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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,840 cc

F7 ARFMOT history

F7 ARF is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 28,387 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

F7 ARF blue 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 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
28,387 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,145 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F7 ARF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F7 ARF was last recorded at 28,387 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 176 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
28,211 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
176 miles
Average per year
1,145 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 28,387 miles
  • 2025 – 28,211 miles
  • 2024 – 27,483 miles
  • 2023 – 26,647 miles
  • 2022 – 26,339 miles
  • 2021 – 25,617 miles
  • 2020 – 25,396 miles
  • 2019 – 24,629 miles
  • 2018 – 24,103 miles
  • 2017 – 22,959 miles
  • 2016 – 22,638 miles
  • 2015 – 21,594 miles
  • 2014 – 20,674 miles
  • 2013 – 19,818 miles
  • 2012 – 18,850 miles
  • 2011 – 16,794 miles
  • 2010 – 15,196 miles
  • 2009 – 13,454 miles
  • 2008 – 9,063 miles
  • 2007 – 7,936 miles
  • 2006 – 5,501 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass28,387 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 sill slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear sill slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass28,387 miles (+176)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    28,387 miles
    Test number
    963012990689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass28,211 miles (+728)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    28,211 miles
    Test number
    257994877859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass27,483 miles (+836)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    27,483 miles
    Test number
    462366051362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass26,647 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    26,647 miles
    Test number
    554225862261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail26,628 miles (+289)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,628 miles
    Test number
    305556025955
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  6. Pass26,339 miles (+722)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    26,339 miles
    Test number
    249499397105
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front chassis arms
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass25,617 miles (+221)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    25,617 miles
    Test number
    425642066647
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front chassis arms (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass25,396 miles (+767)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    25,396 miles
    Test number
    717725518313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass24,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    24,629 miles
    Test number
    890354152250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail24,629 miles (+526)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,629 miles
    Test number
    187069494545
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass24,103 miles (+1,144)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    24,103 miles
    Test number
    478234442893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass22,959 miles (+321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    22,959 miles
    Test number
    925274357356
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  13. Pass22,638 miles (+1,044)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    22,638 miles
    Test number
    504990164280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass21,594 miles (+920)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    21,594 miles
    Test number
    179011645194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    20,674 miles
    Test number
    356113554180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail20,674 miles (+856)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,674 miles
    Test number
    359223554170
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  17. Pass19,818 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    19,818 miles
    Test number
    835116453167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail19,778 miles (+928)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,778 miles
    Test number
    389065553149
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • NoteOffside front tyre sidewalls and tread perished - suggest replace
  19. Pass18,850 miles (+2,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    18,850 miles
    Test number
    247797562467
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
  20. Pass16,794 miles (+1,598)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    16,794 miles
    Test number
    227323741148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,196 miles (+1,742)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    15,196 miles
    Test number
    784588340191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,454 miles (+4,391)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    13,454 miles
    Test number
    273640469434
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  23. Pass9,063 miles (+1,127)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    9,063 miles
    Test number
    431170758118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass7,936 miles (+2,435)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    7,936 miles
    Test number
    211546167126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass5,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    5,501 miles
    Test number
    934047056187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F7 ARF

Does F7 ARF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F7 ARF is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on F7 ARF?
The MOT on F7 ARF is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F7 ARF done?
F7 ARF was recorded at 28,387 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 1,145 miles a year.
Has F7 ARF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F7 ARF has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on F7 ARF 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 F7 ARF find?
F7 ARF passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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