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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

S61 ADMMOT history

S61 ADM is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 107,236 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

S61 ADM blue 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 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
107,236 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S61 ADM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S61 ADM was last recorded at 107,236 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 24,147 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,089 miles · 6 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
24,147 miles
Average per year
2,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,236 miles
  • 2024 – 83,089 miles
  • 2022 – 74,340 miles
  • 2021 – 72,335 miles
  • 2020 – 68,206 miles
  • 2019 – 68,183 miles
  • 2018 – 68,000 miles
  • 2017 – 67,598 miles
  • 2016 – 66,918 miles
  • 2015 – 65,664 miles
  • 2014 – 63,815 miles
  • 2013 – 63,179 miles
  • 2012 – 62,547 miles
  • 2011 – 61,507 miles
  • 2010 – 59,982 miles
  • 2009 – 57,789 miles
  • 2008 – 56,762 miles
  • 2007 – 55,229 miles
  • 2006 – 53,375 miles
  • 2005 – 47,642 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,236 miles
  • MinorCentral Lower Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported bolt has broken for clip holding brake pipes. (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBell housing has two bolts missing, but the rest look tight.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Driver's airbag missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,236 miles (+24,147)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    107,236 miles
    Test number
    110449412352
    • MinorCentral Lower Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported bolt has broken for clip holding brake pipes. (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBell housing has two bolts missing, but the rest look tight.

  2. Pass83,089 miles (+8,749)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    83,089 miles
    Test number
    421088984358
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass74,340 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    74,340 miles
    Test number
    769605777910
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  4. Fail74,340 miles (+68)4 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,340 miles
    Test number
    238269161293
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

  5. Fail74,272 miles (+1,937)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,272 miles
    Test number
    151336969375
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,335 miles (+72)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    72,335 miles
    Test number
    832380434780
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all

  7. Fail72,263 miles (+4,057)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,263 miles
    Test number
    376377479274
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all

  8. Pass68,206 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    68,206 miles
    Test number
    199113538785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,183 miles (+183)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,183 miles
    Test number
    240058276978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,000 miles (+402)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    68,000 miles
    Test number
    505865401248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass67,598 miles (+680)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    67,598 miles
    Test number
    101831147091
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded nearside rear to offside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer wing to sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight brake binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer wing to sill corroded

  12. Pass66,918 miles (+1,254)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    66,918 miles
    Test number
    861267926744
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre perished nearly to cords
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake slightly tight & needs attention soon
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has deep perishing nearly to cords
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass65,664 miles (+1,849)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    65,664 miles
    Test number
    429124062208
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre tread depth at 3mm on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre starting to perish, tread depth at 3mm on outer edge
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  14. Pass63,815 miles (+636)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    63,815 miles
    Test number
    337527904316
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres splitting

  15. Pass63,179 miles (+632)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    63,179 miles
    Test number
    199265313379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteOffside front brake slight binding

  16. Pass62,547 miles (+1,040)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    62,547 miles
    Test number
    957841822396
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front brake slight binding
    • NoteUnable to see all brake pipes to test

  17. Pass61,507 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    61,507 miles
    Test number
    327785401344
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front brake binding(to low to read on brake test)
    • NoteUnable to see all brake pipes to test

  18. Fail61,507 miles (+1,525)2 dangerous3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,507 miles
    Test number
    475155901319
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front brake binding(to low to read on brake test)
    • NoteUnable to see all brake pipes to test

  19. Pass59,982 miles (+2,193)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    59,982 miles
    Test number
    853935090244
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to perish, tread at 2mm

  20. Pass57,789 miles (+1,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    57,789 miles
    Test number
    671412699212
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass56,762 miles (+1,533)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    56,762 miles
    Test number
    692355708326
    • NoteCenter to rear silencer join corroding
    • NoteO/s/r tyre tread at 2.5mm

  22. Pass55,229 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    55,229 miles
    Test number
    663119497282
    • NoteN/s/r outter sill badly corroded

  23. Fail55,229 miles (+1,854)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,229 miles
    Test number
    304799497280
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteN/s/r outter sill badly corroded

  24. Pass53,375 miles (+5,733)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    53,375 miles
    Test number
    582463306324
    • NoteSlight drag on o/s/f brake.... † inspection advised!

  25. Pass47,642 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    47,642 miles
    Test number
    411294615447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass47,622 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    47,622 miles
    Test number
    743840465236
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR TYRE IS AT 2.0 MM(SOON)

Questions about S61 ADM

Does S61 ADM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S61 ADM is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S61 ADM?
The MOT on S61 ADM is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S61 ADM done?
S61 ADM was recorded at 107,236 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 2,857 miles a year.
Has S61 ADM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S61 ADM has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on S61 ADM 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 S61 ADM find?
S61 ADM passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: central lower brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported bolt has broken for clip holding brake pipes.; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 2 more.

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