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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

R385 SBLMOT history

R385 SBL is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 72,536 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

R385 SBL 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 May 2027
Mileage
72,536 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,869 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R385 SBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
29 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R385 SBL was last recorded at 72,536 miles on 12 May 2026, 1,036 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,500 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,036 miles
Average per year
1,869 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,536 miles
  • 2025 – 71,500 miles
  • 2024 – 70,272 miles
  • 2023 – 67,518 miles
  • 2022 – 66,221 miles
  • 2021 – 65,817 miles
  • 2020 – 65,689 miles
  • 2019 – 65,324 miles
  • 2018 – 64,782 miles
  • 2017 – 64,395 miles
  • 2016 – 63,380 miles
  • 2015 – 61,434 miles
  • 2014 – 59,723 miles
  • 2013 – 58,702 miles
  • 2012 – 56,932 miles
  • 2011 – 55,373 miles
  • 2010 – 51,899 miles
  • 2009 – 47,547 miles
  • 2008 – 43,533 miles
  • 2007 – 39,413 miles
  • 2006 – 34,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,536 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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • All 4 tyres perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,536 miles (+1,036)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    72,536 miles
    Test number
    764280519699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass71,500 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    71,500 miles
    Test number
    103308480348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail71,497 miles (+1,225)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,497 miles
    Test number
    166560166999
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass70,272 miles (+2,754)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    70,272 miles
    Test number
    887142293611
    • 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))

  5. Pass67,518 miles (+1,297)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    67,518 miles
    Test number
    339167480858
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass66,221 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    66,221 miles
    Test number
    410031354283
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail66,221 miles (+404)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,221 miles
    Test number
    439986832466
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass65,817 miles (+128)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,817 miles
    Test number
    224532672698
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corrosion to sill and arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear corrosion to arch and sill
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass65,689 miles (+365)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    65,689 miles
    Test number
    322763886737
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass65,324 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    65,324 miles
    Test number
    935193868631
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s rear outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail65,324 miles (+15)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,324 miles
    Test number
    442562864041
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s rear outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Fail65,309 miles (+527)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,309 miles
    Test number
    921197325418
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  13. Pass64,782 miles (+387)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    64,782 miles
    Test number
    995376905393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,395 miles (+1,015)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    64,395 miles
    Test number
    294311291828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,380 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    63,380 miles
    Test number
    379107559383
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres perished

  16. Fail63,380 miles (+1,946)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,380 miles
    Test number
    204553198447
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres perished

  17. Pass61,434 miles (+1,711)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    61,434 miles
    Test number
    116824755030
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass59,723 miles (+1,021)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    59,723 miles
    Test number
    835580154018
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass58,702 miles (+1,770)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    58,702 miles
    Test number
    707230153017
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass56,932 miles (+1,559)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    56,932 miles
    Test number
    898054252069
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteFront and rear number plates substantially similar font
    • NoteOffside rear fog light is a poor modification

  21. Pass55,373 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    55,373 miles
    Test number
    937625041021
    • NoteThe characters on front and rear number plates are clearly the incorrect dimensions, please note that this is an advisory. Reference VOSA. The honeycomb background is acceptable for the year of manufacture.

  22. Fail55,373 miles (+3,474)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,373 miles
    Test number
    708245641087
    • FailureRegistration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • FailureRegistration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

  23. Pass51,899 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    51,899 miles
    Test number
    704062480076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail51,839 miles (+4,292)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,839 miles
    Test number
    333285770051
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  25. Pass47,547 miles (+4,014)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    47,547 miles
    Test number
    613989779061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass43,533 miles (+4,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    43,533 miles
    Test number
    614628968088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass39,413 miles (+4,577)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    39,413 miles
    Test number
    993919077006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,836 miles
    Test number
    104490676092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R385 SBL

Does R385 SBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R385 SBL is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R385 SBL?
The MOT on R385 SBL is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R385 SBL done?
R385 SBL was recorded at 72,536 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 1,869 miles a year.
Has R385 SBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R385 SBL has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2025.
Has the mileage on R385 SBL 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 R385 SBL find?
R385 SBL passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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