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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S49 CLGMOT history

S49 CLG is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 67,312 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

S49 CLG gold 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 21 May 2027
Mileage
67,312 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S49 CLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S49 CLG was last recorded at 67,312 miles on 22 May 2026, 608 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,704 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
608 miles
Average per year
1,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,312 miles
  • 2025 – 66,704 miles
  • 2024 – 65,160 miles
  • 2023 – 61,920 miles
  • 2022 – 60,725 miles
  • 2021 – 60,091 miles
  • 2020 – 59,132 miles
  • 2018 – 59,065 miles
  • 2017 – 58,296 miles
  • 2016 – 56,779 miles
  • 2015 – 55,064 miles
  • 2014 – 50,896 miles
  • 2011 – 50,419 miles
  • 2010 – 47,502 miles
  • 2008 – 42,730 miles
  • 2007 – 42,647 miles
  • 2006 – 41,519 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,312 miles
  • AdvisoryFront 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,312 miles (+608)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    67,312 miles
    Test number
    667595222343
    • AdvisoryFront 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass66,704 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    66,704 miles
    Test number
    521764092284
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail66,704 miles (+1,544)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,704 miles
    Test number
    254166998501
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass65,160 miles (+3,240)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    65,160 miles
    Test number
    598230642760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass61,920 miles (+1,195)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    61,920 miles
    Test number
    811349461016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass60,725 miles (+634)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2023
    Odometer
    60,725 miles
    Test number
    193900245791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass60,091 miles (+959)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2022
    Odometer
    60,091 miles
    Test number
    715762947361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass59,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2021
    Odometer
    59,132 miles
    Test number
    580371649601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail59,132 miles (+67)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,132 miles
    Test number
    720345947698
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass59,065 miles (+769)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    59,065 miles
    Test number
    317888829907
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass58,296 miles (+1,517)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    58,296 miles
    Test number
    100042680014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass56,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    56,779 miles
    Test number
    488000389480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail56,779 miles (+1,715)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,779 miles
    Test number
    981368397897
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass55,064 miles (+1)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    55,064 miles
    Test number
    128325685172
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail55,063 miles (+4,167)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,063 miles
    Test number
    439823775116
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass50,896 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    50,896 miles
    Test number
    266948364172
    • NoteBoth front and rear discs pitted.
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail50,896 miles (+477)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,896 miles
    Test number
    396967964104
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front and rear discs pitted.
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass50,419 miles (+2,917)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,419 miles
    Test number
    276553881063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake dicsc rusty .
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnderside of car in rusty condition .

  19. Pass47,502 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    47,502 miles
    Test number
    831614980057
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Fail47,502 miles (+4,772)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,502 miles
    Test number
    883234180001
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass42,730 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    42,730 miles
    Test number
    173026178232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,647 miles (+1,128)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    42,647 miles
    Test number
    611116407214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    41,519 miles
    Test number
    542510896022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail41,519 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,519 miles
    Test number
    674609886017
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about S49 CLG

Does S49 CLG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S49 CLG is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S49 CLG?
The MOT on S49 CLG is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S49 CLG done?
S49 CLG was recorded at 67,312 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 1,280 miles a year.
Has S49 CLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S49 CLG has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2025.
Has the mileage on S49 CLG 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 S49 CLG find?
S49 CLG passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 8 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 5 more.

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