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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,999 cc

S6 MXVMOT history

S6 MXV is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 99,894 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

S6 MXV red Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
99,894 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,764 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 MXV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 MXV was last recorded at 99,894 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 300 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,594 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
300 miles
Average per year
3,764 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,894 miles
  • 2025 – 99,594 miles
  • 2024 – 97,688 miles
  • 2023 – 92,337 miles
  • 2022 – 87,616 miles
  • 2021 – 83,297 miles
  • 2020 – 82,493 miles
  • 2019 – 80,536 miles
  • 2018 – 80,474 miles
  • 2017 – 79,287 miles
  • 2016 – 78,600 miles
  • 2015 – 76,810 miles
  • 2014 – 75,045 miles
  • 2013 – 72,393 miles
  • 2012 – 68,081 miles
  • 2011 – 60,387 miles
  • 2010 – 50,860 miles
  • 2009 – 44,195 miles
  • 2008 – 35,169 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,894 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Central Stop lamp not working

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn slightly on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both headlights slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,894 miles (+300)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    99,894 miles
    Test number
    495735089288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass99,594 miles (+1,906)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    99,594 miles
    Test number
    182753781451
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass97,688 miles (+5,351)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    97,688 miles
    Test number
    282139100394
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass92,337 miles (+4,721)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    92,337 miles
    Test number
    428622374581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass87,616 miles (+4,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    87,616 miles
    Test number
    440064242114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass83,297 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    83,297 miles
    Test number
    486013461898
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn slightly on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail83,293 miles (+800)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,293 miles
    Test number
    941164697571
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both rear inner/outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn slightly on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass82,493 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    82,493 miles
    Test number
    988302772923
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges and under-inflated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle under sealed

  9. Fail82,489 miles (+1,953)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,489 miles
    Test number
    474488568930
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively binding BOTH (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges and under-inflated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle under sealed

  10. Pass80,536 miles (+62)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    80,536 miles
    Test number
    194717345232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level brake light not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to booth rear sills
    • AdvisoryUnderneath of car coated in under seal

  11. Fail80,474 miles (+1,187)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,474 miles
    Test number
    780701293140
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass79,287 miles (+687)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    79,287 miles
    Test number
    688382507816
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre 2.5mm and light cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has light cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion on suspensions and front brake pipes due to lack of use

  13. Pass78,600 miles (+1,790)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    78,600 miles
    Test number
    394524964873
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass76,810 miles (+1,765)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    76,810 miles
    Test number
    200106929300
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass75,045 miles (+2,652)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    75,045 miles
    Test number
    819715204362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass72,393 miles (+4,312)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    72,393 miles
    Test number
    529235973225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,081 miles (+7,694)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    68,081 miles
    Test number
    245002382246
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail60,387 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,387 miles
    Test number
    147373631391
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass60,387 miles (+9,527)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    60,387 miles
    Test number
    425453131332
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail50,860 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,860 miles
    Test number
    403921920479
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass50,860 miles (+6,665)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    50,860 miles
    Test number
    922731220330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,195 miles (+9,026)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,195 miles
    Test number
    350472329317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,169 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    35,169 miles
    Test number
    392313428339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slight damage to sidewall,(at rim damage). has "protector" type sidewall

  24. Fail35,169 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,169 miles
    Test number
    461433828418
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slight damage to sidewall,(at rim damage). has "protector" type sidewall

Questions about S6 MXV

Does S6 MXV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S6 MXV is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S6 MXV?
The MOT on S6 MXV is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S6 MXV done?
S6 MXV was recorded at 99,894 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 3,764 miles a year.
Has S6 MXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 MXV has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on S6 MXV 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 S6 MXV find?
S6 MXV passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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