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Mazda Xedos 9

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 2,255 cc

S5 YWLMOT history

S5 YWL is a green petrol Mazda Xedos 9 first used on 4 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 76,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
76,521 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,516 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 YWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Xedos 9
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,255 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
4 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 YWL was last recorded at 76,521 miles on 21 May 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,511 miles · 15 May 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
2,516 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,521 miles
  • 2024 – 76,492 miles
  • 2023 – 75,660 miles
  • 2022 – 74,731 miles
  • 2021 – 74,685 miles
  • 2020 – 73,560 miles
  • 2019 – 72,849 miles
  • 2018 – 71,310 miles
  • 2017 – 70,465 miles
  • 2016 – 69,360 miles
  • 2015 – 67,586 miles
  • 2014 – 64,462 miles
  • 2013 – 53,156 miles
  • 2012 – 40,428 miles
  • 2011 – 30,382 miles
  • 2010 – 29,473 miles
  • 2009 – 28,797 miles
  • 2007 – 27,879 miles
  • 2006 – 26,407 miles
  • 2005 – 24,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,521 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed limiting inspectionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,521 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    76,521 miles
    Test number
    613231831578
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed limiting inspection

  2. Fail76,511 miles (+19)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,511 miles
    Test number
    711394936065
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired Marked in yellow inner arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed limiting inspection

  3. Fail76,492 miles (+832)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,492 miles
    Test number
    718741979203
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass75,660 miles (+20)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    75,660 miles
    Test number
    779033619685
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also smells slightly fumes (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAuto gear change very stiff
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on brake pipes
    • AdvisoryThrottle sticking slightly

  5. Fail75,640 miles (+909)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,640 miles
    Test number
    568619597846
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Upper arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass74,731 miles (+46)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    74,731 miles
    Test number
    192597970799
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Tie bar cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Tie bar cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail74,685 miles (+1,125)6 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,685 miles
    Test number
    897638797019
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass73,560 miles (+711)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    73,560 miles
    Test number
    834414637763
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear track control arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorUpper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front floor corroded

  9. Pass72,849 miles (+1,539)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    72,849 miles
    Test number
    418335307873
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass71,310 miles (+845)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    71,310 miles
    Test number
    781173910199
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass70,465 miles (+86)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    70,465 miles
    Test number
    215276504721
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Fail70,379 miles (+1,019)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,379 miles
    Test number
    799971647209
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass69,360 miles (+1,774)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    69,360 miles
    Test number
    102156477890
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded centre pipe to back box

  14. Pass67,586 miles (+3,124)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    67,586 miles
    Test number
    829288459948
    • AdvisoryCenter and rear exhaust sections corroded and center exhaust mount missing but still supported
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in both inner sills
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust cat. weeping gasses

  15. Pass64,462 miles (+11,306)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    64,462 miles
    Test number
    819535034301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,156 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    53,156 miles
    Test number
    519335443306
    • 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)

  17. Fail53,156 miles (+12,728)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,156 miles
    Test number
    536899033347
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass40,428 miles (+10,046)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    40,428 miles
    Test number
    475558622390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,382 miles (+336)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    30,382 miles
    Test number
    685929621309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,046 miles (+573)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    30,046 miles
    Test number
    199119211437
    • NoteN/s/f tyre flat/low pressure.

  21. Fail29,473 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,473 miles
    Test number
    171471920066
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteInner sills slightly corroded not to x/s at time of test.
    • NoteN/s/f tyre flat/punctured at time of test.
    • NotePlastic covers fitted over outer sills unable to check condition at time of test.

  22. Pass29,473 miles (+676)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    29,473 miles
    Test number
    750041320020
    • NoteInner sills slightly corroded not to x/s at time of test.
    • NoteN/s/f tyre flat/punctured at time of test.
    • NotePlastic covers fitted over outer sills unable to check condition at time of test.

  23. Pass28,797 miles (+918)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    28,797 miles
    Test number
    363161029087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,879 miles (+1,472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    27,879 miles
    Test number
    621264147344
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  25. Pass26,407 miles (+1,464)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    26,407 miles
    Test number
    744895046331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    24,943 miles
    Test number
    103672925368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail24,943 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,943 miles
    Test number
    382092825362
    • FailureNearside Front Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about S5 YWL

Does S5 YWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 YWL is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 YWL?
The MOT on S5 YWL is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 YWL done?
S5 YWL was recorded at 76,521 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 2,516 miles a year.
Has S5 YWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 YWL has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 YWL 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 S5 YWL find?
S5 YWL passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; vehicle undersealed limiting inspection.

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