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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 1,840 cc

R779 FVCMOT history

R779 FVC is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 Sept 1997. Its MOT expired on 28 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 103,519 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2022.

R779 FVC silver 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 28 Sept 2023
Mileage
103,519 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R779 FVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
29 Sept 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R779 FVC was last recorded at 103,519 miles on 16 Sept 2022, 2,464 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jan 2012: 80,137 miles, lower than 777,509 miles on 20 Jan 2011.
  • 17 Feb 2015: 67,223 miles, lower than 84,524 miles on 17 Jan 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
101,055 miles · 20 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
2,464 miles
Average per year
2,320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 103,519 miles
  • 2021 – 101,055 miles
  • 2020 – 99,533 miles
  • 2019 – 95,841 miles
  • 2018 – 94,186 miles
  • 2017 – 92,553 miles
  • 2016 – 90,036 miles
  • 2015 – 87,223 miles
  • 2014 – 84,524 miles
  • 2013 – 82,561 miles
  • 2012 – 80,137 miles
  • 2011 – 777,509 miles
  • 2010 – 74,948 miles
  • 2008 – 70,973 miles
  • 2007 – 66,247 miles
  • 2006 – 65,413 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,519 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair 51% (1.2.1 (c))

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,519 miles (+2,464)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    103,519 miles
    Test number
    860313049611
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair 51% (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass101,055 miles (+1,522)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    101,055 miles
    Test number
    940335923129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass99,533 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    99,533 miles
    Test number
    354454221332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail99,505 miles (+3,664)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,505 miles
    Test number
    724123233416
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub frames corroded and associated suspension arms

  5. Pass95,841 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    95,841 miles
    Test number
    174077223858
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre age cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle under side and body is corroded

  6. Fail95,839 miles (+1,653)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,839 miles
    Test number
    370464298856
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre age cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle under side and body is corroded

  7. Pass94,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    94,186 miles
    Test number
    495668641654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail94,186 miles (+1,633)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,186 miles
    Test number
    341603093142
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureBrake reservoir fluid level decreases after several pedal applications (3.3.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Braking system leaking brake caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  9. Pass92,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    92,553 miles
    Test number
    195338501311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail92,553 miles (+2,517)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,553 miles
    Test number
    344933569804
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill to outer sill as marked (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill and inner sill as marked (5.2.6)

  11. Pass90,036 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    90,036 miles
    Test number
    481299391718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail90,031 miles (+2,808)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,031 miles
    Test number
    260961216506
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass87,223 miles (+20,000)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    87,223 miles
    Test number
    508439645024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail67,223 miles (-17,301)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,223 miles
    Test number
    298148345088
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass84,524 miles (+1,963)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    84,524 miles
    Test number
    755267514000
    • NoteEye level stop light inop

  16. Fail82,561 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,561 miles
    Test number
    388988813000
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass82,561 miles (+2,424)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    82,561 miles
    Test number
    515528913014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass80,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    80,137 miles
    Test number
    398840522036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail80,137 miles (-697,372)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,137 miles
    Test number
    978429912090
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  20. Fail777,509 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    777,509 miles
    Test number
    317420321058
    • Repaired at testOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass777,509 miles (+702,561)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    777,509 miles
    Test number
    919040321092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,948 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    74,948 miles
    Test number
    430088440041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Fail74,948 miles (+3,975)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,948 miles
    Test number
    623958740066
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass70,973 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    70,973 miles
    Test number
    190846158008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r outer sill starting to rust
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  25. Fail70,973 miles (+4,726)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,973 miles
    Test number
    962483358099
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r outer sill starting to rust
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  26. Pass66,247 miles (+834)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    66,247 miles
    Test number
    183394077088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass65,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    65,413 miles
    Test number
    984583506114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R779 FVC

Does R779 FVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R779 FVC expired on 28 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R779 FVC?
The MOT on R779 FVC expired on 28 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R779 FVC done?
R779 FVC was recorded at 103,519 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2022, an average of 2,320 miles a year.
Has R779 FVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R779 FVC has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on R779 FVC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 19 Jan 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R779 FVC find?
R779 FVC passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2022 with 7 advisories: nearside front inner road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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