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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1992 · 1,597 cc

J571 HCAMOT history

J571 HCA is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 14 May 1992. Its MOT expired on 18 May 2015 and it has passed 8 of 15 MOT tests, with 141,792 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2021.

J571 HCA black Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 May 2015
Mileage
141,792 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2021
MOT tests
15
8 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,772 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J571 HCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
14 May 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 May 2015
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

J571 HCA was last recorded at 141,792 miles on 3 Nov 2021, 286 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2014.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,506 miles · 19 May 2014
Between the last two tests
286 miles
Average per year
1,772 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 141,792 miles
  • 2014 – 141,506 miles
  • 2012 – 139,374 miles
  • 2011 – 135,068 miles
  • 2010 – 129,521 miles
  • 2009 – 122,389 miles
  • 2008 – 122,274 miles
  • 2006 – 121,955 miles
  • 2005 – 112,743 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail141,792 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Steering locking device missing Track rod end split pin (2.1.3 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component insecurely attached Ball joint split pin missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering locking device missing Track rod end split pin (2.1.3 (d))
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component insecurely attached Ball joint split pin missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

15 tests since 14 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail141,792 miles (+286)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,792 miles
    Test number
    817488484514
    • MajorNearside Front Steering locking device missing Track rod end split pin (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component insecurely attached Ball joint split pin missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering locking device missing Track rod end split pin (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component insecurely attached Ball joint split pin missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass141,506 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    141,506 miles
    Test number
    169389934130
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteFront subframe corroded
    • NoteRear subframe corroded

  3. Fail141,506 miles (+2,132)2 dangerous8 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,506 miles
    Test number
    858358144006
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront sub frame corroded
    • NoteRear sub frame corroded

  4. Pass139,374 miles (+84)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    139,374 miles
    Test number
    296370622384
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  5. Fail139,290 miles (+4,222)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,290 miles
    Test number
    345164112368
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  6. Pass135,068 miles (+3)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    135,068 miles
    Test number
    218552231331
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Note**EXTENSIVE WELDING REPAIRS CARRIED OUT , SERVICEABLE AT TIM OF TEST**
    • NoteALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
    • NoteALL SUSPENSION RUBBER BUSHES DETERIATED
    • NoteFUEL PIPES CORRODED
    • NoteWASHER BOTTLE SUPPORT BRACKET CORRODED WASHER BOTTLE INSECURE

  7. Fail135,065 miles (+5,544)6 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,065 miles
    Test number
    766690421308
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
    • NoteALL SUSPENSION RUBBER BUSHES DETERIATED
    • NoteFUEL PIPES CORRODED
    • NoteWASHER BOTTLE SUPPORT BRACKET CORRODED WASHER BOTTLE INSECURE

  8. Pass129,521 miles (+54)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    129,521 miles
    Test number
    362141420351
    • NoteSOME SUFACE CORROSION OF ALL UNDER BODY PANALS & FRONT & REAR STEERING/SUSPENSION COMPONANTS (ITEMS SERVICEABLE AT TIME OF TEST)

  9. Fail129,467 miles (+7,078)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,467 miles
    Test number
    204169610324
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteSOME SUFACE CORROSION OF ALL UNDER BODY PANALS & FRONT & REAR STEERING/SUSPENSION COMPONANTS (ITEMS SERVICEABLE AT TIME OF TEST)

  10. Pass122,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    122,389 miles
    Test number
    680154329383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail122,389 miles (+81)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,389 miles
    Test number
    924997219394
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  12. Fail122,308 miles (+34)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,308 miles
    Test number
    972840799287
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front 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 brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass122,274 miles (+319)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    122,274 miles
    Test number
    171842778159
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth front flexy brake hoses ferrals rusty
    • NoteFront sub frame has surfice rust on it
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has slight cracks on the tread

  14. Pass121,955 miles (+9,212)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    121,955 miles
    Test number
    181914526106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass112,743 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    112,743 miles
    Test number
    913015265143
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about J571 HCA

Does J571 HCA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J571 HCA expired on 18 May 2015, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J571 HCA?
The MOT on J571 HCA expired on 18 May 2015. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J571 HCA done?
J571 HCA was recorded at 141,792 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2021, an average of 1,772 miles a year.
Has J571 HCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J571 HCA has failed 7 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on J571 HCA 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 J571 HCA find?
J571 HCA failed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2021 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front steering locking device missing track rod end split pin; nearside front upper suspension component insecurely attached ball joint split pin missing; offside front steering locking device missing track rod end split pin, and 11 more.

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