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Mazda MX-5

Multi-colour · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S787 SNAMOT history

S787 SNA is a multi-colour petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 129,900 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

S787 SNA multi-colour 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 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
129,900 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,171 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S787 SNA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S787 SNA was last recorded at 129,900 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 480 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,420 miles · 25 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
480 miles
Average per year
2,171 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,900 miles
  • 2024 – 129,420 miles
  • 2023 – 129,307 miles
  • 2022 – 128,909 miles
  • 2021 – 128,453 miles
  • 2020 – 128,104 miles
  • 2018 – 127,529 miles
  • 2017 – 127,419 miles
  • 2016 – 127,139 miles
  • 2015 – 126,941 miles
  • 2014 – 125,962 miles
  • 2013 – 121,808 miles
  • 2010 – 111,601 miles
  • 2009 – 107,119 miles
  • 2008 – 99,659 miles
  • 2007 – 93,138 miles
  • 2006 – 87,041 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,900 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,900 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    129,900 miles
    Test number
    704558673739
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail129,900 miles (+480)1 dangerous1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,900 miles
    Test number
    732714127123
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass129,420 miles (+113)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    129,420 miles
    Test number
    304519928469
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass129,307 miles (+398)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    129,307 miles
    Test number
    165315785564
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass128,909 miles (+456)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    128,909 miles
    Test number
    163269658684
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass128,453 miles (+349)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    128,453 miles
    Test number
    309408812603
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass128,104 miles (+575)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2021
    Odometer
    128,104 miles
    Test number
    547717663398
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of car heavily under sealed

  8. Pass127,529 miles (+110)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    127,529 miles
    Test number
    670055598997
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass127,419 miles (+280)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    127,419 miles
    Test number
    748484035809
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront hubs corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been stood

  10. Pass127,139 miles (+23)20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    127,139 miles
    Test number
    668105218779
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear hubs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight bind from both front brakes
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been stood

  11. Fail127,116 miles (+175)1 dangerous20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,116 miles
    Test number
    717462875870
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear hubs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight bind from both front brakes
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been stood

  12. Pass126,941 miles (+979)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    126,941 miles
    Test number
    607530575185
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass125,962 miles (+4,154)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    125,962 miles
    Test number
    225917244419
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass121,808 miles (+10,207)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    121,808 miles
    Test number
    968674443180
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition.
    • NoteSlight bind from front brakes.
    • NoteVehicle has been stood.

  15. Pass111,601 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    111,601 miles
    Test number
    964791580234
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension surfaces surface corrosion.
    • NoteFront brake pads o/s and n/s wearing low.
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread wearing low.
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn down to the legal limit and has a deep cut in the inner tread.

  16. Fail111,576 miles (+4,457)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,576 miles
    Test number
    261481580254
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension surfaces surface corrosion.
    • NoteFront brake pads o/s and n/s wearing low.
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread wearing low.
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn down to the legal limit and has a deep cut in the inner tread.

  17. Pass107,119 miles (+7,460)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    107,119 miles
    Test number
    572800889294
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass99,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    99,659 miles
    Test number
    604359548268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail99,659 miles (+6,521)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,659 miles
    Test number
    844497048295
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass93,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    93,138 miles
    Test number
    432600167223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail93,138 miles (+6,097)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,138 miles
    Test number
    452470967280
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  22. Pass87,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    87,041 miles
    Test number
    224786676280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S787 SNA

Does S787 SNA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S787 SNA is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S787 SNA?
The MOT on S787 SNA is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S787 SNA done?
S787 SNA was recorded at 129,900 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 2,171 miles a year.
Has S787 SNA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S787 SNA has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S787 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 S787 SNA find?
S787 SNA passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 5 more.

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