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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,839 cc

S62 TUXMOT history

S62 TUX is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Apr 2010. Its MOT expired on 22 Jun 2023 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 137,913 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2022.

S62 TUX black 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 22 Jun 2023
Mileage
137,913 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2022
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,871 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S62 TUX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Apr 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S62 TUX was last recorded at 137,913 miles on 15 Jun 2022, 4,831 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,082 miles · 21 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
4,831 miles
Average per year
5,871 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 137,913 miles
  • 2021 – 133,082 miles
  • 2020 – 129,388 miles
  • 2019 – 128,959 miles
  • 2018 – 124,047 miles
  • 2017 – 119,610 miles
  • 2016 – 106,837 miles
  • 2015 – 96,935 miles
  • 2014 – 89,464 miles
  • 2013 – 82,368 miles
  • 2012 – 74,884 miles
  • 2011 – 68,079 miles
  • 2010 – 66,463 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,913 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Engine covers obstruct view to some components inside the engine bay

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 14 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,913 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    137,913 miles
    Test number
    207196329933
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail137,913 miles (+4,831)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,913 miles
    Test number
    905966309326
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass133,082 miles (+94)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    133,082 miles
    Test number
    778997656730
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail132,988 miles (+3,600)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,988 miles
    Test number
    265289237309
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass129,388 miles (+429)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    129,388 miles
    Test number
    703469359967
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail128,959 miles (+4,912)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,959 miles
    Test number
    807860404058
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass124,047 miles (+4,437)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    124,047 miles
    Test number
    360497370081
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass119,610 miles (+12,773)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    119,610 miles
    Test number
    471833986898
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers obstruct view to some components inside the engine bay
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers obstruct view to some components on the underside

  9. Pass106,837 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    106,837 miles
    Test number
    471153699382
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers obstruct view to some components inside the engine bay
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers obstruct view to some components on the under side

  10. Fail106,834 miles (+9,899)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,834 miles
    Test number
    943104384578
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers obstruct view to some components inside the engine bay
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers obstruct view to some components on the under side

  11. Pass96,935 miles (+7,471)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    96,935 miles
    Test number
    298051335411
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth inner and outer sills painted with stone chip at time of test

  12. Fail89,464 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,464 miles
    Test number
    208899324157
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  13. Pass89,464 miles (+7,096)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    89,464 miles
    Test number
    438029524186
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Pass82,368 miles (+7,484)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    82,368 miles
    Test number
    117102313100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

  15. Pass74,884 miles (+6,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    74,884 miles
    Test number
    215830112164
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass68,079 miles (+1,616)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    68,079 miles
    Test number
    168443511186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    66,463 miles
    Test number
    711944500120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S62 TUX

Does S62 TUX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S62 TUX expired on 22 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S62 TUX?
The MOT on S62 TUX expired on 22 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S62 TUX done?
S62 TUX was recorded at 137,913 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2022, an average of 5,871 miles a year.
Has S62 TUX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S62 TUX has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on S62 TUX 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 S62 TUX find?
S62 TUX passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2022 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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