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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,598 cc

R282 MGCMOT history

R282 MGC is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 12 Nov 1997. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 54,506 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

R282 MGC red 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 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
54,506 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R282 MGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
12 Nov 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R282 MGC was last recorded at 54,506 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 602 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,904 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
602 miles
Average per year
1,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,506 miles
  • 2025 – 53,904 miles
  • 2024 – 53,885 miles
  • 2023 – 53,307 miles
  • 2019 – 51,587 miles
  • 2018 – 46,016 miles
  • 2017 – 42,637 miles
  • 2015 – 42,487 miles
  • 2014 – 42,424 miles
  • 2013 – 42,134 miles
  • 2012 – 41,977 miles
  • 2011 – 41,315 miles
  • 2010 – 39,540 miles
  • 2009 – 37,488 miles
  • 2008 – 35,643 miles
  • 2007 – 33,832 miles
  • 2006 – 31,740 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,506 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,506 miles (+602)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    54,506 miles
    Test number
    387714449140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass53,904 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    53,904 miles
    Test number
    622500728769
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail53,885 miles (+578)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,885 miles
    Test number
    261868803846
    • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed no cat high co2 aborted missfire at 2500rpm - 3000rpm cuts out on idle (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  4. Pass53,307 miles (+1,720)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    53,307 miles
    Test number
    948204416714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass51,587 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    51,587 miles
    Test number
    140961025802
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail51,583 miles (+5)1 dangerous1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,583 miles
    Test number
    431450824991
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle brake hose (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail51,578 miles (+5,562)3 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,578 miles
    Test number
    774977283330
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryDamage to NSF wing
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass46,016 miles (+3,379)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    46,016 miles
    Test number
    612184486392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass42,637 miles (+150)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    42,637 miles
    Test number
    525604105037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,487 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    42,487 miles
    Test number
    971269225979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,424 miles (+290)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    42,424 miles
    Test number
    419826294223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,134 miles (+157)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    42,134 miles
    Test number
    139584793214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,977 miles (+662)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    41,977 miles
    Test number
    745092892246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,315 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    41,315 miles
    Test number
    745035301358
    • NoteNearside and offside rear and nearside front tyres starting to perish 195/50/15
    • NoteSlight knock from engine on tick over

  15. Fail41,314 miles (+1,774)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,314 miles
    Test number
    478835701421
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside and offside rear and nearside front tyres starting to perish 195/50/15
    • NoteSlight knock from engine on tick over

  16. Pass39,540 miles (+2,052)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    39,540 miles
    Test number
    353809390219
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteKnocking noise from engine on idle

  17. Pass37,488 miles (+1,845)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,488 miles
    Test number
    884527009357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine knocking
    • NoteNearside rear whhel slightly binding

  18. Pass35,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    35,643 miles
    Test number
    421603108458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,643 miles (+1,811)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,643 miles
    Test number
    834853808337
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  20. Pass33,832 miles (+2,092)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    33,832 miles
    Test number
    103318297233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    31,740 miles
    Test number
    330099396262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R282 MGC

Does R282 MGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R282 MGC is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on R282 MGC?
The MOT on R282 MGC is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R282 MGC done?
R282 MGC was recorded at 54,506 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 1,178 miles a year.
Has R282 MGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R282 MGC has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on R282 MGC 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 R282 MGC find?
R282 MGC passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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