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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S53 RNKMOT history

S53 RNK is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 108,660 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

S53 RNK red 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 26 Mar 2025
Mileage
108,660 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,689 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S53 RNK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S53 RNK was last recorded at 108,660 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 1,785 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,875 miles · 27 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1,785 miles
Average per year
2,689 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,660 miles
  • 2024 – 106,875 miles
  • 2022 – 99,988 miles
  • 2021 – 99,979 miles
  • 2019 – 99,022 miles
  • 2018 – 96,063 miles
  • 2017 – 91,208 miles
  • 2016 – 85,352 miles
  • 2015 – 81,701 miles
  • 2014 – 77,476 miles
  • 2013 – 76,286 miles
  • 2012 – 75,108 miles
  • 2011 – 73,977 miles
  • 2010 – 73,286 miles
  • 2009 – 70,940 miles
  • 2008 – 63,382 miles
  • 2007 – 57,966 miles
  • 2006 – 54,998 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail108,660 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At back box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded, offside disc painted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Undertray installed. Corroded and loose, but not insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail108,660 miles (+1,785)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,660 miles
    Test number
    476963341065
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass106,875 miles (+6,887)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    106,875 miles
    Test number
    842208939159
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Slight corrosion

  3. Pass99,988 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    99,988 miles
    Test number
    548139689643
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded, offside disc painted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray installed. Corroded and loose, but not insecure

  4. Fail99,987 miles (+8)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,987 miles
    Test number
    357073028270
    • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill/floor pan corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel Both sides (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded, offside disc painted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray installed. Corroded and loose, but not insecure

  5. Fail99,979 miles (+957)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,979 miles
    Test number
    556167032935
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Forward chassis rail corroded through (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Airbag light flashing when steering wheel is turned (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Forward chassis rail corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPartial under tray installed, preventing full inspection of some engine components

  6. Pass99,022 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    99,022 miles
    Test number
    282214607512
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail99,022 miles (+2,959)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,022 miles
    Test number
    389075814227
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass96,063 miles (+4,855)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    96,063 miles
    Test number
    181683281428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,208 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    91,208 miles
    Test number
    599399836715
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm 185/60R14 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread is wearing out of shape and cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread is cracking

  10. Fail91,208 miles (+5,856)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,208 miles
    Test number
    143023158416
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm 185/60R14 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre tread is wearing out of shape and cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread is cracking

  11. Pass85,352 miles (+3,651)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    85,352 miles
    Test number
    882912230560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm 185/60R14 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass81,701 miles (+4,225)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    81,701 miles
    Test number
    247890265184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,476 miles
    Test number
    585394974143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail77,476 miles (+1,190)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,476 miles
    Test number
    229564574161
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass76,286 miles (+1,178)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    76,286 miles
    Test number
    965934663186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteRear sills rusted through just outside prescribed area

  16. Pass75,108 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    75,108 miles
    Test number
    248865662128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  17. Fail75,108 miles (+1,131)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,108 miles
    Test number
    215535362154
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass73,977 miles (+691)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    73,977 miles
    Test number
    199502971157
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight surface rust to o/s sill area

  19. Pass73,286 miles (+2,346)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    73,286 miles
    Test number
    400905360429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail70,940 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,940 miles
    Test number
    443219439209
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteCorrosion in n/s/r centre brake pipe soon req's attention.
    • NoteCorrosion in o/s outer sill area.
    • NoteFront & rear suspension arms rusty.

  21. Pass70,940 miles (+7,558)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    70,940 miles
    Test number
    482029339231
    • NoteCorrosion in n/s/r centre brake pipe soon req's attention.
    • NoteCorrosion in o/s outer sill area.
    • NoteFront & rear suspension arms rusty.

  22. Pass63,382 miles (+5,416)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    63,382 miles
    Test number
    220421248287
    • NoteCorrosion in o/s outer sill.
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn 2mm.
    • NoteO/s/r & n/s/f tyres slightly cracked & perished.
    • NoteRear brakes discs worn & pitted.

  23. Pass57,966 miles (+2,968)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    57,966 miles
    Test number
    384391827418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    54,998 miles
    Test number
    490830466044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S53 RNK

Does S53 RNK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S53 RNK expired on 26 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S53 RNK?
The MOT on S53 RNK expired on 26 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S53 RNK done?
S53 RNK was recorded at 108,660 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 2,689 miles a year.
Has S53 RNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S53 RNK has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S53 RNK 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 RNK find?
S53 RNK failed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; parking brake efficiency below requirements; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 3 more.

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