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Mazda MX-5

White · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S75 FVEMOT history

S75 FVE is a white petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 21 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 7 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 106,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2025.

S75 FVE white 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 7 May 2026
Mileage
106,246 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,099 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S75 FVE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 May 2026
Latest MOT test
8 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S75 FVE was last recorded at 106,246 miles on 8 May 2025, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,217 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
3,099 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,246 miles
  • 2024 – 105,109 miles
  • 2023 – 103,726 miles
  • 2022 – 102,623 miles
  • 2021 – 99,374 miles
  • 2019 – 92,945 miles
  • 2018 – 89,589 miles
  • 2017 – 86,683 miles
  • 2016 – 82,602 miles
  • 2015 – 78,205 miles
  • 2014 – 73,343 miles
  • 2013 – 72,476 miles
  • 2012 – 71,747 miles
  • 2011 – 70,138 miles
  • 2010 – 68,286 miles
  • 2009 – 66,206 miles
  • 2008 – 62,247 miles
  • 2007 – 56,620 miles
  • 2006 – 48,691 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,246 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • All suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,246 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    106,246 miles
    Test number
    461119622644
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail106,217 miles (+1,108)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,217 miles
    Test number
    349896708662
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested lamp inop (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis above front top arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet inop
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass105,109 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    105,109 miles
    Test number
    141713532584
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both upper arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Fail105,095 miles (+1,369)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,095 miles
    Test number
    928181177309
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both upper arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass103,726 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    103,726 miles
    Test number
    391555385367
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder body of vehicle covered in under seal

  6. Fail103,718 miles (+1,095)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,718 miles
    Test number
    103121132734
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder body of vehicle covered in under seal

  7. Pass102,623 miles (+59)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    102,623 miles
    Test number
    459111657247
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail102,564 miles (+3,190)12 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,564 miles
    Test number
    784451509999
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner and sills corroded
    • AdvisorySlight damage to front bumper

  9. Pass99,374 miles (+20)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    99,374 miles
    Test number
    567680750486
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail99,354 miles (+6,409)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,354 miles
    Test number
    115895931466
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass92,945 miles (+3,356)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,945 miles
    Test number
    878007908201
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp image poor. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp image poor. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass89,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    89,589 miles
    Test number
    984562818641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail89,589 miles (+2,906)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,589 miles
    Test number
    449432599252
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  14. Pass86,683 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    86,683 miles
    Test number
    765076169269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket heavily corroded

  15. Fail86,675 miles (+4,073)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,675 miles
    Test number
    150664854322
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket heavily corroded

  16. Pass82,602 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,602 miles
    Test number
    230338987193
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear section of exhaust corroded

  17. Fail82,594 miles (+4,389)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,594 miles
    Test number
    951192078082
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear section of exhaust corroded

  18. Pass78,205 miles (+4,862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    78,205 miles
    Test number
    206700415487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass73,343 miles (+867)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    73,343 miles
    Test number
    108066924138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    72,476 miles
    Test number
    107298703199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail72,476 miles (+729)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,476 miles
    Test number
    246378403498
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  22. Pass71,747 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    71,747 miles
    Test number
    368994982220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Fail71,747 miles (+1,609)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,747 miles
    Test number
    219873282242
    • 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 Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass70,138 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    70,138 miles
    Test number
    989003781265
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  25. Fail70,138 miles (+1,852)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,138 miles
    Test number
    838333881243
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  26. Pass68,286 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    68,286 miles
    Test number
    153650480266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail68,286 miles (+2,080)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,286 miles
    Test number
    330760580255
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass66,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    66,206 miles
    Test number
    882410389272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail66,204 miles (+3,957)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,204 miles
    Test number
    754250989281
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOffside front brake binding slightly

  30. Pass62,247 miles (+5,627)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    62,247 miles
    Test number
    494575378217
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  31. Fail56,620 miles2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,620 miles
    Test number
    391332287420
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass56,620 miles (+7,929)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    56,620 miles
    Test number
    424322487271
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass48,691 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    48,691 miles
    Test number
    952384686234
    • DangerousBoth front brake discs corroded and worn more on insides of discs nearside front tyre slight buldge on outer wall of tyre

Questions about S75 FVE

Does S75 FVE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S75 FVE expired on 7 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S75 FVE?
The MOT on S75 FVE expired on 7 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S75 FVE done?
S75 FVE was recorded at 106,246 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2025, an average of 3,099 miles a year.
Has S75 FVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S75 FVE has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S75 FVE 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 S75 FVE find?
S75 FVE passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all.

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