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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,798 cc

S3 VXYMOT history

S3 VXY is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 20 Jan 2009. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 77,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

S3 VXY 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 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
77,942 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,911 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 VXY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
20 Jan 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 VXY was last recorded at 77,942 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 109 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,833 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
109 miles
Average per year
2,911 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,942 miles
  • 2025 – 77,833 miles
  • 2024 – 77,452 miles
  • 2023 – 76,841 miles
  • 2022 – 74,605 miles
  • 2021 – 72,321 miles
  • 2020 – 70,599 miles
  • 2019 – 68,617 miles
  • 2018 – 62,267 miles
  • 2017 – 57,886 miles
  • 2016 – 50,146 miles
  • 2015 – 47,910 miles
  • 2014 – 44,179 miles
  • 2013 – 40,794 miles
  • 2012 – 38,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,942 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion noticed and advised along with suspension components including front and rear subframeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front tyres wearing on shoulders.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • General corrrosion underside of vehicle.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre deteriorated and cracking close to cords.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,942 miles (+109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    77,942 miles
    Test number
    148953582168
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion noticed and advised along with suspension components including front and rear subframe

  2. Pass77,833 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    77,833 miles
    Test number
    713441000482
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion noticed and advised along with suspension components including front and rear subframe

  3. Fail77,833 miles (+381)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,833 miles
    Test number
    976716693127
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion noticed and advised along with suspension components including front and rear subframe

  4. Pass77,452 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    77,452 miles
    Test number
    248765614614
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryAge related general corrosion notice and advise

  5. Fail77,452 miles (+611)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,452 miles
    Test number
    855924394665
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction on dash (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryAge related general corrosion notice and advise

  6. Pass76,841 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    76,841 miles
    Test number
    697897519683
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on shoulders.
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrrosion underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre deteriorated and cracking close to cords.

  7. Fail76,841 miles (+2,236)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,841 miles
    Test number
    425087432113
    • DangerousOffside Front Coil spring modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.1 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on shoulders.
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrrosion underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre deteriorated and cracking close to cords.

  8. Pass74,605 miles (+2,284)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    74,605 miles
    Test number
    833679728719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,321 miles (+1,722)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    72,321 miles
    Test number
    533911605788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,599 miles (+1,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    70,599 miles
    Test number
    547636756144
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  11. Pass68,617 miles (+6,350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    68,617 miles
    Test number
    508850996651
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight wear in both rear antiroll bar link bottom bushes

  12. Pass62,267 miles (+1,454)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    62,267 miles
    Test number
    430440224872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,813 miles (+2,927)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    60,813 miles
    Test number
    597405458023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,886 miles (+7,740)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    57,886 miles
    Test number
    611621201758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,146 miles (+2,236)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    50,146 miles
    Test number
    744747436495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,910 miles (+3,731)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    47,910 miles
    Test number
    675246695101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    44,179 miles
    Test number
    738047194197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail44,179 miles (+3,385)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,179 miles
    Test number
    327967294146
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass40,794 miles (+2,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    40,794 miles
    Test number
    847910293144
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass38,559 miles (+1,753)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    38,559 miles
    Test number
    215636302219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,806 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    36,806 miles
    Test number
    838356902097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about S3 VXY

Does S3 VXY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 VXY is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 VXY?
The MOT on S3 VXY is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 VXY done?
S3 VXY was recorded at 77,942 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 2,911 miles a year.
Has S3 VXY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 VXY has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on S3 VXY 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 S3 VXY find?
S3 VXY passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: general corrosion noticed and advised along with suspension components including front and rear subframe.

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