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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

S70 YEPMOT history

S70 YEP is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 115,213 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

S70 YEP silver 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 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
115,213 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,051 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S70 YEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S70 YEP was last recorded at 115,213 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 4,953 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,260 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,953 miles
Average per year
3,051 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,213 miles
  • 2024 – 110,260 miles
  • 2023 – 109,603 miles
  • 2022 – 109,065 miles
  • 2021 – 107,246 miles
  • 2020 – 105,867 miles
  • 2019 – 103,478 miles
  • 2018 – 100,482 miles
  • 2017 – 97,007 miles
  • 2016 – 94,792 miles
  • 2015 – 92,244 miles
  • 2014 – 90,349 miles
  • 2013 – 84,963 miles
  • 2012 – 77,316 miles
  • 2011 – 71,179 miles
  • 2010 – 66,108 miles
  • 2008 – 65,999 miles
  • 2007 – 62,047 miles
  • 2006 – 57,722 miles
  • 2005 – 53,077 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,213 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Exhaust rusty

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Lights misty

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear exhaust rusty

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass115,213 miles (+4,953)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    115,213 miles
    Test number
    569420461285
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass110,260 miles (+657)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    110,260 miles
    Test number
    950761024589
    • AdvisoryFRONT & REAR SUSPENSION CORRODED.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass109,603 miles (+538)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    109,603 miles
    Test number
    535320700148
    • AdvisoryUNDER BODY CORROSION .

  4. Pass109,065 miles (+1,819)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    109,065 miles
    Test number
    789672336531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass107,246 miles (+1,379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    107,246 miles
    Test number
    813202133632
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass105,867 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    105,867 miles
    Test number
    273567428114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail105,818 miles (+2,340)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,818 miles
    Test number
    885390441765
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryLights misty

  8. Pass103,478 miles (+2,996)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,478 miles
    Test number
    915193735911
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass100,482 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    100,482 miles
    Test number
    386696306609
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryLights misty

  10. Fail100,480 miles (+3,473)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,480 miles
    Test number
    952775873410
    • FailureNearside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryLights misty

  11. Pass97,007 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    97,007 miles
    Test number
    814446650974
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOuter sills rusty / front chassis rusty / front subframe rusty
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty

  12. Fail97,007 miles (+2,215)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,007 miles
    Test number
    443614624024
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOuter sills rusty / front chassis rusty / front subframe rusty
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty

  13. Pass94,792 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    94,792 miles
    Test number
    141888853491
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills heavily rusted at rear double skinned
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryHeavy rust to osf chassis
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty

  14. Fail94,792 miles (+2,548)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,792 miles
    Test number
    261106664952
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills heavily rusted at rear double skinned
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryHeavy rust to osf chassis
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty

  15. Pass92,244 miles (+1,895)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    92,244 miles
    Test number
    916091915182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass90,349 miles (+5,386)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    90,349 miles
    Test number
    569372404147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass84,963 miles (+7,647)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    84,963 miles
    Test number
    435989113111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,316 miles (+6,137)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    77,316 miles
    Test number
    419194942050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,179 miles (+5,071)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    71,179 miles
    Test number
    356912051051
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass66,108 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    66,108 miles
    Test number
    800634850031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,999 miles (+3,952)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    65,999 miles
    Test number
    384154338249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,047 miles (+4,325)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    62,047 miles
    Test number
    944973737276
    • NoteHandbrake travel

  23. Pass57,722 miles (+4,645)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    57,722 miles
    Test number
    660880236290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass53,077 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    53,077 miles
    Test number
    413918435259
    • NoteAdvise handbrake travel
    • NoteSlight runout rear brakes

Questions about S70 YEP

Does S70 YEP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S70 YEP is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S70 YEP?
The MOT on S70 YEP is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S70 YEP done?
S70 YEP was recorded at 115,213 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 3,051 miles a year.
Has S70 YEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S70 YEP has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on S70 YEP 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 S70 YEP find?
S70 YEP passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective.

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