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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,839 cc

S31 MXVMOT history

S31 MXV is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 16 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 25,655 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

S31 MXV black 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 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
25,655 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 MXV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 MXV was last recorded at 25,655 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
25,653 miles · 28 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 25,655 miles
  • 2019 – 25,463 miles
  • 2018 – 24,528 miles
  • 2017 – 23,626 miles
  • 2016 – 22,644 miles
  • 2015 – 21,917 miles
  • 2014 – 21,295 miles
  • 2013 – 20,617 miles
  • 2012 – 20,069 miles
  • 2011 – 19,480 miles
  • 2010 – 19,133 miles
  • 2009 – 18,090 miles
  • 2008 – 16,025 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass25,655 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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Centre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass25,655 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    25,655 miles
    Test number
    647690312864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail25,653 miles (+190)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,653 miles
    Test number
    701990832205
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded but not seriously not weekend

  3. Pass25,463 miles (+935)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    25,463 miles
    Test number
    327263497597
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Marked in yellow chalk (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass24,528 miles (+902)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    24,528 miles
    Test number
    303697279639
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight bind on brake
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms and subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front chassis corroded but not holed ,not within any prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms and subframe corroded
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from underside of engine ,
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion under battery tray
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded in several places

  5. Pass23,626 miles (+982)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    23,626 miles
    Test number
    388964786467
    • AdvisoryCar rusting under neath.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake binding slightly.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside outer sills rusting.
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  6. Pass22,644 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    22,644 miles
    Test number
    541132682477
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail22,644 miles (+727)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,644 miles
    Test number
    690451494899
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass21,917 miles (+622)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    21,917 miles
    Test number
    514676028290
    • AdvisoryCar rusting under neath

  9. Pass21,295 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    21,295 miles
    Test number
    968672784218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail21,294 miles (+677)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,294 miles
    Test number
    935830684251
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  11. Fail20,617 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,617 miles
    Test number
    599870483265
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOffside front brake binding slightly.
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass20,617 miles (+548)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    20,617 miles
    Test number
    989590883289
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOffside front brake binding slightly.
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Pass20,069 miles (+589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    20,069 miles
    Test number
    357580792495
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  14. Pass19,480 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    19,480 miles
    Test number
    326815941401
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail19,480 miles (+347)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,480 miles
    Test number
    479005941290
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass19,133 miles (+1,043)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    19,133 miles
    Test number
    740760450263
    • NoteCut in offside front tyre tread, no cords showing.

  17. Fail18,090 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,090 miles
    Test number
    554291459215
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass18,090 miles (+2,065)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    18,090 miles
    Test number
    892101459209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail16,025 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,025 miles
    Test number
    364655448427
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Pass16,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    16,025 miles
    Test number
    952855548250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S31 MXV

Does S31 MXV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S31 MXV is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S31 MXV?
The MOT on S31 MXV is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S31 MXV done?
S31 MXV was recorded at 25,655 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 547 miles a year.
Has S31 MXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 MXV has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S31 MXV 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 S31 MXV find?
S31 MXV passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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