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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S790 RJAMOT history

S790 RJA is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 10 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 25 Jul 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 72,900 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jul 2022.

S790 RJA silver 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 25 Jul 2023
Mileage
72,900 mi
At MOT on 26 Jul 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S790 RJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S790 RJA was last recorded at 72,900 miles on 26 Jul 2022, 4,282 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,618 miles · 7 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
4,282 miles
Average per year
2,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 72,900 miles
  • 2021 – 68,618 miles
  • 2020 – 68,465 miles
  • 2016 – 66,044 miles
  • 2015 – 65,066 miles
  • 2014 – 62,998 miles
  • 2013 – 61,494 miles
  • 2012 – 60,241 miles
  • 2011 – 58,659 miles
  • 2010 – 54,900 miles
  • 2009 – 52,064 miles
  • 2008 – 48,898 miles
  • 2007 – 44,268 miles
  • 2006 – 40,430 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,900 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    72,900 miles
    Test number
    303557670930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail72,900 miles (+4,282)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,900 miles
    Test number
    973515437189
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass68,618 miles (+153)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    68,618 miles
    Test number
    822667447701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,465 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    68,465 miles
    Test number
    436202978788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail68,451 miles (+2,407)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,451 miles
    Test number
    198422825863
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

  6. Pass66,044 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    66,044 miles
    Test number
    812531226077
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  7. Fail66,044 miles (+978)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,044 miles
    Test number
    581184630233
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass65,066 miles (+2,068)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    65,066 miles
    Test number
    902923696792
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded near flexible brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded but currently has no sharp edges and not holed.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted preventing inspection of some components.

  9. Pass62,998 miles (+1,504)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,998 miles
    Test number
    769023174243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteKnocking noise from steering rack when rocked under load

  10. Pass61,494 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    61,494 miles
    Test number
    637680673262
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteKnocking noise on steering no excessive free play found
    • NoteO/s/f chassis leg top corroded

  11. Fail61,494 miles (+1,253)1 failure2 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,494 miles
    Test number
    378099363299
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEye level brake light inop
    • NoteKnocking noise on steering no excessive free play found
    • NoteO/s/f chassis leg top corroded

  12. Fail60,241 miles1 repaired4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,241 miles
    Test number
    118576152211
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteKnocking on steering but no excessive free play
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly
    • NoteRear outer cills been repaired

  13. Pass60,241 miles (+1,582)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    60,241 miles
    Test number
    139206752221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteKnocking on steering but no excessive free play
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly
    • NoteRear outer cills been repaired

  14. Pass58,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    58,659 miles
    Test number
    216706851217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail58,659 miles (+3,759)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,659 miles
    Test number
    397106251464
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass54,900 miles (+2,836)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    54,900 miles
    Test number
    671404310275
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  17. Pass52,064 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    52,064 miles
    Test number
    590998809267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  18. Fail52,064 miles (+3,166)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,064 miles
    Test number
    481795509244
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  19. Pass48,898 miles (+4,630)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    48,898 miles
    Test number
    982794218224
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass44,268 miles (+3,838)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    44,268 miles
    Test number
    641069897183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    40,430 miles
    Test number
    951563996124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S790 RJA

Does S790 RJA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S790 RJA expired on 25 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S790 RJA?
The MOT on S790 RJA expired on 25 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S790 RJA done?
S790 RJA was recorded at 72,900 miles at its MOT on 26 Jul 2022, an average of 2,025 miles a year.
Has S790 RJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S790 RJA has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on S790 RJA 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 RJA find?
S790 RJA passed its latest MOT on 26 Jul 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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