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Mazda MX-5

Grey · Petrol · 2010 · 1,999 cc

S33 AEKMOT history

S33 AEK is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 24 Sept 2010. Its MOT expired on 4 Oct 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 48,817 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

S33 AEK grey Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Oct 2026
Mileage
48,817 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 AEK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
24 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S33 AEK was last recorded at 48,817 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 2,355 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,462 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,355 miles
Average per year
3,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,817 miles
  • 2025 – 46,462 miles
  • 2024 – 43,244 miles
  • 2023 – 40,023 miles
  • 2022 – 37,009 miles
  • 2021 – 32,637 miles
  • 2020 – 29,328 miles
  • 2019 – 24,791 miles
  • 2018 – 20,193 miles
  • 2017 – 17,498 miles
  • 2016 – 14,229 miles
  • 2015 – 12,648 miles
  • 2014 – 10,895 miles
  • 2013 – 8,711 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail48,817 miles
  • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working stop lights not working. (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault abs light on (1.6 (b))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction eml light on (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres badly worn inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 6 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail48,817 miles (+2,355)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,817 miles
    Test number
    643221761275
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working stop lights not working. (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault abs light on (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction eml light on (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres badly worn inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass46,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    46,462 miles
    Test number
    164765790292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail46,462 miles (+3,218)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,462 miles
    Test number
    869864199231
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass43,244 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    43,244 miles
    Test number
    641027835099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail43,243 miles (+3,220)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,243 miles
    Test number
    816485744713
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Mirror not attached in place
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass40,023 miles (+3,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    40,023 miles
    Test number
    897571829989
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass37,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    37,009 miles
    Test number
    969172243265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail37,008 miles (+4,371)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,008 miles
    Test number
    290108032548
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass32,637 miles (+3,309)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    32,637 miles
    Test number
    427035984958
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass29,328 miles (+130)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    29,328 miles
    Test number
    382695773888
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail29,198 miles (+4,407)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,198 miles
    Test number
    331848665637
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass24,791 miles (+4,598)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    24,791 miles
    Test number
    151087589103
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVery slight corrosion on front and rear discs.
    • AdvisoryVery slight damage to l/h/f seat belt.

  13. Pass20,193 miles (+2,695)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    20,193 miles
    Test number
    738815657325
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres unevenly worn on inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass17,498 miles (+3,269)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    17,498 miles
    Test number
    519912237795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass14,229 miles (+1,581)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    14,229 miles
    Test number
    567371046034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass12,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    12,648 miles
    Test number
    310184339280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail12,648 miles (+1,753)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,648 miles
    Test number
    389450455559
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass10,895 miles (+2,184)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    10,895 miles
    Test number
    316948144488
    • NoteHeadlamp aim tested as presented with adjusters set on position 2

  19. Pass8,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    8,711 miles
    Test number
    385959043497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S33 AEK

Does S33 AEK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S33 AEK expired on 4 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S33 AEK?
The MOT on S33 AEK expired on 4 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S33 AEK done?
S33 AEK was recorded at 48,817 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 3,056 miles a year.
Has S33 AEK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 AEK has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S33 AEK 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 S33 AEK find?
S33 AEK failed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 2 major defects and 2 advisories: rear stop lamp(s) all not working stop lights not working.; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault abs light on; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction eml light on, and 2 more.

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