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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

S771 SNAMOT history

S771 SNA is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 22 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 19 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 93,049 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2024.

S771 SNA blue 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 19 Apr 2024
Mileage
93,049 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,741 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S771 SNA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
22 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S771 SNA was last recorded at 93,049 miles on 9 Apr 2024, 1,350 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,699 miles · 20 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
1,350 miles
Average per year
2,741 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 93,049 miles
  • 2023 – 91,699 miles
  • 2021 – 89,336 miles
  • 2020 – 87,926 miles
  • 2019 – 86,083 miles
  • 2018 – 84,775 miles
  • 2017 – 84,202 miles
  • 2016 – 82,749 miles
  • 2015 – 80,759 miles
  • 2014 – 78,250 miles
  • 2013 – 77,018 miles
  • 2012 – 74,807 miles
  • 2011 – 73,019 miles
  • 2009 – 66,770 miles
  • 2008 – 59,811 miles
  • 2007 – 50,160 miles
  • 2005 – 42,192 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail93,049 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Various suspension bushes and boots starting to perish

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail93,049 miles (+1,350)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,049 miles
    Test number
    435904598964
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass91,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    91,699 miles
    Test number
    662135092019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail91,684 miles (+2,348)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,684 miles
    Test number
    914740346486
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass89,336 miles (+1,410)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    89,336 miles
    Test number
    478970005893
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear sills
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension bushes and boots starting to perish

  5. Pass87,926 miles (+1,843)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    87,926 miles
    Test number
    837530579775
    • AdvisoryExhaust has slight blow from front joint
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear sills
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension bushes and boots starting to perish

  6. Pass86,083 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,083 miles
    Test number
    649995142087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail86,075 miles (+1,300)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,075 miles
    Test number
    249028738795
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to Flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass84,775 miles (+573)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    84,775 miles
    Test number
    577032335883
    • AdvisoryMonitor corrosion to nearside rear sill
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to offside rear disc. Recommend replacement soon
    • AdvisoryVarious surface corrosion to chassis, suspension and brake components

  9. Pass84,202 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    84,202 miles
    Test number
    939866797749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,749 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    82,749 miles
    Test number
    324555610869
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Corrosion on sill
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail82,749 miles (+1,990)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,749 miles
    Test number
    946473790281
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Corrosion on sill
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass80,759 miles (+2,509)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    80,759 miles
    Test number
    428089615144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,250 miles (+1,232)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    78,250 miles
    Test number
    635192714134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,018 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    77,018 miles
    Test number
    137881123194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,001 miles (+2,194)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,001 miles
    Test number
    915225183026
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  16. Pass74,807 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    74,807 miles
    Test number
    225555262004
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail74,802 miles (+1,783)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,802 miles
    Test number
    199225962409
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass73,019 miles (+2)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    73,019 miles
    Test number
    659986561016
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront Brake Pads Wearing Thin
    • NoteN/S/R & Both Front-To-Rear Metal Brake Pipes Slightly Corroded

  19. Fail73,017 miles (+6,247)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,017 miles
    Test number
    126407651057
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront Brake Pads Wearing Thin
    • NoteN/S/R & Both Front-To-Rear Metal Brake Pipes Slightly Corroded

  20. Pass66,770 miles (+546)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    66,770 miles
    Test number
    221487149260
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

  21. Pass66,224 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    66,224 miles
    Test number
    562976729106
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail66,224 miles (+6,413)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,224 miles
    Test number
    673286429126
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass59,811 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    59,811 miles
    Test number
    613584358092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail59,810 miles (+9,650)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,810 miles
    Test number
    323343358071
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass50,160 miles (+7,968)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    50,160 miles
    Test number
    413523227063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,192 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    42,192 miles
    Test number
    713272565259
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about S771 SNA

Does S771 SNA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S771 SNA expired on 19 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S771 SNA?
The MOT on S771 SNA expired on 19 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S771 SNA done?
S771 SNA was recorded at 93,049 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2024, an average of 2,741 miles a year.
Has S771 SNA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S771 SNA has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on S771 SNA 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 S771 SNA find?
S771 SNA failed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2024 with 3 major defects and 10 advisories: nearside rear coil spring fractured or broken; nearside rear service brake excessively binding; rear brakes imbalanced across an axle axle 2, and 10 more.

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