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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

R85 SCWMOT history

R85 SCW is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Apr 1998. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 37,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

R85 SCW 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 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
37,426 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,350 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R85 SCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R85 SCW was last recorded at 37,426 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
37,366 miles · 6 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
1,350 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 37,426 miles
  • 2025 – 33,189 miles
  • 2024 – 28,353 miles
  • 2023 – 23,515 miles
  • 2022 – 23,364 miles
  • 2021 – 22,053 miles
  • 2020 – 19,910 miles
  • 2019 – 18,277 miles
  • 2018 – 17,522 miles
  • 2016 – 17,428 miles
  • 2015 – 17,296 miles
  • 2014 – 16,991 miles
  • 2013 – 16,351 miles
  • 2012 – 15,836 miles
  • 2011 – 15,106 miles
  • 2010 – 14,072 miles
  • 2009 – 13,089 miles
  • 2008 – 12,112 miles
  • 2007 – 11,004 miles
  • 2006 – 10,153 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,426 miles
  • MinorRear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Coil spring corroded all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and nail in

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,426 miles (+60)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    37,426 miles
    Test number
    242071838447
    • MinorRear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail37,366 miles (+4,177)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,366 miles
    Test number
    509295388382
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass33,189 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    33,189 miles
    Test number
    979735173140
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail33,184 miles (+4,831)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,184 miles
    Test number
    188152887402
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass28,353 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    28,353 miles
    Test number
    270212574228
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail28,345 miles (+4,830)2 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,345 miles
    Test number
    678718761964
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed and inner has big cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass23,515 miles (+151)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    23,515 miles
    Test number
    317111348696
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass23,364 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    23,364 miles
    Test number
    742505080616
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and nail in (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySubframe and axel corroded

  9. Fail23,361 miles (+1,308)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,361 miles
    Test number
    975323542400
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and nail in (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySubframe and axel corroded

  10. Pass22,053 miles (+2,143)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    22,053 miles
    Test number
    915286639782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass19,910 miles (+1,633)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    19,910 miles
    Test number
    166603082459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass18,277 miles (+755)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    18,277 miles
    Test number
    603196347410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass17,522 miles (+94)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    17,522 miles
    Test number
    483178610673
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass17,428 miles (+132)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    17,428 miles
    Test number
    994456868698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass17,296 miles (+305)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    17,296 miles
    Test number
    878218225102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,991 miles (+640)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    16,991 miles
    Test number
    575377524160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,351 miles (+515)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    16,351 miles
    Test number
    526023033176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,836 miles (+730)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    15,836 miles
    Test number
    837486932172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    15,106 miles
    Test number
    265048131169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail15,106 miles (+1,034)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,106 miles
    Test number
    287388031419
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass14,072 miles (+983)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    14,072 miles
    Test number
    244777030190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,089 miles (+977)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    13,089 miles
    Test number
    304434339157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,112 miles (+1,108)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    12,112 miles
    Test number
    732839928140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass11,004 miles (+851)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    11,004 miles
    Test number
    931178927128
    • NoteAirbag warning light does not extinguish.

  25. Pass10,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    10,153 miles
    Test number
    714062426145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R85 SCW

Does R85 SCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R85 SCW is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on R85 SCW?
The MOT on R85 SCW is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R85 SCW done?
R85 SCW was recorded at 37,426 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 1,350 miles a year.
Has R85 SCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R85 SCW has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on R85 SCW 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 R85 SCW find?
R85 SCW passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: rear battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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