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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,998 cc

S39 CGUMOT history

S39 CGU is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 89,967 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

S39 CGU blue 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 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
89,967 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,298 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S39 CGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S39 CGU was last recorded at 89,967 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 6,477 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
83,490 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,477 miles
Average per year
3,298 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,967 miles
  • 2025 – 83,490 miles
  • 2024 – 75,114 miles
  • 2022 – 71,784 miles
  • 2021 – 67,476 miles
  • 2020 – 62,252 miles
  • 2018 – 55,574 miles
  • 2017 – 45,056 miles
  • 2016 – 36,865 miles
  • 2015 – 35,523 miles
  • 2014 – 33,326 miles
  • 2013 – 29,867 miles
  • 2012 – 27,507 miles
  • 2011 – 25,965 miles
  • 2009 – 24,846 miles
  • 2008 – 23,792 miles
  • 2007 – 22,682 miles
  • 2006 – 21,858 miles
  • 2005 – 21,071 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,967 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear metal brake pipe corroded in areas (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass89,967 miles (+6,477)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    89,967 miles
    Test number
    824681084461
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear metal brake pipe corroded in areas (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass83,490 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    83,490 miles
    Test number
    461302169503
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail83,482 miles (+8,368)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,482 miles
    Test number
    124190924150
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass75,114 miles (+3,330)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    75,114 miles
    Test number
    856256593069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass71,784 miles (+4,308)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    71,784 miles
    Test number
    538665254541
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass67,476 miles (+5,224)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    67,476 miles
    Test number
    176648664978
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass62,252 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    62,252 miles
    Test number
    741333941102
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail62,252 miles (+6,678)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,252 miles
    Test number
    143223822715
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass55,574 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    55,574 miles
    Test number
    618053189762
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail55,557 miles (+10,501)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,557 miles
    Test number
    429397678692
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 37% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass45,056 miles (+8,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    45,056 miles
    Test number
    363523516020
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass36,865 miles (+1,342)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    36,865 miles
    Test number
    537622859270
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass35,523 miles (+2,197)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    35,523 miles
    Test number
    388130045174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass33,326 miles (+3,459)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    33,326 miles
    Test number
    465474934107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,867 miles (+2,360)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    29,867 miles
    Test number
    287073633171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,507 miles (+1,542)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    27,507 miles
    Test number
    827516942178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,965 miles (+1,119)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    25,965 miles
    Test number
    216486341186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,846 miles (+1,054)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    24,846 miles
    Test number
    943809609392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,792 miles (+1,110)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    23,792 miles
    Test number
    460598288264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,682 miles (+824)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    22,682 miles
    Test number
    362992897265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,858 miles (+787)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    21,858 miles
    Test number
    580278956200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    21,071 miles
    Test number
    321486565211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S39 CGU

Does S39 CGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S39 CGU is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S39 CGU?
The MOT on S39 CGU is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S39 CGU done?
S39 CGU was recorded at 89,967 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 3,298 miles a year.
Has S39 CGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S39 CGU has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S39 CGU 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 S39 CGU find?
S39 CGU passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear metal brake pipe corroded in areas; offside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 3 more.

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