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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

C8 TSMMOT history

C8 TSM is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Nov 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 65,642 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

C8 TSM red 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 15 Nov 2027
Mileage
65,642 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,706 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 TSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 TSM was last recorded at 65,642 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 2,116 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,526 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,116 miles
Average per year
1,706 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,642 miles
  • 2025 – 63,526 miles
  • 2024 – 58,873 miles
  • 2023 – 57,426 miles
  • 2022 – 51,085 miles
  • 2021 – 50,828 miles
  • 2020 – 50,564 miles
  • 2019 – 50,285 miles
  • 2018 – 49,873 miles
  • 2017 – 49,620 miles
  • 2016 – 49,131 miles
  • 2015 – 48,579 miles
  • 2014 – 48,111 miles
  • 2013 – 47,224 miles
  • 2012 – 45,877 miles
  • 2011 – 44,714 miles
  • 2010 – 43,036 miles
  • 2009 – 41,697 miles
  • 2008 – 39,283 miles
  • 2007 – 37,183 miles
  • 2006 – 30,701 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,642 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,642 miles (+2,116)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    65,642 miles
    Test number
    215533887903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass63,526 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    63,526 miles
    Test number
    747177231959
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge replace asap (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail63,525 miles (+4,652)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,525 miles
    Test number
    874756172128
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge replace asap (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass58,873 miles (+1,447)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    58,873 miles
    Test number
    886210527542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass57,426 miles (+6,341)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    57,426 miles
    Test number
    501934046965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass51,085 miles (+257)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    51,085 miles
    Test number
    873804697275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass50,828 miles (+264)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    50,828 miles
    Test number
    598948812752
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass50,564 miles (+279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    50,564 miles
    Test number
    321146935994
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass50,285 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    50,285 miles
    Test number
    923507103134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail50,285 miles (+412)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,285 miles
    Test number
    823926117357
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass49,873 miles (+253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    49,873 miles
    Test number
    843098205591
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass49,620 miles (+489)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    49,620 miles
    Test number
    313985305261
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded

  13. Pass49,131 miles (+552)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    49,131 miles
    Test number
    623060963832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,579 miles (+468)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    48,579 miles
    Test number
    534840856557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,111 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    48,111 miles
    Test number
    645495414321
    • NoteTyres cracking

  16. Fail48,107 miles (+883)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,107 miles
    Test number
    635534514365
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteTyres cracking

  17. Pass47,224 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    47,224 miles
    Test number
    788966713375
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  18. Fail47,224 miles (+1,347)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,224 miles
    Test number
    957126613387
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  19. Pass45,877 miles (+1,163)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    45,877 miles
    Test number
    355490812311
    • NoteLower rear wheel arches/end of sill have some corrosion but not affecting the structure of the vehicle

  20. Pass44,714 miles (+1,678)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    44,714 miles
    Test number
    368892811374
    • NoteOffside sill corroded

  21. Pass43,036 miles (+1,339)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    43,036 miles
    Test number
    403556100389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,697 miles (+2,414)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    41,697 miles
    Test number
    102528709323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,283 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    39,283 miles
    Test number
    883445718383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    39,264 miles
    Test number
    523287008201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail39,264 miles (+2,081)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,264 miles
    Test number
    852487908281
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  26. Fail37,183 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,183 miles
    Test number
    963260927387
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteN/s rear brake pipe corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  27. Pass37,183 miles (+6,482)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    37,183 miles
    Test number
    971220427365
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteN/s rear brake pipe corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  28. Pass30,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    30,701 miles
    Test number
    651497716192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 TSM

Does C8 TSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 TSM is valid until 15 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 TSM?
The MOT on C8 TSM is valid until 15 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 TSM done?
C8 TSM was recorded at 65,642 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 1,706 miles a year.
Has C8 TSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 TSM has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on C8 TSM 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 TSM find?
C8 TSM passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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