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Mazda RX-8

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 2,616 cc

S15 YRSMOT history

S15 YRS is a red petrol Mazda RX-8 first used on 13 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 67,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2023
Mileage
67,265 mi
At MOT on 2 Aug 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,647 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S15 YRS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
RX-8
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,616 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S15 YRS was last recorded at 67,265 miles on 2 Aug 2023, 1,194 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,071 miles · 4 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
1,194 miles
Average per year
3,647 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 67,265 miles
  • 2022 – 66,071 miles
  • 2021 – 63,542 miles
  • 2020 – 61,344 miles
  • 2019 – 59,922 miles
  • 2018 – 58,776 miles
  • 2017 – 54,355 miles
  • 2016 – 48,301 miles
  • 2015 – 42,291 miles
  • 2014 – 34,485 miles
  • 2013 – 29,172 miles
  • 2012 – 26,196 miles
  • 2011 – 22,361 miles
  • 2010 – 18,643 miles
  • 2009 – 17,299 miles
  • 2008 – 13,049 miles
  • 2007 – 10,119 miles
  • 2006 – 6,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail67,265 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Headlamp reflector seriously defective sharp edges exposed (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting offside and nearside (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MinorStop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced offside and nearside Hazey (4.3.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail67,265 miles (+1,194)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,265 miles
    Test number
    195315537061
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Headlamp reflector seriously defective sharp edges exposed (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting offside and nearside (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced offside and nearside Hazey (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass66,071 miles (+2,529)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    66,071 miles
    Test number
    559763428403
    • 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))

  3. Pass63,542 miles (+2,198)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    63,542 miles
    Test number
    630799492858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass61,344 miles (+1,422)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    61,344 miles
    Test number
    565875415589
    • 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))

  5. Pass59,922 miles (+1,146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    59,922 miles
    Test number
    987534787556
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass58,776 miles (+4,421)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    58,776 miles
    Test number
    417639516983
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded just ok at time of test

  7. Pass54,355 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    54,355 miles
    Test number
    384229314990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail54,321 miles (+6,020)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,321 miles
    Test number
    359005491385
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  9. Pass48,301 miles (+6,010)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    48,301 miles
    Test number
    380484041778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,291 miles (+7,806)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    42,291 miles
    Test number
    977604295090
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass34,485 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    34,485 miles
    Test number
    157758774021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail34,473 miles (+5,301)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,473 miles
    Test number
    189822474007
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass29,172 miles (+97)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    29,172 miles
    Test number
    956546683077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail29,075 miles (+2,879)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,075 miles
    Test number
    128901083413
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  15. Fail26,196 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,196 miles
    Test number
    559520192035
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass26,196 miles (+3,835)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    26,196 miles
    Test number
    666760292035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass22,361 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    22,361 miles
    Test number
    247724681054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail22,361 miles (+3,718)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,361 miles
    Test number
    386844381041
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass18,643 miles (+1,344)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    18,643 miles
    Test number
    944949200104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,299 miles (+4,250)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    17,299 miles
    Test number
    412319099280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    13,049 miles
    Test number
    861331108386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail13,049 miles (+2,930)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,049 miles
    Test number
    450501808375
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass10,119 miles (+3,857)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    10,119 miles
    Test number
    481706217390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass6,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    6,262 miles
    Test number
    322183716360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S15 YRS

Does S15 YRS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S15 YRS expired on 11 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S15 YRS?
The MOT on S15 YRS expired on 11 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S15 YRS done?
S15 YRS was recorded at 67,265 miles at its MOT on 2 Aug 2023, an average of 3,647 miles a year.
Has S15 YRS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S15 YRS has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on S15 YRS 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 S15 YRS find?
S15 YRS failed its latest MOT on 2 Aug 2023 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside front outer headlamp reflector seriously defective sharp edges exposed; rear inner vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting offside and nearside, and 5 more.

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