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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

S54 CUBMOT history

S54 CUB is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 122,337 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

S54 CUB green 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 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
122,337 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,223 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S54 CUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
2 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S54 CUB was last recorded at 122,337 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 3,885 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
118,452 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,885 miles
Average per year
3,223 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,337 miles
  • 2024 – 118,452 miles
  • 2023 – 114,026 miles
  • 2022 – 108,023 miles
  • 2021 – 101,773 miles
  • 2020 – 101,016 miles
  • 2019 – 100,205 miles
  • 2018 – 99,074 miles
  • 2017 – 97,536 miles
  • 2015 – 96,415 miles
  • 2014 – 94,613 miles
  • 2013 – 92,973 miles
  • 2012 – 90,946 miles
  • 2011 – 88,292 miles
  • 2010 – 48,104 miles
  • 2009 – 77,418 miles
  • 2008 – 77,418 miles
  • 2007 – 73,605 miles
  • 2006 – 64,351 miles
  • 2005 – 57,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,337 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,337 miles (+3,885)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    122,337 miles
    Test number
    695882310949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass118,452 miles (+4,426)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    118,452 miles
    Test number
    213342122376
    • AdvisoryRear both rear suspension arms have been repaired by welding,however this is a multipart component so this is acceptable. i would however recommend replacement.
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion.
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam image clarity poor. rectification recommended.

  3. Pass114,026 miles (+6,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    114,026 miles
    Test number
    377922723345
    • AdvisoryExtensive superficial corrosion

  4. Pass108,023 miles (+6,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    108,023 miles
    Test number
    203488068036
    • AdvisoryO/side rear suspension arm requires minor repair

  5. Pass101,773 miles (+757)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    101,773 miles
    Test number
    664608663616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass101,016 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    101,016 miles
    Test number
    117590982772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail101,006 miles (+801)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,006 miles
    Test number
    572621807897
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill slightly corroded

  8. Pass100,205 miles (+1,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    100,205 miles
    Test number
    774144482429
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  9. Pass99,074 miles (+1,538)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    99,074 miles
    Test number
    975623347680
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor has corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight loose when bonnet up but secure when shut

  10. Pass97,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    97,536 miles
    Test number
    901816698660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail97,536 miles (+1,121)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,536 miles
    Test number
    561523812676
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass96,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    96,415 miles
    Test number
    959193985158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail96,415 miles (+1,802)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,415 miles
    Test number
    545922085138
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass94,613 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    94,613 miles
    Test number
    108174284148
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  15. FailMileage not read5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    658463484152
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass92,973 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    92,973 miles
    Test number
    556831573108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  17. Fail92,973 miles (+2,027)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,973 miles
    Test number
    569781373182
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  18. Pass90,946 miles (+2,654)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    90,946 miles
    Test number
    908555282116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass88,292 miles (+40,188)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    88,292 miles
    Test number
    848734321035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,104 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,104 miles
    Test number
    171616230498
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteAdvise slight play to near side front anti roll bar link rod
    • NoteAdvise slight play to off side rear anti roll bar link pin

  21. Pass84,104 miles (+6,686)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    84,104 miles
    Test number
    360656430025
    • NoteAdvise slight play to near side front anti roll bar link rod
    • NoteAdvise slight play to off side rear anti roll bar link pin

  22. Pass77,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    77,418 miles
    Test number
    943402509015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail77,418 miles (+2,210)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,418 miles
    Test number
    204765968368
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteGearbox under tray corrosion

  24. Pass75,208 miles (+1,603)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    75,208 miles
    Test number
    433849948071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass73,605 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    73,605 miles
    Test number
    642831897264
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Fail73,605 miles (+9,254)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,605 miles
    Test number
    373161597246
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass64,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    64,351 miles
    Test number
    942153696285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail64,351 miles (+6,597)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,351 miles
    Test number
    963722796252
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass57,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    57,754 miles
    Test number
    480681305490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S54 CUB

Does S54 CUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S54 CUB is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S54 CUB?
The MOT on S54 CUB is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S54 CUB done?
S54 CUB was recorded at 122,337 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 3,223 miles a year.
Has S54 CUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S54 CUB has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on S54 CUB 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 S54 CUB find?
S54 CUB passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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