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Mazda MX-5

White · Petrol · 1997 · 1,839 cc

M5 RCNMOT history

M5 RCN is a white petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 11 Apr 1997. Its MOT expired on 2 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 109,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2022.

M5 RCN white Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Aug 2023
Mileage
109,603 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2022
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
941 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 RCN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
11 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 RCN was last recorded at 109,603 miles on 3 Aug 2022, 59 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,544 miles · 30 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
59 miles
Average per year
941 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 109,603 miles
  • 2021 – 109,544 miles
  • 2020 – 109,417 miles
  • 2019 – 108,595 miles
  • 2018 – 107,599 miles
  • 2017 – 106,851 miles
  • 2016 – 106,013 miles
  • 2015 – 105,297 miles
  • 2014 – 104,583 miles
  • 2013 – 103,579 miles
  • 2012 – 102,883 miles
  • 2011 – 101,890 miles
  • 2010 – 100,958 miles
  • 2009 – 99,072 miles
  • 2008 – 98,354 miles
  • 2007 – 96,950 miles
  • 2006 – 94,107 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,603 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  • AdvisoryFront washer jets partially blocked
  • AdvisoryMinor oil leak from gearbox area
  • AdvisoryO/s/f sill starting to corrode

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.

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • EXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • WASHER JETS PARTIALLY BLOCKED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Surface corrosion on rear discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,603 miles (+59)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    109,603 miles
    Test number
    947068927008
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront washer jets partially blocked
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak from gearbox area
    • AdvisoryO/s/f sill starting to corrode

  2. Pass109,544 miles (+127)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    109,544 miles
    Test number
    822651821371
    • AdvisoryBoth front windscreen washers partially blocked.
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded/ deteriorated in places.
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak from gearbox area.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both inner wheel arch areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass109,417 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    109,417 miles
    Test number
    180332366947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail109,416 miles (+821)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,416 miles
    Test number
    945045465811
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear marked yellow (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass108,595 miles (+996)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    108,595 miles
    Test number
    867619535150
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWashers poor

  6. Pass107,599 miles (+748)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    107,599 miles
    Test number
    233433464495
    • AdvisoryCHIP IN SCREEN
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFRONT TO REAR BRAKE PIPE CORRDED
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED ON SURFACES
    • AdvisoryWASHER JETS PARTIALLY BLOCKED

  7. Pass106,851 miles (+838)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    106,851 miles
    Test number
    179139606897
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS IN POOR CONDITION
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFRONT TO REAR BRAKE PIPE CORRODED
    • AdvisoryWASHER JETS PARTIALLY BLOCKED

  8. Pass106,013 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    106,013 miles
    Test number
    223476851240
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on rear discs

  9. Fail106,013 miles (+716)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,013 miles
    Test number
    955967087543
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on rear discs

  10. Pass105,297 miles (+714)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    105,297 miles
    Test number
    898337475002
    • NoteSlight damage to both chassis rails (middle of car)
    • NoteSurface corrosion on all suspension arms front and rear

  11. Pass104,583 miles (+1,004)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    104,583 miles
    Test number
    546484264050
    • NoteRear discs have surface corrosion

  12. Pass103,579 miles (+696)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    103,579 miles
    Test number
    316223273043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBody side sills starting to show surface rust

  13. Pass102,883 miles (+993)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    102,883 miles
    Test number
    116232082049
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteMist of oil around engine and gearbox
    • NoteSurface corrosion on underside of vehicle
    • NoteSurface rus on rear brake discs
    • NoteSurface rust forming on o/s outter sill

  14. Pass101,890 miles (+932)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    101,890 miles
    Test number
    615243881097
    • NoteCorrosion starting o/s rear outer sill

  15. Pass100,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    100,958 miles
    Test number
    744256470025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail100,958 miles (+1,886)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,958 miles
    Test number
    442395970070
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass99,072 miles (+718)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    99,072 miles
    Test number
    381736579047
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  18. Pass98,354 miles (+1,404)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    98,354 miles
    Test number
    900120188005
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  19. Pass96,950 miles (+2,843)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    96,950 miles
    Test number
    901283837007
    • AdvisoryCentre Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass94,107 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    94,107 miles
    Test number
    821086046069
    • NoteFuel cap sealing but broken

Questions about M5 RCN

Does M5 RCN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M5 RCN expired on 2 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M5 RCN?
The MOT on M5 RCN expired on 2 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M5 RCN done?
M5 RCN was recorded at 109,603 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2022, an average of 941 miles a year.
Has M5 RCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 RCN has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on M5 RCN 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 RCN find?
M5 RCN passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2022 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; exhaust corroded, and 3 more.

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