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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

S783 BGHMOT history

S783 BGH is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 22 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 12 Nov 2022 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 118,336 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2021.

S783 BGH green 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 12 Nov 2022
Mileage
118,336 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2021
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S783 BGH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
22 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

S783 BGH was last recorded at 118,336 miles on 13 Nov 2021, 5,734 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,602 miles · 2 Jun 2020
Between the last two tests
5,734 miles
Average per year
3,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 118,336 miles
  • 2020 – 112,602 miles
  • 2018 – 107,358 miles
  • 2015 – 104,721 miles
  • 2013 – 103,937 miles
  • 2012 – 102,807 miles
  • 2011 – 101,547 miles
  • 2010 – 96,284 miles
  • 2009 – 90,645 miles
  • 2008 – 84,930 miles
  • 2007 – 76,305 miles
  • 2006 – 63,572 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,336 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Damage to both chassis rails

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre join

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,336 miles (+5,734)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    118,336 miles
    Test number
    494421210704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass112,602 miles (+5,244)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    112,602 miles
    Test number
    465749660380
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside chassis rails damaged

  3. Pass107,358 miles (+11)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    107,358 miles
    Test number
    544878497358
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion around front anti roll bar mounts
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension components
    • AdvisoryDamage to both chassis rails

  4. Fail107,347 miles (+2,626)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,347 miles
    Test number
    351944353724
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion around front anti roll bar mounts
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension components
    • AdvisoryDamage to both chassis rails

  5. Pass104,721 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    104,721 miles
    Test number
    926861103554
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryDamage to both chassis rails
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front abs wiring insecure

  6. Fail104,699 miles (+762)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,699 miles
    Test number
    794380803820
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis at anti roll bar mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Ball joint ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Steering locking device missing split pin (2.2.C.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryDamage to both chassis rails
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front abs wiring insecure

  7. Pass103,937 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    103,937 miles
    Test number
    266316063245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail103,936 miles (+1,129)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,936 miles
    Test number
    305834563454
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  9. Pass102,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    102,807 miles
    Test number
    367445762288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail102,807 miles (+1,260)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,807 miles
    Test number
    239085962253
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

  11. Pass101,547 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    101,547 miles
    Test number
    867199461218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs have some pitting
    • NoteSome corrosion offside and nearside rear outer sill area

  12. Fail101,547 miles (+5,263)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,547 miles
    Test number
    858586261269
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs have some pitting
    • NoteSome corrosion offside and nearside rear outer sill area

  13. Pass96,284 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    96,284 miles
    Test number
    100967000335
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAll brake pads wearing thin.

  14. Fail96,284 miles (+5,639)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,284 miles
    Test number
    952677100382
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAll brake pads wearing thin.

  15. Pass90,645 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    90,645 miles
    Test number
    620701809375
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteParking brake lever travel high.

  16. Fail90,645 miles (+5,715)6 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,645 miles
    Test number
    110571209398
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteParking brake lever travel high.

  17. Pass84,930 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    84,930 miles
    Test number
    701841078202
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteBoth outer sills rusty
    • NoteFront and rear floor pans rusty

  18. Fail84,930 miles (+8,625)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,930 miles
    Test number
    361739368266
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteBoth outer sills rusty
    • NoteFront and rear floor pans rusty

  19. Pass76,305 miles (+12,733)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    76,305 miles
    Test number
    112238017210
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass63,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    63,572 miles
    Test number
    590605496071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S783 BGH

Does S783 BGH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S783 BGH expired on 12 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S783 BGH?
The MOT on S783 BGH expired on 12 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S783 BGH done?
S783 BGH was recorded at 118,336 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2021, an average of 3,509 miles a year.
Has S783 BGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S783 BGH has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2018.
Has the mileage on S783 BGH 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 S783 BGH find?
S783 BGH passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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