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Mazda 2

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,560 cc

S18 BOUMOT history

S18 BOU is a black diesel Mazda 2 first used on 12 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 171,601 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

S18 BOU black Mazda 2 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 2, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jun 2027
Mileage
171,601 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,417 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 BOU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
2
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
12 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 BOU was last recorded at 171,601 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Sept 2022: 121,365 miles, lower than 129,363 miles on 25 Aug 2022.

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
171,599 miles · 26 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,417 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,601 miles
  • 2025 – 153,577 miles
  • 2024 – 137,124 miles
  • 2023 – 136,905 miles
  • 2022 – 121,365 miles
  • 2021 – 128,876 miles
  • 2020 – 119,332 miles
  • 2019 – 96,218 miles
  • 2018 – 87,117 miles
  • 2017 – 86,451 miles
  • 2016 – 84,310 miles
  • 2015 – 79,821 miles
  • 2014 – 73,401 miles
  • 2013 – 67,045 miles
  • 2012 – 55,525 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,601 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine mounting damaged but not to excess vibration through vehicle due to mountings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,601 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    171,601 miles
    Test number
    440495986159
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail171,599 miles (+18,022)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,599 miles
    Test number
    397151188069
    • DangerousNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass153,577 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    153,577 miles
    Test number
    531584452722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail153,577 miles (+16,453)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,577 miles
    Test number
    831341281427
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass137,124 miles (+219)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    137,124 miles
    Test number
    353188460613
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass136,905 miles (+3)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    136,905 miles
    Test number
    134700574317
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail136,902 miles (+15,537)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,902 miles
    Test number
    750024477185
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass121,365 miles (-7,998)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    121,365 miles
    Test number
    555538853254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail129,363 miles (+487)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,363 miles
    Test number
    662045191477
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass128,876 miles (+9,544)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    128,876 miles
    Test number
    122137867168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass119,332 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    119,332 miles
    Test number
    325404129822
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess vibration through vehicle due to mountings (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  12. Fail119,332 miles (+23,114)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,332 miles
    Test number
    112332736633
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess vibration through vehicle due to mountings (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  13. Pass96,218 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    96,218 miles
    Test number
    329041872785
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Fail96,218 miles (+9,101)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,218 miles
    Test number
    747355579066
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass87,117 miles (+666)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    87,117 miles
    Test number
    527075717502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass86,451 miles (+2,141)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    86,451 miles
    Test number
    288106542387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass84,310 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    84,310 miles
    Test number
    484080483847
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

  18. Fail84,310 miles (+4,489)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,310 miles
    Test number
    546979428196
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

  19. Pass79,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    79,821 miles
    Test number
    962382987820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail79,821 miles (+6,420)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,821 miles
    Test number
    165983510743
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass73,401 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    73,401 miles
    Test number
    458751654201
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  22. Fail73,401 miles (+6,356)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,401 miles
    Test number
    107621754263
    • FailureBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  23. Pass67,045 miles (+11,520)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    67,045 miles
    Test number
    599226653230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass55,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    55,525 miles
    Test number
    149207352201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail55,525 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,525 miles
    Test number
    208047452213
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Questions about S18 BOU

Does S18 BOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 BOU is valid until 28 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 BOU?
The MOT on S18 BOU is valid until 28 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 BOU done?
S18 BOU was recorded at 171,601 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 8,417 miles a year.
Has S18 BOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 BOU has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S18 BOU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Sept 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S18 BOU find?
S18 BOU passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: central front oil leak, but not excessive.

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