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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1995 · 1,839 cc

CDE 14MOT history

CDE 14 is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 78,152 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

CDE 14 green 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 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
78,152 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,365 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
CDE 14
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

CDE 14 was last recorded at 78,152 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Aug 2006: 56,238 miles, lower than 501,275 miles on 19 Aug 2005.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
78,130 miles · 13 Mar 2020
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
1,365 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,152 miles
  • 2020 – 78,130 miles
  • 2019 – 77,664 miles
  • 2018 – 77,629 miles
  • 2014 – 76,678 miles
  • 2013 – 74,381 miles
  • 2012 – 70,671 miles
  • 2011 – 67,157 miles
  • 2010 – 65,967 miles
  • 2009 – 65,189 miles
  • 2008 – 63,964 miles
  • 2007 – 62,035 miles
  • 2006 – 56,238 miles
  • 2005 – 501,275 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,152 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material central to nearside rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • General under-body corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Suspension arm ball joint dust cover starting to deteriorate, both upper and lower, both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2005–2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,152 miles (+22)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    78,152 miles
    Test number
    408726986130
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass78,130 miles (+466)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    78,130 miles
    Test number
    264514145572
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to suspension components and underside vehicle in places

  3. Pass77,664 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    77,664 miles
    Test number
    838385134146
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material central to nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under-body corrosion
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover starting to deteriorate, both upper and lower, both sides

  4. Fail77,657 miles (+28)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,657 miles
    Test number
    244256653847
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner seal (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material central to nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under-body corrosion
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover starting to deteriorate, both upper and lower, both sides

  5. Pass77,629 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    77,629 miles
    Test number
    995265639763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail77,600 miles (+922)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,600 miles
    Test number
    702325571350
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  7. Pass76,678 miles (+2)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    76,678 miles
    Test number
    858143524242
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBrake pipes corrodeing
    • NoteHeavy surface corrosion on front & rear suspension arms.

  8. Fail76,676 miles (+2,295)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,676 miles
    Test number
    326861924292
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBrake pipes corrodeing
    • NoteHeavy surface corrosion on front & rear suspension arms.

  9. Pass74,381 miles (+3,710)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    74,381 miles
    Test number
    306106823445
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteBrake pipes corrodeing
    • NoteHeavy surface corrosion on suspension components

  10. Pass70,671 miles (+20)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    70,671 miles
    Test number
    897506712212
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteBrake pipes corroding
    • NoteSurface corrosion on suspension components

  11. Fail70,651 miles (+3,494)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,651 miles
    Test number
    206440112251
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteBrake pipes corroding
    • NoteSurface corrosion on suspension components

  12. Pass67,157 miles (+1,190)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    67,157 miles
    Test number
    397018711203
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteBrake pipes corroding
    • NoteSuspension components corroding

  13. Pass65,967 miles (+778)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    65,967 miles
    Test number
    813149300234
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteSuspension components corroding. brake pipes corroding.

  14. Pass65,189 miles (+1,225)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    65,189 miles
    Test number
    714550329264
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on edges,coil springs corroded, outer+innersills corroded,

  15. Pass63,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    63,964 miles
    Test number
    502298618216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail63,964 miles (+1,929)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,964 miles
    Test number
    903518718235
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteOutersills corroding,suspension components corroding,coil springs corroded,nearside front tyre wearing on edges

  17. Pass62,035 miles (+5,797)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    62,035 miles
    Test number
    534249917242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteOutersills corroding

  18. Pass56,238 miles (-445,037)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    56,238 miles
    Test number
    354012426416
    • NoteAdvise nsr tyre for outer tread depth

  19. Pass501,275 miles (+451,113)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    501,275 miles
    Test number
    774771235249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail50,162 miles1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,162 miles
    Test number
    953053025220
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Questions about CDE 14

What vehicle is registration CDE 14 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show CDE 14 on a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1995. 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 CDE 14 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on CDE 14 is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on CDE 14?
The MOT on CDE 14 is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has CDE 14 done?
CDE 14 was recorded at 78,152 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 1,365 miles a year.
Has CDE 14 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. CDE 14 has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on CDE 14 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Aug 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on CDE 14 find?
CDE 14 passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 8 advisories: front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside; front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body corrosion, and 5 more.

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