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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

S741 JFXMOT history

S741 JFX is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 71,661 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

S741 JFX gold 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 7 May 2027
Mileage
71,661 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,609 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S741 JFX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S741 JFX was last recorded at 71,661 miles on 5 May 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,651 miles · 29 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
1,609 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,661 miles
  • 2025 – 70,985 miles
  • 2024 – 69,932 miles
  • 2023 – 68,642 miles
  • 2022 – 68,118 miles
  • 2021 – 66,967 miles
  • 2019 – 66,159 miles
  • 2018 – 64,736 miles
  • 2017 – 63,280 miles
  • 2016 – 62,036 miles
  • 2015 – 60,127 miles
  • 2014 – 58,610 miles
  • 2013 – 55,735 miles
  • 2012 – 50,430 miles
  • 2011 – 46,360 miles
  • 2010 – 45,922 miles
  • 2009 – 44,025 miles
  • 2008 – 42,824 miles
  • 2007 – 41,216 miles
  • 2006 – 39,296 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,661 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened general all over corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySome brake pipes have coating of grease applied not allowing full inspectionRecorded 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass71,661 miles (+10)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    71,661 miles
    Test number
    883513063436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened general all over corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes have coating of grease applied not allowing full inspection

  2. Fail71,651 miles (+666)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,651 miles
    Test number
    605330422670
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened general all over corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes have coating of grease applied not allowing full inspection

  3. Pass70,985 miles (+1,053)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    70,985 miles
    Test number
    296467352109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened general all over corrosion to sub frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass69,932 miles (+1,290)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    69,932 miles
    Test number
    902731820217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass68,642 miles (+524)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    68,642 miles
    Test number
    849056025485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass68,118 miles (+1,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    68,118 miles
    Test number
    917489582737
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension showing signs of corrosion

  7. Pass66,967 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    66,967 miles
    Test number
    862943426066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to the legal limit of 1.6mm in places (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail66,967 miles (+808)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,967 miles
    Test number
    317025610179
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to the legal limit of 1.6mm in places (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass66,159 miles (+1,423)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    66,159 miles
    Test number
    777901504428
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass64,736 miles (+1,456)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    64,736 miles
    Test number
    819023482636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,280 miles (+1,244)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    63,280 miles
    Test number
    943697190099
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass62,036 miles (+1,909)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    62,036 miles
    Test number
    457549408501
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint very slight (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s front suspension arms/components have general surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s rear suspension arms & components have general surface corrosion

  13. Pass60,127 miles (+8)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    60,127 miles
    Test number
    639272265185
    • NoteSome brake pipes have a protective coating not allowing full inspection.

  14. Fail60,119 miles (+1,509)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,119 miles
    Test number
    928630865188
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteSome brake pipes have a protective coating not allowing full inspection.

  15. Pass58,610 miles (+2,875)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    58,610 miles
    Test number
    455630544181
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  16. Fail55,735 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,735 miles
    Test number
    777653863198
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass55,735 miles (+5,305)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    55,735 miles
    Test number
    786383863101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass50,430 miles (+4,070)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    50,430 miles
    Test number
    967768552157
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteO/s outer sill rusted/thin at rear

  19. Pass46,360 miles (+438)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    46,360 miles
    Test number
    395289851154
    • NoteAll brake pipes covered in grease
    • NoteUnderbody of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  20. Pass45,922 miles (+1,897)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    45,922 miles
    Test number
    974866320115
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass44,025 miles (+1,201)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    44,025 miles
    Test number
    111843089092
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass42,824 miles (+1,608)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    42,824 miles
    Test number
    634313478012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOuter Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass41,216 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    41,216 miles
    Test number
    171751787075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail59,159 miles (+19,863)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,159 miles
    Test number
    940531887036
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass39,296 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,296 miles
    Test number
    902393486020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about S741 JFX

Does S741 JFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S741 JFX is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S741 JFX?
The MOT on S741 JFX is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S741 JFX done?
S741 JFX was recorded at 71,661 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 1,609 miles a year.
Has S741 JFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S741 JFX has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S741 JFX 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 S741 JFX find?
S741 JFX passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear upper suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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