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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,839 cc

M5 MUEMOT history

M5 MUE is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 38,045 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

M5 MUE red Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
38,045 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,415 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 MUE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 MUE was last recorded at 38,045 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 1,292 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,753 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,292 miles
Average per year
1,415 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 38,045 miles
  • 2024 – 36,753 miles
  • 2023 – 35,413 miles
  • 2022 – 35,034 miles
  • 2021 – 34,005 miles
  • 2020 – 33,973 miles
  • 2018 – 32,602 miles
  • 2017 – 31,865 miles
  • 2016 – 30,605 miles
  • 2015 – 29,187 miles
  • 2014 – 27,359 miles
  • 2013 – 25,824 miles
  • 2012 – 24,148 miles
  • 2011 – 22,103 miles
  • 2010 – 20,549 miles
  • 2009 – 18,838 miles
  • 2008 – 16,422 miles
  • 2007 – 14,209 miles
  • 2006 – 10,715 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass38,045 miles
  • AdvisoryAll Underside Coated In Protection

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 has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass38,045 miles (+1,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    38,045 miles
    Test number
    985755841334
    • AdvisoryAll Underside Coated In Protection

  2. Pass36,753 miles (+75)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    36,753 miles
    Test number
    467000521740
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass36,678 miles (+1,265)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    36,678 miles
    Test number
    773868774689
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe and all suspension arms corroded / undersealed but pealing (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside lags behind offside (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass35,413 miles (+379)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    35,413 miles
    Test number
    811059747145
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass35,034 miles (+1,029)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    35,034 miles
    Test number
    943379412792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass34,005 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    34,005 miles
    Test number
    128071371893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail33,997 miles (+24)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,997 miles
    Test number
    389884617965
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail33,973 miles (+1,371)1 dangerous16 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,973 miles
    Test number
    281509978588
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength marked with yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced marked with yellow chalk (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength marked with yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced marked with yellow chalk (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll under side component/All prescribed areas corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass32,602 miles (+737)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    32,602 miles
    Test number
    333309462128
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both uncovered parts of front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides rear outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass31,865 miles (+1,260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    31,865 miles
    Test number
    518341801807
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both uncovered parts of front to rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides rear outer sills (5.2.6)

  11. Pass30,605 miles (+1,418)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    30,605 miles
    Test number
    577700619602
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass29,187 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    29,187 miles
    Test number
    543622919009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail29,187 miles (+1,828)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,187 miles
    Test number
    858470311450
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass27,359 miles (+1,535)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    27,359 miles
    Test number
    349863104440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,824 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    25,824 miles
    Test number
    309894603206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail25,771 miles (+1,623)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,771 miles
    Test number
    615197893191
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass24,148 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    24,148 miles
    Test number
    938167802288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail24,145 miles (+2,042)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,145 miles
    Test number
    788926602220
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has signs of deterioration/cuts in outer wall

  19. Pass22,103 miles (+1,554)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,103 miles
    Test number
    867812901271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,549 miles (+1,711)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    20,549 miles
    Test number
    670232000244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,838 miles (+2,416)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    18,838 miles
    Test number
    914246799162
    • NoteBoth front tyres have cracking in tread

  22. Pass16,422 miles (+2,213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    16,422 miles
    Test number
    233221718227
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  23. Pass14,209 miles (+3,494)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    14,209 miles
    Test number
    764741917226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass10,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    10,715 miles
    Test number
    340522816218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass10,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    10,715 miles
    Test number
    194140116236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 MUE

Does M5 MUE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 MUE is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on M5 MUE?
The MOT on M5 MUE is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 MUE done?
M5 MUE was recorded at 38,045 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 1,415 miles a year.
Has M5 MUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 MUE has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on M5 MUE 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 M5 MUE find?
M5 MUE passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: all underside coated in protection.

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