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Mazda MX-5

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,840 cc

C8 THXMOT history

C8 THX is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 24 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 9 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 31,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

C8 THX grey 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 Dec 2026
Mileage
31,456 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
920 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 THX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
24 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 THX was last recorded at 31,456 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 447 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
31,009 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
447 miles
Average per year
920 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 31,456 miles
  • 2024 – 31,009 miles
  • 2023 – 30,910 miles
  • 2022 – 30,832 miles
  • 2021 – 30,627 miles
  • 2020 – 30,347 miles
  • 2019 – 29,826 miles
  • 2018 – 29,535 miles
  • 2017 – 28,824 miles
  • 2016 – 27,959 miles
  • 2015 – 27,624 miles
  • 2014 – 27,146 miles
  • 2013 – 26,441 miles
  • 2012 – 26,390 miles
  • 2011 – 25,689 miles
  • 2010 – 23,261 miles
  • 2009 – 20,943 miles
  • 2008 – 17,886 miles
  • 2007 – 14,987 miles
  • 2006 – 13,368 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass31,456 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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • EML on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass31,456 miles (+447)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    31,456 miles
    Test number
    573369766897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass31,009 miles (+99)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    31,009 miles
    Test number
    459914808275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass30,910 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    30,910 miles
    Test number
    164329312555
    • AdvisoryEML on

  4. Fail30,905 miles (+73)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,905 miles
    Test number
    803731113568
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryEML on

  5. Pass30,832 miles (+43)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    30,832 miles
    Test number
    874519731917
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass30,789 miles (+162)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    30,789 miles
    Test number
    310976175137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass30,627 miles (+280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    30,627 miles
    Test number
    151455270932
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  8. Pass30,347 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    30,347 miles
    Test number
    683247272838
    • AdvisoryAll suspension corroded

  9. Fail30,347 miles (+521)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,347 miles
    Test number
    579691991123
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension corroded

  10. Pass29,826 miles (+291)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    29,826 miles
    Test number
    573733022277
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass29,535 miles (+711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    29,535 miles
    Test number
    347280531337
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres perished

  12. Pass28,824 miles (+865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    28,824 miles
    Test number
    449422342826
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass27,959 miles (+335)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    27,959 miles
    Test number
    673399261932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,624 miles (+478)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    27,624 miles
    Test number
    978507515081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,146 miles (+705)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    27,146 miles
    Test number
    175758514476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,441 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    26,441 miles
    Test number
    139226923443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail26,390 miles (+701)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,390 miles
    Test number
    199515212380
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteFront discs corroded on inner faces
    • NoteRear silencer joint coroded

  18. Pass25,689 miles (+2,428)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    25,689 miles
    Test number
    795909811317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,261 miles (+356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    23,261 miles
    Test number
    361236730337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass22,905 miles (+1,962)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    22,905 miles
    Test number
    132887300158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,943 miles (+3,057)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    20,943 miles
    Test number
    294785009109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail17,886 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,886 miles
    Test number
    233360108495
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass17,886 miles (+2,899)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    17,886 miles
    Test number
    612250708197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,987 miles (+1,619)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    14,987 miles
    Test number
    440926407110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass13,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    13,368 miles
    Test number
    734241496013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail13,368 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,368 miles
    Test number
    404241996005
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about C8 THX

Does C8 THX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 THX is valid until 9 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on C8 THX?
The MOT on C8 THX is valid until 9 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 THX done?
C8 THX was recorded at 31,456 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 920 miles a year.
Has C8 THX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 THX has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on C8 THX 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 C8 THX find?
C8 THX passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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