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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S771 VAWMOT history

S771 VAW is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 10 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 24 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 111,168 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

S771 VAW red 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 24 May 2027
Mileage
111,168 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,235 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S771 VAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S771 VAW was last recorded at 111,168 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 778 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,390 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
778 miles
Average per year
2,235 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,168 miles
  • 2025 – 110,390 miles
  • 2024 – 108,593 miles
  • 2023 – 107,318 miles
  • 2022 – 106,285 miles
  • 2020 – 106,242 miles
  • 2019 – 105,772 miles
  • 2018 – 103,435 miles
  • 2017 – 101,294 miles
  • 2016 – 98,112 miles
  • 2015 – 95,235 miles
  • 2014 – 94,316 miles
  • 2013 – 93,314 miles
  • 2012 – 91,263 miles
  • 2011 – 90,649 miles
  • 2010 – 88,706 miles
  • 2009 – 87,524 miles
  • 2008 – 81,289 miles
  • 2007 – 71,969 miles
  • 2006 – 66,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,168 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Under body corroded but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,168 miles (+778)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2027
    Odometer
    111,168 miles
    Test number
    534928891498
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass110,390 miles (+1,797)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2026
    Odometer
    110,390 miles
    Test number
    525856233841
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront & rear subframes & all suspension arms corroding to excess
    • AdvisoryRepairs to n/s & o/s rear outer sills may not be to MOT standards

  3. Pass108,593 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    108,593 miles
    Test number
    754145219002
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroding to excess

  4. Fail108,593 miles (+1,275)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,593 miles
    Test number
    871556891882
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroding to excess

  5. Pass107,318 miles (+1,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    107,318 miles
    Test number
    658881593416
    • AdvisoryComplete underside of vehicle excessively corroded

  6. Pass106,285 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    106,285 miles
    Test number
    686476017085
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded but not excessively

  7. Fail106,280 miles (+38)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,280 miles
    Test number
    796614263796
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded but not excessively

  8. Pass106,242 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    106,242 miles
    Test number
    192298672101
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail106,222 miles (+450)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,222 miles
    Test number
    931458697745
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre & rear flanges (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass105,772 miles (+2,337)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    105,772 miles
    Test number
    210498847708
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  11. Pass103,435 miles (+2,141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    103,435 miles
    Test number
    670321800700
    • AdvisoryNearside park brake effort low in comparison to oposite brake
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion.

  12. Pass101,294 miles (+3,182)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    101,294 miles
    Test number
    943602435684
    • AdvisoryNearside park brake effort low in comparison to offside

  13. Pass98,112 miles (+2,877)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    98,112 miles
    Test number
    598297523734
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating

  14. Pass95,235 miles (+919)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    95,235 miles
    Test number
    119300645180
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront chassis rails corroded

  15. Pass94,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    94,316 miles
    Test number
    348973814153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail94,316 miles (+1,002)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,316 miles
    Test number
    355403714118
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  17. Pass93,314 miles (+2,051)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    93,314 miles
    Test number
    639030033137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,263 miles (+614)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    91,263 miles
    Test number
    859318532147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass90,649 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    90,649 miles
    Test number
    999546221184
    • NoteBoth rear outer sills very weak and rusty

  20. Fail90,648 miles (+1,942)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,648 miles
    Test number
    947903621188
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteBoth rear outer sills very weak and rusty

  21. Pass88,706 miles (+1,182)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    88,706 miles
    Test number
    904562500117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass87,524 miles (+6,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    87,524 miles
    Test number
    812302599076
    • 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)

  23. Pass81,289 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    81,289 miles
    Test number
    752392598035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail81,289 miles (+9,320)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,289 miles
    Test number
    184431498417
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass71,969 miles (+5,784)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    71,969 miles
    Test number
    143831967459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass66,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    66,185 miles
    Test number
    303103776039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail66,185 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,185 miles
    Test number
    441132676040
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs poor condition
    • NoteStone chip on windscreen

Questions about S771 VAW

Does S771 VAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S771 VAW is valid until 24 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S771 VAW?
The MOT on S771 VAW is valid until 24 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S771 VAW done?
S771 VAW was recorded at 111,168 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 2,235 miles a year.
Has S771 VAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S771 VAW has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2024.
Has the mileage on S771 VAW 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 VAW find?
S771 VAW passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 3 more.

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