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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

S790 DGJMOT history

S790 DGJ is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 26 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 12 Feb 2022 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 115,029 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2022.

S790 DGJ blue Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Feb 2022
Mileage
115,029 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2022
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S790 DGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
26 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
6 May 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S790 DGJ was last recorded at 115,029 miles on 6 May 2022, 4,266 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,763 miles · 11 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
4,266 miles
Average per year
3,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 115,029 miles
  • 2021 – 110,763 miles
  • 2020 – 102,959 miles
  • 2019 – 93,379 miles
  • 2018 – 91,848 miles
  • 2017 – 90,498 miles
  • 2016 – 88,723 miles
  • 2015 – 85,705 miles
  • 2014 – 84,083 miles
  • 2012 – 81,897 miles
  • 2011 – 77,708 miles
  • 2010 – 74,930 miles
  • 2009 – 73,658 miles
  • 2008 – 72,586 miles
  • 2007 – 67,541 miles
  • 2006 – 60,191 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail115,029 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Front Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements and rear (0.1 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps nearside and offside. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures 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 pad(s) wearing thin both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 4 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail115,029 miles (+4,266)1 dangerous9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,029 miles
    Test number
    152624256788
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements and rear (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps nearside and offside. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass110,763 miles (+7,804)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    110,763 miles
    Test number
    274355311096
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass102,959 miles (+304)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    102,959 miles
    Test number
    364179788856
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail102,655 miles (+9,276)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,655 miles
    Test number
    441836141226
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear of outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear of outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass93,379 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    93,379 miles
    Test number
    465524898519
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail93,379 miles (+1,531)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,379 miles
    Test number
    928042993985
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass91,848 miles (+1,350)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2019
    Odometer
    91,848 miles
    Test number
    404008496377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,498 miles (+1,775)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    90,498 miles
    Test number
    240262062127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,723 miles (+3,018)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    88,723 miles
    Test number
    429433419515
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass85,705 miles (+1,622)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    85,705 miles
    Test number
    225501225145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,083 miles (+2,186)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    84,083 miles
    Test number
    918227524187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,897 miles (+4,189)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    81,897 miles
    Test number
    727827592296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,708 miles (+2,778)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    77,708 miles
    Test number
    716805991246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,930 miles (+1,272)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    74,930 miles
    Test number
    682188100318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,658 miles (+1,072)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    73,658 miles
    Test number
    813311419311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,586 miles (+5,045)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    72,586 miles
    Test number
    511627958262
    • Note4 nails in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass67,541 miles (+7,350)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    67,541 miles
    Test number
    444613667274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,191 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    60,191 miles
    Test number
    210597076278
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Questions about S790 DGJ

Does S790 DGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S790 DGJ expired on 12 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S790 DGJ?
The MOT on S790 DGJ expired on 12 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S790 DGJ done?
S790 DGJ was recorded at 115,029 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2022, an average of 3,518 miles a year.
Has S790 DGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S790 DGJ has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2022.
Has the mileage on S790 DGJ 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 S790 DGJ find?
S790 DGJ failed its latest MOT on 6 May 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects and 2 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; central front exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 9 more.

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