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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,839 cc

S71 ADUMOT history

S71 ADU is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 99,356 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

S71 ADU 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 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
99,356 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S71 ADU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S71 ADU was last recorded at 99,356 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 7,268 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,088 miles · 1 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,268 miles
Average per year
2,156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,356 miles
  • 2025 – 92,088 miles
  • 2024 – 87,336 miles
  • 2023 – 86,457 miles
  • 2022 – 83,947 miles
  • 2021 – 82,588 miles
  • 2020 – 80,142 miles
  • 2019 – 77,712 miles
  • 2018 – 76,306 miles
  • 2017 – 76,079 miles
  • 2016 – 75,274 miles
  • 2015 – 74,432 miles
  • 2014 – 73,270 miles
  • 2013 – 71,688 miles
  • 2012 – 70,350 miles
  • 2011 – 68,748 miles
  • 2010 – 66,418 miles
  • 2009 – 64,430 miles
  • 2008 – 62,354 miles
  • 2007 – 60,305 miles
  • 2006 – 57,732 miles
  • 2005 – 55,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,356 miles
  • AdvisoryVehicle been under sealed

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.

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,356 miles (+7,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    99,356 miles
    Test number
    969635707019
    • AdvisoryVehicle been under sealed

  2. Pass92,088 miles (+4,752)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    92,088 miles
    Test number
    267880551486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill/ body work slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill/ body work slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass87,336 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    87,336 miles
    Test number
    842270251164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail87,326 miles (+869)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,326 miles
    Test number
    977265156327
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass86,457 miles (+2,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    86,457 miles
    Test number
    433328678589
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has general corrosion

  6. Pass83,947 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    83,947 miles
    Test number
    908597952703
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail83,947 miles (+1,359)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,947 miles
    Test number
    233642409391
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass82,588 miles (+2,446)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    82,588 miles
    Test number
    512615818551
    • AdvisoryGENERAL RUST UNSDERSIDE VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass80,142 miles (+2,430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    80,142 miles
    Test number
    187656939996
    • AdvisoryVechicle underbody covered in fresh under seal

  10. Pass77,712 miles (+1,406)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    77,712 miles
    Test number
    953807760458
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on steering,brakes and suspension components front and rear

  11. Pass76,306 miles (+227)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    76,306 miles
    Test number
    947986253179
    • AdvisoryO/s/r outer sill corroded.

  12. Fail76,079 miles (+805)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,079 miles
    Test number
    657745203027
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r outer sill holed and corroded

  13. Pass75,274 miles (+842)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    75,274 miles
    Test number
    290898918314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s and n/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perished and cracking

  14. Pass74,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    74,432 miles
    Test number
    527075867957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail74,432 miles (+1,162)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,432 miles
    Test number
    809434345697
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  16. Pass73,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    73,270 miles
    Test number
    469786244460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail73,270 miles (+1,582)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,270 miles
    Test number
    137645844321
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass71,688 miles (+1,338)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    71,688 miles
    Test number
    987380243383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,350 miles (+1,602)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    70,350 miles
    Test number
    155067942313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass68,748 miles (+2,330)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    68,748 miles
    Test number
    786786941376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,418 miles (+1,988)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    66,418 miles
    Test number
    752819940339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass64,430 miles (+2,076)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    64,430 miles
    Test number
    390343249339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass62,354 miles (+2,049)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    62,354 miles
    Test number
    210195648354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass60,305 miles (+2,573)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    60,305 miles
    Test number
    593327247387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass57,732 miles (+2,689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    57,732 miles
    Test number
    973385646353
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass55,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    55,043 miles
    Test number
    483297355431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S71 ADU

Does S71 ADU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S71 ADU is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S71 ADU?
The MOT on S71 ADU is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S71 ADU done?
S71 ADU was recorded at 99,356 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 2,156 miles a year.
Has S71 ADU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S71 ADU has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on S71 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 S71 ADU find?
S71 ADU passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: vehicle been under sealed.

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