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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

F7 AHFMOT history

F7 AHF is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 54,888 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

F7 AHF 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 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
54,888 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,289 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F7 AHF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F7 AHF was last recorded at 54,888 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 1,617 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Apr 2016: 33,833 miles, lower than 363,664 miles on 15 Mar 2016.

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
53,271 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,617 miles
Average per year
2,289 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,888 miles
  • 2025 – 53,271 miles
  • 2024 – 48,288 miles
  • 2023 – 48,279 miles
  • 2022 – 42,894 miles
  • 2021 – 40,986 miles
  • 2019 – 39,827 miles
  • 2018 – 37,809 miles
  • 2017 – 35,319 miles
  • 2016 – 33,833 miles
  • 2015 – 31,170 miles
  • 2014 – 28,001 miles
  • 2013 – 25,208 miles
  • 2012 – 22,947 miles
  • 2011 – 20,575 miles
  • 2010 – 18,128 miles
  • 2009 – 15,620 miles
  • 2008 – 13,270 miles
  • 2007 – 10,846 miles
  • 2006 – 8,161 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,888 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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,888 miles (+1,617)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    54,888 miles
    Test number
    294953559753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass53,271 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    53,271 miles
    Test number
    164893740835
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndersealed

  3. Fail53,258 miles (+4,970)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,258 miles
    Test number
    164345482018
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill back plate (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass48,288 miles (+9)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    48,288 miles
    Test number
    222213618931
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear offside rear inner wheel arch slight corrosion, not significantly weakened
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  5. Fail48,279 miles (+5,385)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,279 miles
    Test number
    775497971501
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear offside rear inner wheel arch slight corrosion, not significantly weakened
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  6. Pass42,894 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    42,894 miles
    Test number
    531004397684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail42,839 miles (+1,853)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,839 miles
    Test number
    347383934875
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sealing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass40,986 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    40,986 miles
    Test number
    313278308508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail40,985 miles (+1,158)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,985 miles
    Test number
    507313741102
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass39,827 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    39,827 miles
    Test number
    677054238185
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail39,827 miles (+2,018)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,827 miles
    Test number
    674271954944
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake pipe leaking on an air braking system across rear axle (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass37,809 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    37,809 miles
    Test number
    948778382031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail37,803 miles (+2,484)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,803 miles
    Test number
    517904628633
    • 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)

  14. Pass35,319 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    35,319 miles
    Test number
    594419097305
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail35,319 miles (+1,486)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,319 miles
    Test number
    840695028411
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass33,833 miles (-329,831)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    33,833 miles
    Test number
    875767531416
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass363,664 miles (+332,494)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    363,664 miles
    Test number
    918125484549
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass31,170 miles (+3,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    31,170 miles
    Test number
    655557095043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass28,001 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    28,001 miles
    Test number
    426748994074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail27,904 miles (+2,696)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,904 miles
    Test number
    979387184068
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  21. Pass25,208 miles (+2,261)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    25,208 miles
    Test number
    295606483038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,947 miles (+2,372)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    22,947 miles
    Test number
    925910392042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    20,575 miles
    Test number
    817637281090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail20,575 miles (+2,447)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,575 miles
    Test number
    188627981455
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass18,128 miles (+2,508)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    18,128 miles
    Test number
    134488080091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass15,620 miles (+2,350)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    15,620 miles
    Test number
    364815689002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass13,270 miles (+2,424)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    13,270 miles
    Test number
    160758688027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass10,846 miles (+2,685)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    10,846 miles
    Test number
    674762487092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass8,161 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    8,161 miles
    Test number
    994390786001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about F7 AHF

Does F7 AHF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F7 AHF is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on F7 AHF?
The MOT on F7 AHF is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F7 AHF done?
F7 AHF was recorded at 54,888 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 2,289 miles a year.
Has F7 AHF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F7 AHF has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on F7 AHF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Apr 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on F7 AHF find?
F7 AHF passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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