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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

S40 TAOMOT history

S40 TAO is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 17 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 100,585 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

S40 TAO silver 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 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
100,585 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,127 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 TAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 TAO was last recorded at 100,585 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 2,934 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,651 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,934 miles
Average per year
3,127 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,585 miles
  • 2024 – 97,651 miles
  • 2023 – 95,656 miles
  • 2022 – 93,441 miles
  • 2021 – 91,386 miles
  • 2020 – 90,263 miles
  • 2019 – 88,937 miles
  • 2018 – 86,578 miles
  • 2016 – 86,035 miles
  • 2014 – 83,892 miles
  • 2013 – 83,448 miles
  • 2012 – 78,258 miles
  • 2011 – 73,107 miles
  • 2010 – 68,876 miles
  • 2009 – 63,149 miles
  • 2008 – 54,857 miles
  • 2007 – 48,181 miles
  • 2006 – 40,522 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,585 miles
  • AdvisoryAdvise n/s/r inner sill corroded just out side prescribe area ,n/s/f sill/ wing corroded, suspension corroded ,undersealed.

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass100,585 miles (+2,934)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    100,585 miles
    Test number
    333969857173
    • AdvisoryAdvise n/s/r inner sill corroded just out side prescribe area ,n/s/f sill/ wing corroded, suspension corroded ,undersealed.

  2. Pass97,651 miles (+1,995)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    97,651 miles
    Test number
    560907870473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass95,656 miles (+2,215)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    95,656 miles
    Test number
    462524751183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass93,441 miles (+2,055)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    93,441 miles
    Test number
    380702200499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass91,386 miles (+1,123)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    91,386 miles
    Test number
    313490154426
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL FOUR (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i)) Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i)) Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass90,263 miles (+1,326)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    90,263 miles
    Test number
    187417939522
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass88,937 miles (+2,359)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    88,937 miles
    Test number
    207688173068
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass86,578 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    86,578 miles
    Test number
    298830158927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail86,576 miles (+27)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,576 miles
    Test number
    385887258448
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  10. Fail86,549 miles (+5)6 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,549 miles
    Test number
    634103638299
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Brake Imbalance across rear axle. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail86,544 miles (+509)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,544 miles
    Test number
    504243767640
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  12. Pass86,035 miles (+2,143)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    86,035 miles
    Test number
    178382136452
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage Shock absorber lower bush deteriorated. (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage shock absorber lower bush deteriorated. (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass83,892 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    83,892 miles
    Test number
    799446574234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail83,890 miles (+442)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,890 miles
    Test number
    329074674435
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  15. Pass83,448 miles (+44)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    83,448 miles
    Test number
    409404323261
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Fail83,404 miles (+5,146)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,404 miles
    Test number
    767129413246
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass78,258 miles (+111)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    78,258 miles
    Test number
    496407142285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Fail78,147 miles (+5,040)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,147 miles
    Test number
    655417032234
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Fail73,107 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,107 miles
    Test number
    236333401250
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight cut to nearside front tyre inner sidewall

  20. Pass73,107 miles (+4,231)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    73,107 miles
    Test number
    338173701481
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight cut to nearside front tyre inner sidewall

  21. Pass68,876 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    68,876 miles
    Test number
    390110840297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail68,876 miles (+5,727)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,876 miles
    Test number
    642260940223
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass63,149 miles (+8,292)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    63,149 miles
    Test number
    933461849274
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass54,857 miles (+6,676)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    54,857 miles
    Test number
    211819138259
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteHandbrake close to stop

  25. Pass48,181 miles (+7,659)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    48,181 miles
    Test number
    543236237216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteHandbrake close to stop

  26. Pass40,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    40,522 miles
    Test number
    290828136207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 TAO

Does S40 TAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 TAO is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S40 TAO?
The MOT on S40 TAO is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 TAO done?
S40 TAO was recorded at 100,585 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 3,127 miles a year.
Has S40 TAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 TAO has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on S40 TAO 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 TAO find?
S40 TAO passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: advise n/s/r inner sill corroded just out side prescribe area ,n/s/f sill/ wing corroded, suspension corroded ,undersealed..

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