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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

S65 CGUMOT history

S65 CGU is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 14 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 119,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2024.

S65 CGU 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 3 Sept 2024
Mileage
119,443 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,327 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S65 CGU
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
14 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S65 CGU was last recorded at 119,443 miles on 9 Sept 2024, 3,002 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,441 miles · 4 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
3,002 miles
Average per year
2,327 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 119,443 miles
  • 2023 – 116,441 miles
  • 2022 – 116,347 miles
  • 2021 – 116,180 miles
  • 2020 – 114,924 miles
  • 2019 – 113,973 miles
  • 2018 – 113,175 miles
  • 2017 – 111,946 miles
  • 2016 – 110,881 miles
  • 2015 – 109,527 miles
  • 2014 – 108,093 miles
  • 2013 – 105,139 miles
  • 2012 – 100,991 miles
  • 2011 – 94,314 miles
  • 2010 – 89,910 miles
  • 2009 – 85,564 miles
  • 2007 – 79,209 miles
  • 2006 – 77,891 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail119,443 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis rail (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis rail (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer chassis rail (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 31 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail119,443 miles (+3,002)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,443 miles
    Test number
    527077632511
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis rail (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis rail (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer chassis rail (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass116,441 miles (+94)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    116,441 miles
    Test number
    877331147212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass116,347 miles (+167)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    116,347 miles
    Test number
    524207837853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass116,180 miles (+1,256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    116,180 miles
    Test number
    480405613544
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass114,924 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    114,924 miles
    Test number
    141564212068
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail114,923 miles (+950)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,923 miles
    Test number
    373791193090
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass113,973 miles (+798)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    113,973 miles
    Test number
    437236684816
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion to underside and components

  8. Pass113,175 miles (+1,229)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    113,175 miles
    Test number
    656027066279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass111,946 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    111,946 miles
    Test number
    337558634101
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  10. Fail111,944 miles (+1,063)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,944 miles
    Test number
    656551635088
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded seal (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  11. Pass110,881 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    110,881 miles
    Test number
    792630643068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded underside of vehicle by sub frame mount(front to rear pipe) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive seal (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail110,881 miles (+1,354)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,881 miles
    Test number
    620961269966
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded underside of vehicle by sub frame mount(front to rear pipe) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive seal (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass109,527 miles (+1,434)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    109,527 miles
    Test number
    225433905139
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing thin
    • NoteSlight imbalance front brakes

  14. Pass108,093 miles (+92)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    108,093 miles
    Test number
    448342414147
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail108,001 miles (+2,862)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,001 miles
    Test number
    659599494077
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass105,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    105,139 miles
    Test number
    516259203135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail105,139 miles (+4,148)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,139 miles
    Test number
    515138003123
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass100,991 miles (+6,677)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    100,991 miles
    Test number
    127363892078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass94,314 miles (+4,404)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    94,314 miles
    Test number
    149324981489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass89,910 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    89,910 miles
    Test number
    822479400181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail89,840 miles (+4,276)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,840 miles
    Test number
    130939280063
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass85,564 miles (+6,355)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    85,564 miles
    Test number
    123001179091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass79,209 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    79,209 miles
    Test number
    411156607384
    • NoteCENTRE AND REAR EXHAUST SILENCER IS CORRODEING
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR TYRE TREAD IS ON 2.5 MM MINIMUM LEGAL LIMIT IS 1.6 MM

  24. Fail79,608 miles (+1,717)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,608 miles
    Test number
    131296707372
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteCENTRE AND REAR EXHAUST SILENCER IS CORRODEING
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR TYRE TREAD IS ON 2.5 MM MINIMUM LEGAL LIMIT IS 1.6 MM

  25. Pass77,891 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    77,891 miles
    Test number
    400325806442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail77,888 miles5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,888 miles
    Test number
    301574706379
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODING ON INNER FACE EDGES

Questions about S65 CGU

Does S65 CGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S65 CGU expired on 3 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S65 CGU?
The MOT on S65 CGU expired on 3 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S65 CGU done?
S65 CGU was recorded at 119,443 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2024, an average of 2,327 miles a year.
Has S65 CGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S65 CGU has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on S65 CGU 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 S65 CGU find?
S65 CGU failed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2024 with 9 major defects: nearside front lower vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis rail; nearside front outer vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis rail; nearside rear parking brake inoperative on one side, and 6 more.

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