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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

S35 BBXMOT history

S35 BBX is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 4 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 130,927 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

S35 BBX gold 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 22 Dec 2024
Mileage
130,927 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,520 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S35 BBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
4 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S35 BBX was last recorded at 130,927 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 1,580 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,347 miles · 16 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
1,580 miles
Average per year
4,520 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,927 miles
  • 2023 – 129,347 miles
  • 2022 – 122,312 miles
  • 2021 – 121,320 miles
  • 2020 – 120,308 miles
  • 2019 – 120,226 miles
  • 2018 – 120,143 miles
  • 2017 – 119,935 miles
  • 2016 – 119,744 miles
  • 2015 – 119,576 miles
  • 2014 – 119,074 miles
  • 2013 – 118,408 miles
  • 2012 – 111,217 miles
  • 2011 – 98,803 miles
  • 2010 – 87,246 miles
  • 2009 – 71,855 miles
  • 2008 – 70,922 miles
  • 2007 – 55,978 miles
  • 2006 – 41,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail130,927 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to undersides of vehicle

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.

  • Central Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail130,927 miles (+1,580)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,927 miles
    Test number
    783660295501
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to undersides of vehicle

  2. Pass129,347 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    129,347 miles
    Test number
    292860094468
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to suspension parts

  3. Fail129,347 miles (+7,035)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,347 miles
    Test number
    568873987957
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to suspension parts

  4. Pass122,312 miles (+7)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    122,312 miles
    Test number
    339397057291
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail122,305 miles (+985)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,305 miles
    Test number
    939299852231
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass121,320 miles (+1,012)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    121,320 miles
    Test number
    265492565242
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Pass120,308 miles (+82)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    120,308 miles
    Test number
    653003169616
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Pass120,226 miles (+83)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    120,226 miles
    Test number
    684635661328
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass120,143 miles (+208)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    120,143 miles
    Test number
    149741059833
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass119,935 miles (+191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    119,935 miles
    Test number
    961738838775
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  11. Pass119,744 miles (+168)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    119,744 miles
    Test number
    838342853556
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass119,576 miles (+502)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    119,576 miles
    Test number
    545537526787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass119,074 miles (+666)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    119,074 miles
    Test number
    645190774104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass118,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    118,408 miles
    Test number
    677740743102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail118,408 miles (+7,191)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,408 miles
    Test number
    856250743136
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  16. Pass111,217 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    111,217 miles
    Test number
    385491952080
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake discs coroded

  17. Fail111,217 miles (+12,414)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,217 miles
    Test number
    888166342059
    • DangerousOffside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake discs coroded

  18. Pass98,803 miles (+11,557)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    98,803 miles
    Test number
    329788731019
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass87,246 miles (+15,391)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    87,246 miles
    Test number
    661166940078
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteWiper blades wearing

  20. Pass71,855 miles (+933)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    71,855 miles
    Test number
    520714019009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail70,922 miles (+14,944)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,922 miles
    Test number
    471989138369
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cut on sidewall
    • NoteO/s wiper split

  22. Pass55,978 miles (+14,793)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    55,978 miles
    Test number
    524265407353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    41,185 miles
    Test number
    664570406305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail41,185 miles2 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,185 miles
    Test number
    512699696294
    • DangerousOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • DangerousBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSurface corosion on all wishbones and both subframes

Questions about S35 BBX

Does S35 BBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S35 BBX expired on 22 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S35 BBX?
The MOT on S35 BBX expired on 22 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S35 BBX done?
S35 BBX was recorded at 130,927 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 4,520 miles a year.
Has S35 BBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S35 BBX has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S35 BBX 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 S35 BBX find?
S35 BBX failed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 1 major defect and 2 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; general corrosion to undersides of vehicle.

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