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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 1,598 cc

R507 PCFMOT history

R507 PCF is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 93,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

R507 PCF 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 23 Oct 2027
Mileage
93,814 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,312 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R507 PCF
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
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R507 PCF was last recorded at 93,814 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 4,041 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,773 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,041 miles
Average per year
2,312 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,814 miles
  • 2025 – 89,773 miles
  • 2024 – 89,678 miles
  • 2023 – 86,377 miles
  • 2021 – 85,717 miles
  • 2020 – 85,559 miles
  • 2019 – 85,274 miles
  • 2018 – 82,573 miles
  • 2017 – 80,268 miles
  • 2016 – 78,131 miles
  • 2014 – 76,729 miles
  • 2013 – 75,258 miles
  • 2012 – 74,413 miles
  • 2011 – 72,284 miles
  • 2010 – 69,522 miles
  • 2008 – 64,917 miles
  • 2007 – 55,739 miles
  • 2006 – 51,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,814 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Both nearside tyres worn on outer edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Corrosion offside rear brake disc and brake pad worn low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Surface corrosion on underside and throughout front and rear subframes and suspension components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Both rear discs are rusting up.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,814 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    93,814 miles
    Test number
    353128651167
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail93,814 miles (+4,041)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,814 miles
    Test number
    363289364598
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,773 miles (+95)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    89,773 miles
    Test number
    378692647488
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail89,678 miles (+3,301)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,678 miles
    Test number
    641919412188
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside

  5. Pass86,377 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    86,377 miles
    Test number
    503160608667
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside tyres worn on outer edges
    • AdvisoryCorrosion offside rear brake disc and brake pad worn low
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on underside and throughout front and rear subframes and suspension components

  6. Fail86,377 miles (+660)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,377 miles
    Test number
    531887928281
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside tyres worn on outer edges
    • AdvisoryCorrosion offside rear brake disc and brake pad worn low
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on underside and throughout front and rear subframes and suspension components

  7. Pass85,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    85,717 miles
    Test number
    901290372773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail85,717 miles (+158)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,717 miles
    Test number
    497735645859
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on brake discs
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion throughout

  9. Pass85,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    85,559 miles
    Test number
    909753942178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail85,559 miles (+285)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,559 miles
    Test number
    593504922193
    • MajorIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting offside rear lower sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp likely to become detached (4.5.1 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on brake discs and chassis

  11. Pass85,274 miles (+2,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    85,274 miles
    Test number
    323130455231
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  12. Pass82,573 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    82,573 miles
    Test number
    307628842891
    • AdvisoryBoth rear discs are rusting up.

  13. Fail82,552 miles (+2,284)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,552 miles
    Test number
    617640852951
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear discs are rusting up.

  14. Pass80,268 miles (+2,137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    80,268 miles
    Test number
    844670421211
    • AdvisoryBoth rear disc,s are rusting up.

  15. Pass78,131 miles (+1,402)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    78,131 miles
    Test number
    771816978895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,729 miles (+1,471)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    76,729 miles
    Test number
    207399344270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass75,258 miles (+845)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    75,258 miles
    Test number
    237712823274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass74,413 miles (+2,129)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    74,413 miles
    Test number
    986456612009
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass72,284 miles (+2,762)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    72,284 miles
    Test number
    516982211069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass69,522 miles (+4,605)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    69,522 miles
    Test number
    422435700052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,917 miles (+9,178)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    64,917 miles
    Test number
    761163738390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,739 miles (+3,946)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    55,739 miles
    Test number
    492175537454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass51,793 miles (+5,681)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    51,793 miles
    Test number
    360178246353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    46,112 miles
    Test number
    990928836079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R507 PCF

Does R507 PCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R507 PCF is valid until 23 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on R507 PCF?
The MOT on R507 PCF is valid until 23 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R507 PCF done?
R507 PCF was recorded at 93,814 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 2,312 miles a year.
Has R507 PCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R507 PCF has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on R507 PCF 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 R507 PCF find?
R507 PCF passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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