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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 1,598 cc

R201 DBMMOT history

R201 DBM is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 14 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 115,402 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

R201 DBM green 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 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
115,402 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,382 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R201 DBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
14 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R201 DBM was last recorded at 115,402 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 51 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,351 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
51 miles
Average per year
1,382 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,402 miles
  • 2025 – 115,351 miles
  • 2024 – 115,245 miles
  • 2023 – 115,093 miles
  • 2022 – 114,604 miles
  • 2021 – 113,969 miles
  • 2020 – 113,169 miles
  • 2019 – 112,906 miles
  • 2018 – 111,972 miles
  • 2017 – 111,364 miles
  • 2016 – 111,033 miles
  • 2015 – 110,781 miles
  • 2014 – 105,939 miles
  • 2013 – 103,328 miles
  • 2012 – 101,257 miles
  • 2011 – 99,317 miles
  • 2010 – 97,523 miles
  • 2009 – 95,262 miles
  • 2008 – 93,387 miles
  • 2007 – 91,331 miles
  • 2005 – 86,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,402 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak Matrix pipe
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass115,402 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    115,402 miles
    Test number
    539651326707
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Matrix pipe
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail115,402 miles (+51)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,402 miles
    Test number
    809141066812
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Matrix pipe
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass115,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    115,351 miles
    Test number
    448783501871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail115,342 miles (+97)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,342 miles
    Test number
    568117720405
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass115,245 miles (+152)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    115,245 miles
    Test number
    758823770551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass115,093 miles (+489)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    115,093 miles
    Test number
    638206958397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass114,604 miles (+635)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    114,604 miles
    Test number
    302250845449
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass113,969 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    113,969 miles
    Test number
    161924794896
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded

  9. Fail113,969 miles (+800)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,969 miles
    Test number
    431631777580
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded

  10. Pass113,169 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    113,169 miles
    Test number
    724681577210
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear and across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious steering and suspension components corroded

  11. Fail113,169 miles (+263)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,169 miles
    Test number
    787194806460
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear and across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious steering and suspension components corroded

  12. Pass112,906 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    112,906 miles
    Test number
    527424334949
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail112,906 miles (+934)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,906 miles
    Test number
    844638500453
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass111,972 miles (+608)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    111,972 miles
    Test number
    542386960898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass111,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    111,364 miles
    Test number
    152972202107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail111,364 miles (+331)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,364 miles
    Test number
    363740056668
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (5.2.6)

  17. Pass111,033 miles (+252)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    111,033 miles
    Test number
    845452462534
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r outer body sill corroded

  18. Pass110,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    110,781 miles
    Test number
    162435335875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail110,781 miles (+4,842)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,781 miles
    Test number
    343052831061
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

  20. Pass105,939 miles (+20)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    105,939 miles
    Test number
    159843654236
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteO/s/r outer sill corroded

  21. Fail105,919 miles (+2,591)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,919 miles
    Test number
    796942354261
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  22. Pass103,328 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    103,328 miles
    Test number
    109320243222
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres hevely perished

  23. Fail103,328 miles (+2,071)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,328 miles
    Test number
    296230543204
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres hevely perished

  24. Pass101,257 miles (+1,940)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    101,257 miles
    Test number
    808115432273
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass99,317 miles (+1,794)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    99,317 miles
    Test number
    736867731279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFront registration plate secured by temporary fixings
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass97,523 miles (+2,261)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    97,523 miles
    Test number
    403040750243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre aged and cracking around walls
    • NoteExhaust system slightly corroded
    • NoteSuspension bushes under car perishing/cracking but no excessive movement found

  27. Pass95,262 miles (+1,875)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    95,262 miles
    Test number
    123283939231
    • NoteREAR NO PLATE SLIGHT DETERIORATION

  28. Pass93,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    93,387 miles
    Test number
    214454938257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail93,387 miles (+2,056)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,387 miles
    Test number
    532694738241
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing slightly on outer wall
    • NoteRear registration plate discoloured

  30. Pass91,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    91,331 miles
    Test number
    321394267407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail91,331 miles (+5,058)8 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,331 miles
    Test number
    140771667230
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • NotePlastic covers fitted under vehicle
    • NoteSuspension components generally corroded

  32. Pass86,273 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    86,273 miles
    Test number
    753297125223
    • NoteNoise to clutch pedal
    • NoteOffside rear brake bind

Questions about R201 DBM

Does R201 DBM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R201 DBM is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on R201 DBM?
The MOT on R201 DBM is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R201 DBM done?
R201 DBM was recorded at 115,402 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 1,382 miles a year.
Has R201 DBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R201 DBM has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on R201 DBM 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 R201 DBM find?
R201 DBM passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; coolant leak matrix pipe; oil leak, but not excessive.

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