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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,839 cc

S61 JRUMOT history

S61 JRU is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 6 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 114,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

S61 JRU red 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 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
114,949 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,902 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S61 JRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
6 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S61 JRU was last recorded at 114,949 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 9,743 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,206 miles · 3 May 2024
Between the last two tests
9,743 miles
Average per year
4,902 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,949 miles
  • 2024 – 105,206 miles
  • 2023 – 104,603 miles
  • 2022 – 102,015 miles
  • 2021 – 98,457 miles
  • 2016 – 92,125 miles
  • 2015 – 87,409 miles
  • 2014 – 80,541 miles
  • 2013 – 73,108 miles
  • 2012 – 64,790 miles
  • 2011 – 57,269 miles
  • 2010 – 47,034 miles
  • 2009 – 38,521 miles
  • 2008 – 30,273 miles
  • 2007 – 25,096 miles
  • 2006 – 17,026 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,949 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderbody 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.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,949 miles (+9,743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    114,949 miles
    Test number
    257685191695
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  2. Pass105,206 miles (+6)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    105,206 miles
    Test number
    977058446415
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded

  3. Fail105,200 miles (+597)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,200 miles
    Test number
    316455174046
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Fail104,603 miles (+2,588)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,603 miles
    Test number
    502086035623
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 0.5 (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both sides, chassis. marked in chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both lamps (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisorySills corroded
    • AdvisoryTyres stretched to rims

  5. Pass102,015 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    102,015 miles
    Test number
    416699405219
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis legs corroded and splitting strong advise prob requires welding repairs (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail102,015 miles (+3,558)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,015 miles
    Test number
    798910060552
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis legs corroded and splitting strong advise prob requires welding repairs (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass98,457 miles (+6,332)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    98,457 miles
    Test number
    353682411634
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass92,125 miles (+4,716)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    92,125 miles
    Test number
    208354053635
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light on.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  9. Pass87,409 miles (+6,868)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    87,409 miles
    Test number
    611182271863
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chass/rail area (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outer sill area (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outer sill area (6.1.B.2)

  10. Pass80,541 miles (+7,433)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    80,541 miles
    Test number
    447012834399
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass73,108 miles (+8,318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    73,108 miles
    Test number
    215113833388
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass64,790 miles (+7,521)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    64,790 miles
    Test number
    457158222316
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  13. Pass57,269 miles (+10,235)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    57,269 miles
    Test number
    259771121359
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn inside edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn inside edge

  14. Pass47,034 miles (+8,513)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    47,034 miles
    Test number
    151190630312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass38,521 miles (+8,248)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    38,521 miles
    Test number
    401350119321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,273 miles (+5,177)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    30,273 miles
    Test number
    852572928354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail25,096 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,096 miles
    Test number
    140854617174
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass25,096 miles (+8,070)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    25,096 miles
    Test number
    573784817167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    17,026 miles
    Test number
    882859606136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S61 JRU

Does S61 JRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S61 JRU is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S61 JRU?
The MOT on S61 JRU is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S61 JRU done?
S61 JRU was recorded at 114,949 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 4,902 miles a year.
Has S61 JRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S61 JRU has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2024.
Has the mileage on S61 JRU 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 JRU find?
S61 JRU passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: underbody corrosion.

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