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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

R366 GKOMOT history

R366 GKO is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 18 Apr 1998. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 48,131 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

R366 GKO black 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 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
48,131 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
972 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R366 GKO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
18 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R366 GKO was last recorded at 48,131 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,110 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
972 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,131 miles
  • 2025 – 48,110 miles
  • 2024 – 47,989 miles
  • 2023 – 47,905 miles
  • 2021 – 47,581 miles
  • 2020 – 47,404 miles
  • 2018 – 46,637 miles
  • 2017 – 46,445 miles
  • 2016 – 44,137 miles
  • 2014 – 43,949 miles
  • 2013 – 43,743 miles
  • 2012 – 41,168 miles
  • 2010 – 40,046 miles
  • 2008 – 39,968 miles
  • 2007 – 33,957 miles
  • 2006 – 28,310 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,131 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components heavy surafce corossion
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front inside edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear inside edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front and rear suspension components heavy surface corossion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • All 4 tyres slightly cracking on side walls

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,131 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    48,131 miles
    Test number
    645625236526
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components heavy surafce corossion
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front inside edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear inside edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail48,131 miles (+21)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,131 miles
    Test number
    165617593632
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components heavy surafce corossion
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front inside edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear inside edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass48,110 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    48,110 miles
    Test number
    854058299633
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components heavy surface corossion
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail48,110 miles (+121)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,110 miles
    Test number
    814286515130
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack area (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components heavy surface corossion
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass47,989 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    47,989 miles
    Test number
    589984390357
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail47,988 miles (+83)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,988 miles
    Test number
    866235927668
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass47,905 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    47,905 miles
    Test number
    205838138628
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres slightly cracking on side walls

  8. Fail47,893 miles (+312)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,893 miles
    Test number
    417429984242
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres slightly cracking on side walls

  9. Pass47,581 miles (+177)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    47,581 miles
    Test number
    222736664127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass47,404 miles (+767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    47,404 miles
    Test number
    362801279530
    • AdvisorySlight corossion offside rear outer sill

  11. Pass46,637 miles (+192)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    46,637 miles
    Test number
    760668813917
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper end split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass46,445 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    46,445 miles
    Test number
    272074096339
    • 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)

  13. Fail46,442 miles (+2,305)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,442 miles
    Test number
    499730848934
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • 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)

  14. Pass44,137 miles (+188)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    44,137 miles
    Test number
    463714078480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,949 miles
    Test number
    318144574445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail43,949 miles (+206)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,949 miles
    Test number
    768964274203
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass43,743 miles (+2,575)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    43,743 miles
    Test number
    529226173272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,168 miles (+1,122)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    41,168 miles
    Test number
    846883972207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,046 miles (+78)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    40,046 miles
    Test number
    793315910282
    • NoteRear discs rusty

  20. Pass39,968 miles (+6,011)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    39,968 miles
    Test number
    361958698210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,957 miles (+5,647)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,957 miles
    Test number
    871334507172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,310 miles
    Test number
    701858996076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R366 GKO

Does R366 GKO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R366 GKO is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on R366 GKO?
The MOT on R366 GKO is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R366 GKO done?
R366 GKO was recorded at 48,131 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 972 miles a year.
Has R366 GKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R366 GKO has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on R366 GKO 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 R366 GKO find?
R366 GKO passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front and rear suspension components heavy surafce corossion; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front inside edges; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear inside edges.

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