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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

S797 BCGMOT history

S797 BCG is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 28 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 98,315 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

S797 BCG blue 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 24 Jun 2027
Mileage
98,315 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,530 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S797 BCG
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
28 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S797 BCG was last recorded at 98,315 miles on 27 May 2026, 1,275 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Sept 2008: 52,158 miles, lower than 54,784 miles on 18 Sept 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
97,040 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,275 miles
Average per year
2,530 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,315 miles
  • 2025 – 97,040 miles
  • 2024 – 95,402 miles
  • 2023 – 94,076 miles
  • 2022 – 90,940 miles
  • 2021 – 89,465 miles
  • 2020 – 87,727 miles
  • 2019 – 85,483 miles
  • 2018 – 83,208 miles
  • 2017 – 80,129 miles
  • 2016 – 73,978 miles
  • 2015 – 70,629 miles
  • 2014 – 66,703 miles
  • 2013 – 62,856 miles
  • 2011 – 59,227 miles
  • 2010 – 54,708 miles
  • 2008 – 52,203 miles
  • 2007 – 54,784 miles
  • 2006 – 48,510 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,315 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge - near limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear outer sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside rear upper and lower suspension arm (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass98,315 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    98,315 miles
    Test number
    125044450043
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail98,315 miles (+1,275)4 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,315 miles
    Test number
    501823802595
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass97,040 miles (+1,638)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    97,040 miles
    Test number
    244088824387
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass95,402 miles (+1,326)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    95,402 miles
    Test number
    668746418493
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Seal corroded, Not weakened. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Seal corroded, Not weakened. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass94,076 miles (+3,136)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    94,076 miles
    Test number
    522153526672
    • AdvisoryBOTH OUTER SILLS CORRODED(NOT HOLED)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass90,940 miles (+1,475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    90,940 miles
    Test number
    851292920710
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sill corroded

  7. Pass89,465 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    89,465 miles
    Test number
    956117465572
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Fail89,464 miles (+1,737)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,464 miles
    Test number
    634990665703
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass87,727 miles (+2,244)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2021
    Odometer
    87,727 miles
    Test number
    602406179067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,483 miles (+357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    85,483 miles
    Test number
    150910901530
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge - near limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail85,126 miles (+1,918)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,126 miles
    Test number
    582171257110
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge - near limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass83,208 miles (+185)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,208 miles
    Test number
    551438522029
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear outer sills (5.2.6)

  13. Fail83,023 miles (+2,894)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,023 miles
    Test number
    619151678727
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear outer sills (5.2.6)

  14. Pass80,129 miles (+131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    80,129 miles
    Test number
    858957293358
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside rear upper and lower suspension arm (2.4.G.1)

  15. Fail79,998 miles (+6,020)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,998 miles
    Test number
    832257996249
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded nearside rear outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureTyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions offside front (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low nearside and offside (1.8)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside rear upper and lower suspension arm (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass73,978 miles (+3,349)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    73,978 miles
    Test number
    980498439932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    70,629 miles
    Test number
    846237535003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail70,629 miles (+3,926)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,629 miles
    Test number
    168276035480
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass66,703 miles (+3,847)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    66,703 miles
    Test number
    808932344076
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass62,856 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    62,856 miles
    Test number
    239486233019
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust deterioration
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail62,856 miles (+3,629)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,856 miles
    Test number
    745576033084
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust deterioration
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass59,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    59,227 miles
    Test number
    819694051337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail59,227 miles (+4,519)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,227 miles
    Test number
    698194751327
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  24. Pass54,708 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    54,708 miles
    Test number
    480002720009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail54,705 miles (+2,502)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,705 miles
    Test number
    924200620018
    • FailureNearside Front An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  26. Pass52,203 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    52,203 miles
    Test number
    514336878207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail52,158 miles (-2,626)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,158 miles
    Test number
    650533678241
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteBoth wiper blades deteriorated but clearing screen.

  28. Pass54,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    54,784 miles
    Test number
    481201167291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail51,784 miles (+3,274)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,784 miles
    Test number
    112991467213
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  30. Pass48,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    48,510 miles
    Test number
    332281266407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S797 BCG

Does S797 BCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S797 BCG is valid until 24 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S797 BCG?
The MOT on S797 BCG is valid until 24 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S797 BCG done?
S797 BCG was recorded at 98,315 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 2,530 miles a year.
Has S797 BCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S797 BCG has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S797 BCG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Sept 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S797 BCG find?
S797 BCG passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear outer vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 2 more.

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