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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

S73 HBWMOT history

S73 HBW is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 25 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Oct 2023 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 116,934 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2022.

S73 HBW black 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 31 Oct 2023
Mileage
116,934 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2022
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,244 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S73 HBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S73 HBW was last recorded at 116,934 miles on 1 Nov 2022, 4,982 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,952 miles · 10 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
4,982 miles
Average per year
4,244 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 116,934 miles
  • 2021 – 111,952 miles
  • 2020 – 107,438 miles
  • 2019 – 99,176 miles
  • 2018 – 94,023 miles
  • 2017 – 93,216 miles
  • 2016 – 91,584 miles
  • 2015 – 88,688 miles
  • 2014 – 84,794 miles
  • 2013 – 83,382 miles
  • 2012 – 81,957 miles
  • 2011 – 75,407 miles
  • 2010 – 70,480 miles
  • 2009 – 64,435 miles
  • 2008 – 59,115 miles
  • 2007 – 54,103 miles
  • 2006 – 49,349 miles
  • 2005 – 43,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,934 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,934 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    116,934 miles
    Test number
    199237890356
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail116,934 miles (+4,982)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,934 miles
    Test number
    611346168992
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195 50 15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass111,952 miles (+4,514)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    111,952 miles
    Test number
    573632706357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass107,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    107,438 miles
    Test number
    215061831768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail107,438 miles (+8,262)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,438 miles
    Test number
    865386450382
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass99,176 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    99,176 miles
    Test number
    200806848310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail99,174 miles (+5,151)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,174 miles
    Test number
    403128332749
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass94,023 miles (+807)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    94,023 miles
    Test number
    881983905391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass93,216 miles (+1,632)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    93,216 miles
    Test number
    898985693669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass91,584 miles (+13)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    91,584 miles
    Test number
    387602604909
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive center sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  11. Fail91,571 miles (+2,883)5 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,571 miles
    Test number
    968746902953
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded SILL (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded SILL (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive center sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  12. Pass88,688 miles (+3,894)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    88,688 miles
    Test number
    286574695477
    • NoteAll 4 tyres starting to perrish
    • NoteRad mount missing
    • NoteSteering rack damp
    • NoteStrong advise both rear sills corroded

  13. Pass84,794 miles (+1,412)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    84,794 miles
    Test number
    695525394167
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pipe front to rear corroded
    • NoteNearside rear outer sill corroded
    • NoteOffside front wheel inner rim damaged
    • NoteOffside parking brake recording low effort compared with nearside
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill corroded

  14. Pass83,382 miles (+15)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    83,382 miles
    Test number
    287993993108
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail83,367 miles (+1,410)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,367 miles
    Test number
    198643183142
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass81,957 miles (+6,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    81,957 miles
    Test number
    628884372172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass75,407 miles (+4,927)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    75,407 miles
    Test number
    408456241167
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass70,480 miles (+6,045)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    70,480 miles
    Test number
    254686770199
    • NoteFront number plate damaged

  19. Pass64,435 miles (+5,320)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    64,435 miles
    Test number
    752806179173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,115 miles (+5,012)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    59,115 miles
    Test number
    124331078175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,103 miles (+4,754)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    54,103 miles
    Test number
    454959137159
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  22. Pass49,349 miles (+6,243)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    49,349 miles
    Test number
    341827766190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    43,106 miles
    Test number
    482020165136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S73 HBW

Does S73 HBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S73 HBW expired on 31 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S73 HBW?
The MOT on S73 HBW expired on 31 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S73 HBW done?
S73 HBW was recorded at 116,934 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2022, an average of 4,244 miles a year.
Has S73 HBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S73 HBW has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on S73 HBW 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 HBW find?
S73 HBW passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2022 with 1 advisory: rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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