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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

R293 DBPMOT history

R293 DBP is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Mar 1998. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 159,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

R293 DBP 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 24 Jun 2027
Mileage
159,970 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,240 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R293 DBP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R293 DBP was last recorded at 159,970 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 1,230 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,740 miles · 6 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,230 miles
Average per year
5,240 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,970 miles
  • 2025 – 158,740 miles
  • 2024 – 157,831 miles
  • 2023 – 157,414 miles
  • 2022 – 157,004 miles
  • 2021 – 156,260 miles
  • 2020 – 155,208 miles
  • 2019 – 153,030 miles
  • 2018 – 148,890 miles
  • 2017 – 144,011 miles
  • 2016 – 138,600 miles
  • 2015 – 135,143 miles
  • 2014 – 129,761 miles
  • 2013 – 124,472 miles
  • 2012 – 120,786 miles
  • 2011 – 109,283 miles
  • 2010 – 98,588 miles
  • 2009 – 88,620 miles
  • 2008 – 78,562 miles
  • 2007 – 66,600 miles
  • 2006 – 54,445 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,970 miles
  • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside upper and nearside lower all perishing (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated high has little reserve travel (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryUnderbody /brake pipes /suspension all undersealed

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 Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass159,970 miles (+1,230)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    159,970 miles
    Test number
    137169881358
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside upper and nearside lower all perishing (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated high has little reserve travel (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody /brake pipes /suspension all undersealed

  2. Pass158,740 miles (+909)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    158,740 miles
    Test number
    526521298691
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHand brake leaver travel high
    • AdvisoryUnder side off chassis and suspension component's etc undersealed

  3. Pass157,831 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    157,831 miles
    Test number
    376225674761
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder side off chassis and suspension component's etc undersealed

  4. Fail157,831 miles (+417)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,831 miles
    Test number
    370270565203
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder side off chassis and suspension component's etc undersealed

  5. Pass157,414 miles (+410)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    157,414 miles
    Test number
    100878764816
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass157,004 miles (+744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    157,004 miles
    Test number
    667000734427
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass156,260 miles (+1,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    156,260 miles
    Test number
    517318381751
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass155,208 miles (+2,178)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    155,208 miles
    Test number
    311878835499
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass153,030 miles (+4,140)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    153,030 miles
    Test number
    770830435467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass148,890 miles (+4,879)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    148,890 miles
    Test number
    778092043336
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass144,011 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    144,011 miles
    Test number
    605956107180
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer rear sills slight corrosion

  12. Fail144,005 miles (+5,405)1 failure1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,005 miles
    Test number
    676045407173
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer rear sills slight corrosion

  13. Pass138,600 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    138,600 miles
    Test number
    291902369070
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight brake bind near side front

  14. Fail138,597 miles (+3,454)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,597 miles
    Test number
    752382474835
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill area (5.2.6)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight brake bind near side front

  15. Pass135,143 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    135,143 miles
    Test number
    745946775167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail135,139 miles (+5,378)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,139 miles
    Test number
    648064375166
    • FailureInner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass129,761 miles6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    129,761 miles
    Test number
    677510774167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteGeneral chassis corrosion

  18. Fail129,761 miles (+5,289)4 failures6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,761 miles
    Test number
    635350874197
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteGeneral chassis corrosion
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  19. Pass124,472 miles (+3,686)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    124,472 miles
    Test number
    597290473112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  20. Pass120,786 miles (+11,503)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    120,786 miles
    Test number
    976044272139
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass109,283 miles (+10,695)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    109,283 miles
    Test number
    208311851452
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteShock absorber gaitors deteriorating

  22. Pass98,588 miles (+9,968)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    98,588 miles
    Test number
    472332150173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged

  23. Pass88,620 miles (+10,058)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    88,620 miles
    Test number
    303992559186
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged

  24. Fail78,562 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,562 miles
    Test number
    223365008403
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass78,562 miles (+11,962)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    78,562 miles
    Test number
    862215808196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass66,600 miles (+12,155)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    66,600 miles
    Test number
    134047807125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass54,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    54,445 miles
    Test number
    682051016184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R293 DBP

Does R293 DBP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R293 DBP is valid until 24 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on R293 DBP?
The MOT on R293 DBP is valid until 24 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R293 DBP done?
R293 DBP was recorded at 159,970 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 5,240 miles a year.
Has R293 DBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R293 DBP has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on R293 DBP 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 R293 DBP find?
R293 DBP passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside upper and nearside lower all perishing; front oil leak, but not excessive; parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated high has little reserve travel, and 2 more.

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