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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,839 cc

S73 ACDMOT history

S73 ACD is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 72,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

S73 ACD green 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 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
72,478 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,109 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S73 ACD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
2 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S73 ACD was last recorded at 72,478 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,472 miles · 24 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
2,109 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,478 miles
  • 2025 – 64,083 miles
  • 2024 – 62,204 miles
  • 2023 – 57,408 miles
  • 2022 – 50,451 miles
  • 2021 – 50,404 miles
  • 2020 – 49,994 miles
  • 2019 – 47,231 miles
  • 2018 – 45,340 miles
  • 2017 – 43,719 miles
  • 2015 – 42,565 miles
  • 2013 – 41,244 miles
  • 2011 – 39,639 miles
  • 2010 – 38,289 miles
  • 2009 – 36,322 miles
  • 2008 – 33,773 miles
  • 2006 – 30,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,478 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,478 miles (+6)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    72,478 miles
    Test number
    442243443163
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail72,472 miles (+8,389)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,472 miles
    Test number
    863254325624
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass64,083 miles (+1,879)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    64,083 miles
    Test number
    296140171203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass62,204 miles (+4,796)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    62,204 miles
    Test number
    413626085328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass57,408 miles (+6,957)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    57,408 miles
    Test number
    746247981471
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass50,451 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    50,451 miles
    Test number
    566639579875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass50,404 miles (+410)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    50,404 miles
    Test number
    493864788616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    49,994 miles
    Test number
    854004248803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail49,994 miles (+2,763)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,994 miles
    Test number
    822640474157
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass47,231 miles (+1,891)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    47,231 miles
    Test number
    527651984182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,340 miles (+1,621)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    45,340 miles
    Test number
    571045278917
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill panel forming corrosion

  12. Pass43,719 miles (+1,154)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    43,719 miles
    Test number
    918696936263
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on brake pipes
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front and rear discs
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front and rear suspension
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on outer sills
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTyres perished

  13. Pass42,565 miles (+1,321)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    42,565 miles
    Test number
    539307865178
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass41,244 miles (+1,605)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    41,244 miles
    Test number
    625991973182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,639 miles (+1,350)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    39,639 miles
    Test number
    548097211214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,289 miles (+1,967)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    38,289 miles
    Test number
    353018100405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,322 miles (+2,549)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    36,322 miles
    Test number
    530995209109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  18. Fail33,773 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,773 miles
    Test number
    140016938024
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass33,773 miles (+3,503)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    33,773 miles
    Test number
    742106638018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,270 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    30,270 miles
    Test number
    583125906245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S73 ACD

Does S73 ACD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S73 ACD is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S73 ACD?
The MOT on S73 ACD is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S73 ACD done?
S73 ACD was recorded at 72,478 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 2,109 miles a year.
Has S73 ACD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S73 ACD has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S73 ACD 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 S73 ACD find?
S73 ACD passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front position lamp incorrect colour; offside front position lamp incorrect colour; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 2 more.

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