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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

S678 BFWMOT history

S678 BFW is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 11 Jun 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 105,541 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

S678 BFW silver 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 11 Jun 2026
Mileage
105,541 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S678 BFW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S678 BFW was last recorded at 105,541 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,499 miles · 10 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
1,704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,541 miles
  • 2025 – 104,875 miles
  • 2024 – 103,133 miles
  • 2023 – 100,494 miles
  • 2022 – 98,493 miles
  • 2021 – 95,319 miles
  • 2020 – 92,794 miles
  • 2019 – 90,409 miles
  • 2018 – 87,857 miles
  • 2017 – 85,636 miles
  • 2016 – 83,681 miles
  • 2015 – 82,481 miles
  • 2014 – 81,984 miles
  • 2013 – 80,930 miles
  • 2012 – 80,277 miles
  • 2011 – 79,731 miles
  • 2010 – 79,001 miles
  • 2009 – 77,575 miles
  • 2008 – 76,405 miles
  • 2007 – 74,869 miles
  • 2005 – 69,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail105,541 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wing/strut (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wing/strut (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.

  • ALL OVER UNDER BODY CORROSION

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • ALL SUSPENSION HAS CORROSION

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 19 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail105,541 miles (+42)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,541 miles
    Test number
    996406097231
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wing/strut (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wing/strut (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail105,499 miles (+624)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,499 miles
    Test number
    730081305281
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting strut (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor holed & corroded within 30cm of seat belt mount (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle starting to over heat

  3. Pass104,875 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    104,875 miles
    Test number
    313719962539
    • AdvisoryALL OVER UNDER BODY CORROSION
    • AdvisoryALL SUSPENSION HAS CORROSION

  4. Fail104,875 miles (+1,742)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,875 miles
    Test number
    244300714085
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced behind roll bar mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL OVER UNDER BODY CORROSION
    • AdvisoryALL SUSPENSION HAS CORROSION

  5. Pass103,133 miles (+2,639)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    103,133 miles
    Test number
    230367282715
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass100,494 miles (+2,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    100,494 miles
    Test number
    754798979863
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel may require adjustment

  7. Pass98,493 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    98,493 miles
    Test number
    536175238040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail98,469 miles (+3,150)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,469 miles
    Test number
    370081474185
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass95,319 miles (+2,525)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    95,319 miles
    Test number
    202628215309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass92,794 miles (+2,385)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    92,794 miles
    Test number
    450812316545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass90,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    90,409 miles
    Test number
    214755475545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail90,409 miles (+2,552)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,409 miles
    Test number
    441307888001
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass87,857 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    87,857 miles
    Test number
    484605887033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail87,857 miles (+2,221)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,857 miles
    Test number
    923867604391
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint Nearside & Offside (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass85,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    85,636 miles
    Test number
    861850718385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail85,636 miles (+1,955)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,636 miles
    Test number
    574087093102
    • FailureCentral Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass83,681 miles (+1,200)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    83,681 miles
    Test number
    996516080532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass82,481 miles (+497)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    82,481 miles
    Test number
    139178395415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass81,984 miles (+1,054)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    81,984 miles
    Test number
    137971894089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass80,930 miles (+653)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    80,930 miles
    Test number
    255187483036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass80,277 miles (+546)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    80,277 miles
    Test number
    146683062428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass79,731 miles (+730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    79,731 miles
    Test number
    898739001177
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass79,001 miles (+1,426)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    79,001 miles
    Test number
    881499210112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail77,575 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,575 miles
    Test number
    204687579022
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass77,575 miles (+1,170)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    77,575 miles
    Test number
    672537679011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass76,405 miles (+1,536)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    76,405 miles
    Test number
    690739778062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass74,869 miles (+4,997)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    74,869 miles
    Test number
    653726277032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass69,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    69,872 miles
    Test number
    743052565274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S678 BFW

Does S678 BFW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S678 BFW expired on 11 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S678 BFW?
The MOT on S678 BFW expired on 11 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S678 BFW done?
S678 BFW was recorded at 105,541 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 1,704 miles a year.
Has S678 BFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S678 BFW has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S678 BFW 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 S678 BFW find?
S678 BFW failed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 4 major defects: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside front headlamp not working on dipped beam; nearside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wing/strut, and 1 more.

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