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Mazda 2

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,349 cc

S40 MXEMOT history

S40 MXE is a grey petrol Mazda 2 first used on 10 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 81,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

S40 MXE grey Mazda 2 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 2, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Sept 2027
Mileage
81,458 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,204 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 MXE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
2
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,349 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
10 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 MXE was last recorded at 81,458 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,444 miles · 29 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
5,204 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,458 miles
  • 2025 – 80,137 miles
  • 2024 – 78,678 miles
  • 2023 – 75,817 miles
  • 2022 – 69,077 miles
  • 2021 – 62,981 miles
  • 2020 – 60,988 miles
  • 2019 – 56,025 miles
  • 2018 – 46,122 miles
  • 2017 – 31,933 miles
  • 2016 – 25,971 miles
  • 2015 – 21,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,458 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Heat shield looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,458 miles (+14)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    81,458 miles
    Test number
    329423892565
    • AdvisoryCentral Heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail81,444 miles (+1,307)1 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,444 miles
    Test number
    470333720234
    • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective nsf/osf blade split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass80,137 miles (+1,459)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    80,137 miles
    Test number
    483440663552
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass78,678 miles (+2,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    78,678 miles
    Test number
    791221252058
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass75,817 miles (+6,740)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    75,817 miles
    Test number
    891985533890
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass69,077 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    69,077 miles
    Test number
    283833526550
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  7. Fail69,077 miles (+6,096)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,077 miles
    Test number
    274540025454
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle rusty

  8. Pass62,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    62,981 miles
    Test number
    550746165946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail62,981 miles (+1,993)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,981 miles
    Test number
    809029813608
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass60,988 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    60,988 miles
    Test number
    927687648872
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail60,981 miles (+4,956)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,981 miles
    Test number
    811397549199
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass56,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    56,025 miles
    Test number
    674243023766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail56,025 miles (+9,903)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,025 miles
    Test number
    626323193898
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass46,122 miles (+14,189)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    46,122 miles
    Test number
    305207411524
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  15. Pass31,933 miles (+2,551)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    31,933 miles
    Test number
    215251039910
    • AdvisorySills have covers fitted

  16. Pass29,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    29,382 miles
    Test number
    823056791900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail29,380 miles (+3,409)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,380 miles
    Test number
    170599474598
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions lamda and HC high and fluctuating at test

  18. Pass25,971 miles (+4,592)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    25,971 miles
    Test number
    260214696293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    21,379 miles
    Test number
    786347255074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail21,379 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,379 miles
    Test number
    609805055073
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S40 MXE

Does S40 MXE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 MXE is valid until 12 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 MXE?
The MOT on S40 MXE is valid until 12 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 MXE done?
S40 MXE was recorded at 81,458 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 5,204 miles a year.
Has S40 MXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 MXE has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 MXE 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 S40 MXE find?
S40 MXE passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: central heat shield loose; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush slight movement; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/45/16, and 3 more.

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