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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,839 cc

S774 DWLMOT history

S774 DWL is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 19 Feb 2026 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 83,057 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2025.

S774 DWL red 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 Feb 2026
Mileage
83,057 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2025
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,902 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S774 DWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S774 DWL was last recorded at 83,057 miles on 20 Feb 2025, 1,068 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Nov 2018: 73,063 miles, lower than 74,943 miles on 29 Nov 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
81,989 miles · 25 May 2022
Between the last two tests
1,068 miles
Average per year
1,902 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,057 miles
  • 2022 – 81,989 miles
  • 2021 – 81,444 miles
  • 2019 – 77,310 miles
  • 2018 – 76,063 miles
  • 2017 – 74,943 miles
  • 2016 – 73,747 miles
  • 2015 – 72,536 miles
  • 2014 – 71,261 miles
  • 2013 – 70,210 miles
  • 2012 – 69,351 miles
  • 2011 – 68,031 miles
  • 2010 – 66,515 miles
  • 2009 – 64,889 miles
  • 2008 – 62,403 miles
  • 2007 – 59,162 miles
  • 2006 – 53,582 miles
  • 2005 – 46,484 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,057 miles
  • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to underside front and rear suspension components

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.

  • Under trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2019

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,057 miles (+1,068)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    83,057 miles
    Test number
    802171974164
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to underside front and rear suspension components

  2. Pass81,989 miles (+545)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    81,989 miles
    Test number
    721280545424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle has signs of corrosion

  3. Pass81,444 miles (+4,134)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    81,444 miles
    Test number
    433833833440
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive undertray obscuring view (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear outer control arm bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underbody general corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear outer bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass77,310 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    77,310 miles
    Test number
    389361139809
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

  5. Fail77,309 miles (+1,246)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,309 miles
    Test number
    545790116749
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

  6. Pass76,063 miles (+3,000)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    76,063 miles
    Test number
    912986865648
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres slightly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail73,063 miles (-1,880)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,063 miles
    Test number
    181917992250
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded after T piece leading to nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres slightly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass74,943 miles (+1,196)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    74,943 miles
    Test number
    530710397704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,747 miles (+1,211)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    73,747 miles
    Test number
    156589260484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,536 miles (+1,275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    72,536 miles
    Test number
    542436127307
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

  11. Pass71,261 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    71,261 miles
    Test number
    187487534380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail71,261 miles (+1,051)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,261 miles
    Test number
    857687134399
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass70,210 miles (+859)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    70,210 miles
    Test number
    485046533316
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking in sidewalls
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking in sidewalls
    • NoteOffside front tyre pressure at 10psi.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre excessively cracked in inner sidewall (pressure 20psi)

  14. Pass69,351 miles (+1,320)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    69,351 miles
    Test number
    619351842315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,031 miles (+1,516)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    68,031 miles
    Test number
    218172331381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,515 miles (+1,626)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    66,515 miles
    Test number
    813173840373
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass64,889 miles (+2,486)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    64,889 miles
    Test number
    743675329396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,403 miles (+3,241)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    62,403 miles
    Test number
    132600548348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,162 miles (+5,580)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    59,162 miles
    Test number
    453124127391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,582 miles (+7,098)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    53,582 miles
    Test number
    763782036314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    46,484 miles
    Test number
    941602535339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S774 DWL

Does S774 DWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S774 DWL expired on 19 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S774 DWL?
The MOT on S774 DWL expired on 19 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S774 DWL done?
S774 DWL was recorded at 83,057 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2025, an average of 1,902 miles a year.
Has S774 DWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S774 DWL has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on S774 DWL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Nov 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S774 DWL find?
S774 DWL passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2025 with 1 advisory: heavy corrosion to underside front and rear suspension components.

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