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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2017 · 1,998 cc

S12 FHEMOT history

S12 FHE is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 10 Jul 2017. Its MOT is valid until 23 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 35,334 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

S12 FHE black Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 May 2027
Mileage
35,334 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,574 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 FHE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
10 Jul 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 FHE was last recorded at 35,334 miles on 22 May 2026, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,306 miles · 18 May 2026
Between the last two tests
28 miles
Average per year
4,574 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 35,334 miles
  • 2025 – 31,208 miles
  • 2024 – 26,647 miles
  • 2023 – 23,041 miles
  • 2022 – 16,709 miles
  • 2021 – 10,563 miles
  • 2020 – 8,473 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,334 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 2 Jul 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass35,334 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2027
    Odometer
    35,334 miles
    Test number
    220295108982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail35,306 miles (+4,098)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,306 miles
    Test number
    529031066765
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  3. Pass31,208 miles (+4,561)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2026
    Odometer
    31,208 miles
    Test number
    880205802470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass26,647 miles (+3,606)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    26,647 miles
    Test number
    853369225519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass23,041 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    23,041 miles
    Test number
    651902452950
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn HUB (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn HUB (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail23,041 miles (+6,332)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,041 miles
    Test number
    891806225636
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn HUB (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn HUB (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass16,709 miles (+6,146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    16,709 miles
    Test number
    492268620180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  8. Pass10,563 miles (+2,090)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2022
    Odometer
    10,563 miles
    Test number
    138562528785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass8,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    8,473 miles
    Test number
    119327655193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    537998899021
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about S12 FHE

Does S12 FHE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 FHE is valid until 23 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 FHE?
The MOT on S12 FHE is valid until 23 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 FHE done?
S12 FHE was recorded at 35,334 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 4,574 miles a year.
Has S12 FHE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 FHE has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S12 FHE 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 S12 FHE find?
S12 FHE passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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