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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,839 cc

R686 MUDMOT history

R686 MUD is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 23 Apr 1998. Its MOT expired on 25 Jun 2025 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 92,223 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2024.

R686 MUD green Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Jun 2025
Mileage
92,223 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2024
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R686 MUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
23 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R686 MUD was last recorded at 92,223 miles on 4 Jun 2024, 1,861 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,362 miles · 26 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
1,861 miles
Average per year
3,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 92,223 miles
  • 2023 – 90,362 miles
  • 2021 – 88,924 miles
  • 2020 – 88,464 miles
  • 2019 – 87,315 miles
  • 2018 – 80,444 miles
  • 2017 – 71,119 miles
  • 2015 – 63,658 miles
  • 2014 – 58,398 miles
  • 2013 – 55,475 miles
  • 2012 – 51,742 miles
  • 2011 – 47,712 miles
  • 2010 – 45,198 miles
  • 2007 – 35,241 miles
  • 2006 – 31,127 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,223 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.

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid join

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    92,223 miles
    Test number
    798031107565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. FailMileage not read2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    800833946766
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb?? (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill & sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,362 miles (+1,438)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    90,362 miles
    Test number
    928859117558
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass88,924 miles (+460)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    88,924 miles
    Test number
    395700481012
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass88,464 miles (+1,149)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    88,464 miles
    Test number
    954386044113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass87,315 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,315 miles
    Test number
    871625955590
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  7. Fail87,315 miles (+18)2 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,315 miles
    Test number
    722560661539
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  8. Fail87,297 miles (+6,853)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,297 miles
    Test number
    640431856223
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  9. Pass80,444 miles (+9,325)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    80,444 miles
    Test number
    230183201637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,119 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    71,119 miles
    Test number
    854658139423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail71,118 miles (+7,460)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,118 miles
    Test number
    147199091522
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureStop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCat to rear exhaust joint blowing but not to excess

  12. Pass63,658 miles (+5,260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    63,658 miles
    Test number
    463079391002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass58,398 miles (+2,923)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    58,398 miles
    Test number
    746781104390
    • NoteOffside rear brake caliper damp

  14. Fail55,475 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,475 miles
    Test number
    239588803325
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass55,475 miles (+3,733)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    55,475 miles
    Test number
    865408703311
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass51,742 miles (+4,030)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    51,742 miles
    Test number
    546333512323
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass47,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    47,712 miles
    Test number
    306868301344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail47,712 miles (+2,514)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,712 miles
    Test number
    577288101395
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  19. Pass45,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    45,198 miles
    Test number
    480209400456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail45,198 miles (+9,957)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,198 miles
    Test number
    462359600335
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  21. Pass35,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    35,241 miles
    Test number
    220094467033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,241 miles (+4,114)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,241 miles
    Test number
    292214867021
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

  23. Pass31,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    31,127 miles
    Test number
    522818806170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R686 MUD

Does R686 MUD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R686 MUD expired on 25 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R686 MUD?
The MOT on R686 MUD expired on 25 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R686 MUD done?
R686 MUD was recorded at 92,223 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2024, an average of 3,370 miles a year.
Has R686 MUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R686 MUD has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2024.
Has the mileage on R686 MUD 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 R686 MUD find?
R686 MUD passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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