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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S64 ADUMOT history

S64 ADU is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 29 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 80,237 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Mar 2024.

S64 ADU gold 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 29 Aug 2023
Mileage
80,237 mi
At MOT on 15 Mar 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,818 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S64 ADU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S64 ADU was last recorded at 80,237 miles on 15 Mar 2024, 2,695 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,542 miles · 30 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
2,695 miles
Average per year
1,818 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 80,237 miles
  • 2022 – 77,542 miles
  • 2021 – 71,822 miles
  • 2020 – 66,945 miles
  • 2019 – 66,063 miles
  • 2018 – 66,063 miles
  • 2017 – 65,791 miles
  • 2015 – 64,440 miles
  • 2014 – 62,025 miles
  • 2013 – 60,667 miles
  • 2012 – 59,318 miles
  • 2011 – 58,717 miles
  • 2010 – 57,435 miles
  • 2009 – 55,205 miles
  • 2008 – 52,346 miles
  • 2007 – 51,485 miles
  • 2006 – 49,492 miles
  • 2005 – 46,495 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail80,237 miles
  • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge extremely worn (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside chassis rails (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security nearside and offside chassis rails (6.2.2 (d) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail80,237 miles (+2,695)9 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,237 miles
    Test number
    178793572094
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge extremely worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside chassis rails (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security nearside and offside chassis rails (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass77,542 miles (+5,720)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    77,542 miles
    Test number
    957649961994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass71,822 miles (+4,877)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    71,822 miles
    Test number
    284624967077
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass66,945 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    66,945 miles
    Test number
    647230454500
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail66,945 miles (+882)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,945 miles
    Test number
    489269968102
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass66,063 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    66,063 miles
    Test number
    140157361125
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and Rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass66,063 miles (+272)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    66,063 miles
    Test number
    667542940652
    • AdvisoryALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass65,791 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    65,791 miles
    Test number
    338165372475
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underside areas / sections (nearside & offside) (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both nearside & offside underside / areas (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  9. Fail65,791 miles (+1,351)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,791 miles
    Test number
    308532428881
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underside areas / sections (nearside & offside) (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both nearside & offside underside / areas (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  10. Pass64,440 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    64,440 miles
    Test number
    206719415214
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail64,440 miles (+2,415)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,440 miles
    Test number
    369639915481
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail62,025 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,025 miles
    Test number
    908887324229
    • Repaired at testOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear end seals thin

  13. Pass62,025 miles (+1,358)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    62,025 miles
    Test number
    989577724244
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear end seals thin

  14. Fail60,667 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,667 miles
    Test number
    368054623447
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass60,667 miles (+1,349)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    60,667 miles
    Test number
    446964423215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    59,318 miles
    Test number
    367607022265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail59,318 miles (+601)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,318 miles
    Test number
    385687722262
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

  18. Pass58,717 miles (+1,282)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    58,717 miles
    Test number
    317038531443
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail57,435 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,435 miles
    Test number
    170089920233
    • Repaired at testFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

  20. Pass57,435 miles (+2,230)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    57,435 miles
    Test number
    351359320465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,205 miles (+2,859)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    55,205 miles
    Test number
    301967619457
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass52,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    52,346 miles
    Test number
    542581928213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail52,346 miles (+861)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,346 miles
    Test number
    824121228231
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  24. Pass51,485 miles (+1,993)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    51,485 miles
    Test number
    590596527260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass49,492 miles (+2,997)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    49,492 miles
    Test number
    123403746295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,495 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    46,495 miles
    Test number
    344906335412
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about S64 ADU

Does S64 ADU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S64 ADU expired on 29 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S64 ADU?
The MOT on S64 ADU expired on 29 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S64 ADU done?
S64 ADU was recorded at 80,237 miles at its MOT on 15 Mar 2024, an average of 1,818 miles a year.
Has S64 ADU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S64 ADU has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on S64 ADU 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 S64 ADU find?
S64 ADU failed its latest MOT on 15 Mar 2024 with 9 major defects and 11 advisories: driver's airbag obviously inoperative; horn not working; nearside headlamp not working on main beam, and 17 more.

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