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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

S37 ADUMOT history

S37 ADU is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2025 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 77,708 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2024.

S37 ADU silver 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 29 Apr 2025
Mileage
77,708 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2024
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,251 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S37 ADU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S37 ADU was last recorded at 77,708 miles on 30 Apr 2024, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,701 miles · 4 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,251 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 77,708 miles
  • 2020 – 77,701 miles
  • 2017 – 77,663 miles
  • 2016 – 73,954 miles
  • 2015 – 73,012 miles
  • 2014 – 70,871 miles
  • 2013 – 68,627 miles
  • 2012 – 66,768 miles
  • 2011 – 62,045 miles
  • 2010 – 57,108 miles
  • 2009 – 52,936 miles
  • 2008 – 46,502 miles
  • 2007 – 41,755 miles
  • 2006 – 38,585 miles
  • 2005 – 35,560 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,708 miles
  • AdvisoryAll suspension corroded ( covered with wax )
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Front upper and lower suspension arms corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,708 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    77,708 miles
    Test number
    933892308032
    • AdvisoryAll suspension corroded ( covered with wax )
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass77,701 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    77,701 miles
    Test number
    713942402611
    • AdvisoryFront upper and lower suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer cill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cill closing area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear upper and lower suspension arms corroded

  3. Fail77,701 miles (+38)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,701 miles
    Test number
    500900661841
    • MajorNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront upper and lower suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer cill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cill closing area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear upper and lower suspension arms corroded

  4. Pass77,663 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    77,663 miles
    Test number
    646421901663
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components have surface corrosion

  5. Fail77,663 miles (+3,709)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,663 miles
    Test number
    333746044589
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components have surface corrosion

  6. Pass73,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    73,954 miles
    Test number
    504905715590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail73,954 miles (+942)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,954 miles
    Test number
    172954664644
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass73,012 miles (+2,141)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    73,012 miles
    Test number
    320492156666
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass70,871 miles (+2,244)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    70,871 miles
    Test number
    855259114273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass68,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    68,627 miles
    Test number
    387052323216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail68,627 miles (+1,859)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,627 miles
    Test number
    507931223202
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass66,768 miles (+4,723)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    66,768 miles
    Test number
    439963122283
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass62,045 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    62,045 miles
    Test number
    408293021298
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth front chassis legs damaged
    • NoteFront and rear suspension arms rusty
    • NoteRear brake discs rusty

  14. Fail62,045 miles (+4,937)3 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,045 miles
    Test number
    396432021275
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth front chassis legs damaged
    • NoteFront and rear suspension arms rusty
    • NoteRear brake discs rusty

  15. Pass57,108 miles (+4,172)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    57,108 miles
    Test number
    744231120280
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth front chassis legs surface corrsoion
    • NoteBoth fronts brakes starting to bind
    • NoteFront and rear suspension components rusty
    • NoteRear brake discs surace corrosion

  16. Pass52,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    52,936 miles
    Test number
    353422129243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail52,936 miles (+6,434)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,936 miles
    Test number
    402592029245
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  18. Pass46,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    46,502 miles
    Test number
    810297018244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,502 miles (+4,747)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,502 miles
    Test number
    392477418212
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

  20. Pass41,755 miles (+3,170)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    41,755 miles
    Test number
    484590727291
    • NoteOffside front caliper sticking on slightly

  21. Pass38,585 miles (+3,025)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    38,585 miles
    Test number
    321999716238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    35,560 miles
    Test number
    581551825257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail35,560 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,560 miles
    Test number
    924471825275
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth rear Tyres @ 2mm † †Tyre Size = 185/60x14 ('H' Rated)

Questions about S37 ADU

Does S37 ADU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S37 ADU expired on 29 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S37 ADU?
The MOT on S37 ADU expired on 29 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S37 ADU done?
S37 ADU was recorded at 77,708 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2024, an average of 2,251 miles a year.
Has S37 ADU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S37 ADU has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on S37 ADU 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 S37 ADU find?
S37 ADU passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2024 with 3 advisories: all suspension corroded ( covered with wax ); nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill.

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