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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

G980 PAMMOT history

G980 PAM is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 25 Jul 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 88,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

G980 PAM 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 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
88,148 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G980 PAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
25 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

G980 PAM was last recorded at 88,148 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,145 miles · 2 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,148 miles
  • 2025 – 87,343 miles
  • 2024 – 86,629 miles
  • 2023 – 85,444 miles
  • 2021 – 84,395 miles
  • 2020 – 83,441 miles
  • 2019 – 82,151 miles
  • 2018 – 81,043 miles
  • 2017 – 80,236 miles
  • 2016 – 78,267 miles
  • 2015 – 76,515 miles
  • 2014 – 73,955 miles
  • 2013 – 70,987 miles
  • 2012 – 68,862 miles
  • 2011 – 65,724 miles
  • 2010 – 62,334 miles
  • 2009 – 58,343 miles
  • 2008 – 54,744 miles
  • 2007 – 44,557 miles
  • 2006 – 31,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,148 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Central Rear Upper Spare tyre defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • O/s and n/s rear subframe and upper and lower wishbones corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass88,148 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    88,148 miles
    Test number
    361526362374
    • 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 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail88,145 miles (+802)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,145 miles
    Test number
    850784797720
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed major exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box top of box corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass87,343 miles (+714)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    87,343 miles
    Test number
    761495912356
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass86,629 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    86,629 miles
    Test number
    685276971218
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail86,629 miles (+1,185)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,629 miles
    Test number
    834710151228
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass85,444 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    85,444 miles
    Test number
    773259066397
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Spare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear subframe and upper and lower wishbones corroded

  7. Fail85,443 miles (+1,048)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,443 miles
    Test number
    636909324279
    • DangerousCentral Front Lower Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg inside wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg inside wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Spare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear subframe and upper and lower wishbones corroded

  8. Pass84,395 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    84,395 miles
    Test number
    564619883118
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR OUTER SILL GETTING WEAK WITH CORROSION.
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail84,388 miles (+947)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,388 miles
    Test number
    946317368948
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR OUTER SILL GETTING WEAK WITH CORROSION.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass83,441 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,441 miles
    Test number
    942418751872
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear all rear bushes are perished (no movement or play)

  11. Fail83,441 miles (+1,290)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,441 miles
    Test number
    651442950154
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear all rear bushes are perished (no movement or play)

  12. Pass82,151 miles (+1,108)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    82,151 miles
    Test number
    549131967351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis Rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Sill slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis Rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sill slight corrosion

  13. Pass81,043 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    81,043 miles
    Test number
    884072053973
    • AdvisoryFront Inner BOTH DISCS SURFACES CORRODED.

  14. Fail81,040 miles (+804)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,040 miles
    Test number
    742911601861
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases BETWEEN JOINT OF CENTRE AND REAR SILENCER. (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner BOTH DISCS SURFACES CORRODED.

  15. Pass80,236 miles (+4)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    80,236 miles
    Test number
    793574698039
    • AdvisoryAll 4 Tyres Cracked and Perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Fail80,232 miles (+1,965)2 failures1 repaired12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,232 miles
    Test number
    826693479633
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 Tyres Cracked and Perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  17. Pass78,267 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    78,267 miles
    Test number
    138376464064
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  18. Fail78,262 miles (+1,747)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,262 miles
    Test number
    187133839306
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  19. Pass76,515 miles (+2,560)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    76,515 miles
    Test number
    695902225075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass73,955 miles (+2,968)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    73,955 miles
    Test number
    117483224475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass70,987 miles (+2,125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    70,987 miles
    Test number
    675087813001
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass68,862 miles (+3,138)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    68,862 miles
    Test number
    817696812099
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing slightly.

  23. Pass65,724 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    65,724 miles
    Test number
    597207111043
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted and corroded
    • NoteFront wipers starting to smear
    • NoteO/s/f and o/s/r tyre sidewalls cracked

  24. Fail65,724 miles (+3,390)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,724 miles
    Test number
    896297911046
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted and corroded
    • NoteFront wipers starting to smear
    • NoteO/s/f and o/s/r tyre sidewalls cracked

  25. Fail62,334 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,334 miles
    Test number
    173758110456
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  26. Pass62,334 miles (+3,991)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    62,334 miles
    Test number
    802448810076
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  27. Pass58,343 miles (+3,599)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    58,343 miles
    Test number
    351890429045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass54,744 miles (+10,187)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    54,744 miles
    Test number
    711147798184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass44,557 miles (+13,213)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    44,557 miles
    Test number
    203754397152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass31,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    31,344 miles
    Test number
    361167506252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about G980 PAM

Does G980 PAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on G980 PAM is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on G980 PAM?
The MOT on G980 PAM is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has G980 PAM done?
G980 PAM was recorded at 88,148 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 2,883 miles a year.
Has G980 PAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G980 PAM has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on G980 PAM 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 G980 PAM find?
G980 PAM passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill; offside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill, and 2 more.

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