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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

S73 NLOMOT history

S73 NLO is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 27 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 2 Jun 2025 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 92,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2026.

S73 NLO green Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Jun 2025
Mileage
92,190 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,970 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S73 NLO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
27 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S73 NLO was last recorded at 92,190 miles on 17 Oct 2026, 2,383 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,807 miles · 3 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
2,383 miles
Average per year
1,970 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,190 miles
  • 2024 – 89,807 miles
  • 2023 – 86,196 miles
  • 2021 – 85,689 miles
  • 2019 – 82,641 miles
  • 2018 – 79,841 miles
  • 2017 – 77,806 miles
  • 2016 – 75,563 miles
  • 2015 – 72,889 miles
  • 2013 – 70,988 miles
  • 2012 – 70,612 miles
  • 2011 – 69,698 miles
  • 2010 – 68,352 miles
  • 2009 – 66,654 miles
  • 2008 – 64,130 miles
  • 2007 – 62,716 miles
  • 2006 – 52,476 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail92,190 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working Both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryAlternator light on
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNoise under bonnett
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine - bottom end knocking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front wipers split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail92,190 miles (+2,383)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,190 miles
    Test number
    242259037103
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working Both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAlternator light on
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNoise under bonnett
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass89,807 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    89,807 miles
    Test number
    428462049283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine - bottom end knocking

  3. Fail89,804 miles (+3,608)4 dangerous4 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,804 miles
    Test number
    439941618261
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testAll direction indicators not working relay repaired (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine - bottom end knocking

  4. Pass86,196 miles (+507)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    86,196 miles
    Test number
    234380039606
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • 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))

  5. Pass85,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    85,689 miles
    Test number
    175544995456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail85,680 miles (+3,039)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,680 miles
    Test number
    413706574058
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass82,641 miles (+2,800)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,641 miles
    Test number
    538120871366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,841 miles (+2,035)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    79,841 miles
    Test number
    257137670132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,806 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    77,806 miles
    Test number
    935656712969
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers split
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside to offside (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail77,806 miles (+2,243)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,806 miles
    Test number
    122476430124
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers split
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside to offside (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass75,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    75,563 miles
    Test number
    442793983160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail75,563 miles (+2,674)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,563 miles
    Test number
    520067745103
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass72,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,889 miles
    Test number
    239809915118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail72,889 miles (+1,901)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,889 miles
    Test number
    746839815160
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

  15. Pass70,988 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    70,988 miles
    Test number
    158173763234
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

  16. Fail70,988 miles (+376)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,988 miles
    Test number
    347203763272
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

  17. Fail70,612 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,612 miles
    Test number
    405788252225
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  18. Pass70,612 miles (+914)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    70,612 miles
    Test number
    497738652298
    • 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)

  19. Pass69,698 miles (+1,346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    69,698 miles
    Test number
    109284661261
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass68,352 miles (+1,698)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    68,352 miles
    Test number
    284679370271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail66,654 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,654 miles
    Test number
    283307149201
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass66,654 miles (+2,524)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    66,654 miles
    Test number
    770177449224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass64,130 miles (+1,414)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    64,130 miles
    Test number
    981372358242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass62,716 miles (+10,240)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    62,716 miles
    Test number
    403155137250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    52,476 miles
    Test number
    582220836235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail52,476 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,476 miles
    Test number
    110230436271
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about S73 NLO

Does S73 NLO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S73 NLO expired on 2 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S73 NLO?
The MOT on S73 NLO expired on 2 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S73 NLO done?
S73 NLO was recorded at 92,190 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2026, an average of 1,970 miles a year.
Has S73 NLO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S73 NLO has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S73 NLO 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 NLO find?
S73 NLO failed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2026 with 6 major defects and 7 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; emissions unable to be completed; front headlamp aim too low both, and 10 more.

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