriously effecting its strength causing a sharp edge or projection (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass96,195 miles (+204)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    96,195 miles
    Test number
    216706806787
    • AdvisoryAll wheel arches corroded but not seriously effecting its strength causing a sharp edge or projection
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All around (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under body and multiple suspension components corroded but not seriously effecting its strength causing causing a sharp edge or projection (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass95,991 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    95,991 miles
    Test number
    401142139724
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes rusty
    • AdvisoryAll under body rusty
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted at time of test

  6. Fail95,988 miles (+501)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,988 miles
    Test number
    698787175732
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes rusty
    • AdvisoryAll under body rusty

  7. Pass95,487 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    95,487 miles
    Test number
    395658004073
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  8. Fail95,487 miles (+502)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,487 miles
    Test number
    737644904071
    • FailureFront Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  9. Pass94,985 miles (+540)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    94,985 miles
    Test number
    699025103025
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  10. Pass94,445 miles (+438)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    94,445 miles
    Test number
    489435861309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  11. Pass94,007 miles (+1,757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    94,007 miles
    Test number
    120447910365
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  12. Pass92,250 miles (+3,025)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    92,250 miles
    Test number
    131399159296
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight binding at n/s front brake
    • NoteSurface corrosion at underside of vehicle treat with waxoil

  13. Pass89,225 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    89,225 miles
    Test number
    791004578212
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteN/s front tyre wearing on inner edges

  14. Fail89,225 miles (+4,679)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,225 miles
    Test number
    710953878257
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteN/s front tyre wearing on inner edges

  15. Pass84,546 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    84,546 miles
    Test number
    830922597199
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail84,546 miles (+5,550)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,546 miles
    Test number
    641691897144
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass78,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    78,996 miles
    Test number
    283513756442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail78,996 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,996 miles
    Test number
    941014746181
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about B20 OBY

Does B20 OBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B20 OBY expired on 15 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B20 OBY?
The MOT on B20 OBY expired on 15 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B20 OBY done?
B20 OBY was recorded at 96,468 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2024, an average of 976 miles a year.
Has B20 OBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B20 OBY has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2015.
Has the mileage on B20 OBY 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 B20 OBY find?
B20 OBY passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2024 with 5 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material /rear; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing /rear, and 2 more.

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