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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S53 ERRMOT history

S53 ERR is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 19 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 20 Jun 2023 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 68,033 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2022.

S53 ERR green Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Jun 2023
Mileage
68,033 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2022
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,795 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S53 ERR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
19 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S53 ERR was last recorded at 68,033 miles on 6 Jun 2022, 102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,931 miles · 25 May 2021
Between the last two tests
102 miles
Average per year
1,795 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 68,033 miles
  • 2021 – 67,931 miles
  • 2020 – 67,809 miles
  • 2019 – 67,712 miles
  • 2018 – 67,640 miles
  • 2017 – 67,541 miles
  • 2016 – 67,406 miles
  • 2015 – 66,993 miles
  • 2014 – 66,383 miles
  • 2013 – 65,984 miles
  • 2012 – 65,363 miles
  • 2011 – 64,509 miles
  • 2010 – 58,764 miles
  • 2009 – 53,282 miles
  • 2008 – 48,177 miles
  • 2007 – 44,858 miles
  • 2006 – 39,056 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,033 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryUnder vehicle has signs of surface corrosion

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,033 miles (+102)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    68,033 miles
    Test number
    689794677025
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle has signs of surface corrosion

  2. Pass67,931 miles (+122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    67,931 miles
    Test number
    395629750927
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass67,809 miles (+97)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    67,809 miles
    Test number
    236511363376
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass67,712 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    67,712 miles
    Test number
    388501757305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass67,640 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    67,640 miles
    Test number
    841378393758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass67,541 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    67,541 miles
    Test number
    820306479726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail67,534 miles (+128)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,534 miles
    Test number
    884129641157
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Service Brake (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Service Brake (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass67,406 miles (+413)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    67,406 miles
    Test number
    858724472951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,993 miles (+610)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    66,993 miles
    Test number
    439675655145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass66,383 miles (+399)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    66,383 miles
    Test number
    955683844130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass65,984 miles (+621)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    65,984 miles
    Test number
    265648043185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,363 miles (+854)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,363 miles
    Test number
    259240552417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,509 miles (+276)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    64,509 miles
    Test number
    297021471461
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s/r brake disc corroded

  14. Pass64,233 miles (+5,469)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    64,233 miles
    Test number
    616994721108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass58,764 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    58,764 miles
    Test number
    234746720465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail58,689 miles (+5,407)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,689 miles
    Test number
    533797410140
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension components are very corroded
    • NoteSteering wheel grip is loose

  17. Pass53,282 miles (+5,105)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    53,282 miles
    Test number
    453790119195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,177 miles (+3,319)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    48,177 miles
    Test number
    741221528167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    44,858 miles
    Test number
    640100027156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,835 miles (+9,779)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,835 miles
    Test number
    923460527161
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass39,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    39,056 miles
    Test number
    754675706153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S53 ERR

Does S53 ERR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S53 ERR expired on 20 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S53 ERR?
The MOT on S53 ERR expired on 20 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S53 ERR done?
S53 ERR was recorded at 68,033 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2022, an average of 1,795 miles a year.
Has S53 ERR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S53 ERR has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2017.
Has the mileage on S53 ERR 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 S53 ERR find?
S53 ERR passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2022 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round; under vehicle has signs of surface corrosion.

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