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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

M44 MXVMOT history

M44 MXV is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 171,647 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

M44 MXV black Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
171,647 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,890 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M44 MXV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M44 MXV was last recorded at 171,647 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,647 miles · 2 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,890 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,647 miles
  • 2025 – 169,808 miles
  • 2024 – 164,327 miles
  • 2022 – 159,904 miles
  • 2021 – 158,414 miles
  • 2020 – 155,185 miles
  • 2019 – 152,124 miles
  • 2018 – 147,059 miles
  • 2017 – 135,565 miles
  • 2016 – 121,976 miles
  • 2014 – 109,030 miles
  • 2013 – 107,886 miles
  • 2012 – 101,740 miles
  • 2011 – 96,943 miles
  • 2010 – 92,952 miles
  • 2009 – 89,544 miles
  • 2008 – 85,319 miles
  • 2007 – 74,296 miles
  • 2006 – 60,917 miles
  • 2005 – 51,672 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,647 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • All 4 shock absorbers and springs fitted with covers making them impossible to examine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn slightly on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn slightly on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Electrical wiring slightly deteriorated battery negative cable

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,647 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    171,647 miles
    Test number
    474701722538
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail171,647 miles (+1,839)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,647 miles
    Test number
    797560710387
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass169,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    169,808 miles
    Test number
    763798660516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail169,808 miles (+5,481)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,808 miles
    Test number
    195419553381
    • DangerousRear Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass164,327 miles (+4,423)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    164,327 miles
    Test number
    231504876385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass159,904 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    159,904 miles
    Test number
    516531291885
    • AdvisoryAll 4 shock absorbers and springs fitted with covers making them impossible to examine

  7. Fail159,901 miles (+1,487)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,901 miles
    Test number
    619547135210
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Test abandoned (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases At centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 shock absorbers and springs fitted with covers making them impossible to examine
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre low on tread and badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low on tread and badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass158,414 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    158,414 miles
    Test number
    101999915196
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Electrical wiring slightly deteriorated battery negative cable (4.11 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn slightly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn slightly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail158,414 miles (+3,229)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,414 miles
    Test number
    162595790282
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Electrical wiring slightly deteriorated battery negative cable (4.11 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn slightly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn slightly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass155,185 miles (+3,061)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    155,185 miles
    Test number
    325183190059
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  11. Pass152,124 miles (+5,065)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    152,124 miles
    Test number
    792672991901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass147,059 miles (+11,494)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    147,059 miles
    Test number
    382578473845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass135,565 miles (+13,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    135,565 miles
    Test number
    155797246734
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass121,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    121,976 miles
    Test number
    680560577048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail121,976 miles (+12,946)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,976 miles
    Test number
    123428323028
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

  16. Pass109,030 miles (+1,144)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    109,030 miles
    Test number
    445324814436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteO/s/rear tyre wall cracking

  17. Pass107,886 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    107,886 miles
    Test number
    939518593293
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perishing no cords or bulges

  18. Fail107,886 miles (+6,146)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,886 miles
    Test number
    365428493460
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perishing no cords or bulges

  19. Pass101,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    101,740 miles
    Test number
    977234412357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail101,740 miles (+4,797)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,740 miles
    Test number
    467508102364
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass96,943 miles (+3,991)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    96,943 miles
    Test number
    776628201366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass92,952 miles (+3,408)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    92,952 miles
    Test number
    291517470255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass89,544 miles (+4,225)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    89,544 miles
    Test number
    302316199268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass85,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    85,319 miles
    Test number
    481863008435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail85,319 miles (+11,023)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,319 miles
    Test number
    144261608349
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass74,296 miles (+13,379)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    74,296 miles
    Test number
    460770497257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass60,917 miles (+9,245)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    60,917 miles
    Test number
    274384096276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass51,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    51,672 miles
    Test number
    840184895289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M44 MXV

Does M44 MXV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M44 MXV is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on M44 MXV?
The MOT on M44 MXV is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M44 MXV done?
M44 MXV was recorded at 171,647 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 5,890 miles a year.
Has M44 MXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M44 MXV has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on M44 MXV 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 M44 MXV find?
M44 MXV passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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