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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,839 cc

S789 OPOMOT history

S789 OPO is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 56,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

S789 OPO green 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 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
56,598 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,533 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S789 OPO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S789 OPO was last recorded at 56,598 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 74 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,524 miles · 6 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
74 miles
Average per year
1,533 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,598 miles
  • 2025 – 56,524 miles
  • 2024 – 55,939 miles
  • 2023 – 55,467 miles
  • 2021 – 55,296 miles
  • 2020 – 55,043 miles
  • 2018 – 54,537 miles
  • 2017 – 54,359 miles
  • 2016 – 54,112 miles
  • 2015 – 53,837 miles
  • 2014 – 53,654 miles
  • 2013 – 53,324 miles
  • 2011 – 52,780 miles
  • 2009 – 52,549 miles
  • 2008 – 46,499 miles
  • 2007 – 38,793 miles
  • 2006 – 30,503 miles
  • 2005 – 25,003 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,598 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (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.

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,598 miles (+74)4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    56,598 miles
    Test number
    565019939869
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass56,524 miles (+585)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    56,524 miles
    Test number
    740540622701
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage: ball joint dust covers slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass55,939 miles (+472)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    55,939 miles
    Test number
    374012854505
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage: ball joint dust covers slightly deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass55,467 miles (+171)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    55,467 miles
    Test number
    132752150893
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass55,296 miles (+253)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    55,296 miles
    Test number
    405611995723
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass55,043 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2021
    Odometer
    55,043 miles
    Test number
    556942542491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail55,042 miles (+505)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,042 miles
    Test number
    642478393480
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass54,537 miles (+178)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    54,537 miles
    Test number
    969451365811
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking between tread and outer edge
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted unable to complete inspection

  9. Pass54,359 miles (+247)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    54,359 miles
    Test number
    421999023463
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  10. Pass54,112 miles (+275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    54,112 miles
    Test number
    493091054876
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass53,837 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    53,837 miles
    Test number
    898530095120
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront and rear subframes have been under sealed obscuring some components

  12. Fail53,836 miles (+182)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,836 miles
    Test number
    696720695127
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront and rear subframes have been under sealed obscuring some components

  13. Pass53,654 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    53,654 miles
    Test number
    839836494185
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail53,654 miles (+330)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,654 miles
    Test number
    595863494142
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass53,324 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    53,324 miles
    Test number
    278823363110
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Fail53,324 miles (+544)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,324 miles
    Test number
    815623363104
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  17. Pass52,780 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    52,780 miles
    Test number
    455406811332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll 4 brake discs worn and corroded

  18. Fail52,780 miles (+231)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,780 miles
    Test number
    658644911343
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll 4 brake discs worn and corroded

  19. Pass52,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    52,549 miles
    Test number
    354832309324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail52,549 miles (+6,050)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,549 miles
    Test number
    142290209393
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass46,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    46,499 miles
    Test number
    153696898221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail46,499 miles (+7,706)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,499 miles
    Test number
    111116898231
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on edge 2mm.

  23. Pass38,793 miles (+8,290)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    38,793 miles
    Test number
    263336807363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,503 miles (+5,500)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    30,503 miles
    Test number
    484266906401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    25,003 miles
    Test number
    151077095249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S789 OPO

Does S789 OPO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S789 OPO is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S789 OPO?
The MOT on S789 OPO is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S789 OPO done?
S789 OPO was recorded at 56,598 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 1,533 miles a year.
Has S789 OPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S789 OPO has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2020.
Has the mileage on S789 OPO 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 S789 OPO find?
S789 OPO passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 4 minor defects and 8 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 9 more.

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