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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,839 cc

S61 OCCMOT history

S61 OCC is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 22 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 28 Nov 2024 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 105,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2023.

S61 OCC blue 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 28 Nov 2024
Mileage
105,235 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2023
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,039 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S61 OCC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
22 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S61 OCC was last recorded at 105,235 miles on 29 Nov 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,235 miles · 21 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,039 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 105,235 miles
  • 2022 – 99,794 miles
  • 2021 – 99,709 miles
  • 2020 – 99,399 miles
  • 2019 – 98,699 miles
  • 2018 – 97,088 miles
  • 2017 – 94,831 miles
  • 2016 – 91,138 miles
  • 2015 – 82,978 miles
  • 2014 – 71,947 miles
  • 2013 – 67,319 miles
  • 2012 – 63,319 miles
  • 2011 – 58,258 miles
  • 2010 – 48,676 miles
  • 2009 – 44,843 miles
  • 2008 – 41,510 miles
  • 2007 – 38,414 miles
  • 2006 – 35,370 miles
  • 2005 – 32,067 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,235 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryAll suspension components heavilyrusted front and rearRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • All suspension components heavily rusted front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and offside front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded borderline excessive (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill area (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass105,235 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    105,235 miles
    Test number
    631520427448
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components heavilyrusted front and rear

  2. Fail105,235 miles (+5,441)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,235 miles
    Test number
    586366983266
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components heavilyrusted front and rear

  3. Pass99,794 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    99,794 miles
    Test number
    658398031788
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components heavily rusted front and rear

  4. Fail99,794 miles (+85)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,794 miles
    Test number
    739347951903
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components heavily rusted front and rear

  5. Pass99,709 miles (+310)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    99,709 miles
    Test number
    986660968828
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished asap (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished asap (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished asap (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded

  6. Pass99,399 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    99,399 miles
    Test number
    218480025031
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail99,391 miles (+692)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,391 miles
    Test number
    978550398976
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass98,699 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    98,699 miles
    Test number
    583314545132
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and offside front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Fail98,697 miles (+1,609)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,697 miles
    Test number
    588052986357
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Front to rear section, excessively corroded (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and offside front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass97,088 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    97,088 miles
    Test number
    868982872606
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe corroded within clip (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail97,088 miles (+2,257)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,088 miles
    Test number
    292882235638
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe corroded within clip (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass94,831 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    94,831 miles
    Test number
    491313428517
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded borderline excessive (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill area (2.4.A.3)

  13. Fail94,821 miles (+3,683)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,821 miles
    Test number
    983283383634
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded borderline excessive (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill area (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass91,138 miles (+8,160)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    91,138 miles
    Test number
    284827624641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass82,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    82,978 miles
    Test number
    479493218924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail82,978 miles (+11,031)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,978 miles
    Test number
    979679563225
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass71,947 miles (+4,628)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    71,947 miles
    Test number
    336501394266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,319 miles (+4,000)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    67,319 miles
    Test number
    746557483290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,319 miles (+5,061)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    63,319 miles
    Test number
    399106072430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,258 miles (+9,582)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    58,258 miles
    Test number
    237507861227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,676 miles (+3,833)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    48,676 miles
    Test number
    364248260449
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass44,843 miles (+3,333)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    44,843 miles
    Test number
    231626489203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,510 miles (+3,096)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    41,510 miles
    Test number
    970488888264
    • NoteAll pads becoming low!

  24. Pass38,414 miles (+3,044)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    38,414 miles
    Test number
    324328987495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,370 miles (+3,303)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    35,370 miles
    Test number
    171190496240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail32,067 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,067 miles
    Test number
    300881995201
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  27. Pass32,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    32,067 miles
    Test number
    501961795261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S61 OCC

Does S61 OCC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S61 OCC expired on 28 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S61 OCC?
The MOT on S61 OCC expired on 28 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S61 OCC done?
S61 OCC was recorded at 105,235 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2023, an average of 4,039 miles a year.
Has S61 OCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S61 OCC has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on S61 OCC 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 OCC find?
S61 OCC passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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