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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

S79 GWUMOT history

S79 GWU is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 5 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 87,616 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2021.

S79 GWU red 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 12 Nov 2022
Mileage
87,616 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2021
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,495 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S79 GWU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

S79 GWU was last recorded at 87,616 miles on 13 Nov 2021, 5,782 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,834 miles · 21 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
5,782 miles
Average per year
3,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 87,616 miles
  • 2020 – 81,834 miles
  • 2019 – 72,667 miles
  • 2018 – 68,488 miles
  • 2017 – 64,479 miles
  • 2016 – 59,538 miles
  • 2015 – 54,847 miles
  • 2014 – 49,549 miles
  • 2013 – 46,098 miles
  • 2012 – 44,305 miles
  • 2011 – 44,189 miles
  • 2010 – 43,054 miles
  • 2009 – 41,488 miles
  • 2008 – 39,115 miles
  • 2007 – 35,012 miles
  • 2006 – 32,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,616 miles
  • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front drop links (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Front chassis leg corroded heavily

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front chassis leg heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear chassis dented

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass87,616 miles (+5,782)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    87,616 miles
    Test number
    412462224407
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front drop links (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass81,834 miles (+9,167)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    81,834 miles
    Test number
    966376050949
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All jacking points corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass72,667 miles (+4,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,667 miles
    Test number
    441736208043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass68,488 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    68,488 miles
    Test number
    160844737967
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion general (6.1.A.1)

  5. Fail68,488 miles (+4,009)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,488 miles
    Test number
    815683207561
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion general (6.1.A.1)

  6. Pass64,479 miles (+167)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    64,479 miles
    Test number
    807693956003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis leg corroded heavily
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis leg heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis dented

  7. Fail64,312 miles (+4,774)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,312 miles
    Test number
    541581987608
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis leg corroded heavily
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis leg heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis dented

  8. Pass59,538 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    59,538 miles
    Test number
    267019550597
    • AdvisoryExhaust mid section corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake flex outer casing splitting

  9. Fail59,538 miles (+4,691)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,538 miles
    Test number
    871568468366
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust mid section corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake flex outer casing splitting

  10. Pass54,847 miles (+5,298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    54,847 miles
    Test number
    117907495010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  11. Pass49,549 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    49,549 miles
    Test number
    187410994003
    • NoteAdvise clean battery area [traces of battery acid ]
    • NoteCorrosion on power steering pipes
    • NoteExhaust is corroded ,rattle from middle box
    • NoteO/s rear tyre is cracked
    • NotePlay in n/s rear wheel bearings advise rectify
    • NoteSlight corrosion on both front and n/s rear brake pipes advise attention

  12. Fail49,549 miles (+3,451)1 dangerous3 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,549 miles
    Test number
    397180894074
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteAdvise clean battery area [traces of battery acid ]
    • NoteCorrosion on power steering pipes
    • NoteExhaust is corroded ,rattle from middle box
    • NoteO/s rear tyre is cracked
    • NotePlay in n/s rear wheel bearings advise rectify
    • NoteSlight corrosion on both front and n/s rear brake pipes advise attention

  13. Pass46,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    46,098 miles
    Test number
    809627403195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail46,095 miles (+1,790)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,095 miles
    Test number
    308497903146
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Fail44,305 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,305 miles
    Test number
    636976192003
    • 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)

  16. Pass44,305 miles (+116)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    44,305 miles
    Test number
    847046692033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,189 miles (+1,135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    44,189 miles
    Test number
    549405341090
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  18. Pass43,054 miles (+1,566)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    43,054 miles
    Test number
    762542020062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,488 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    41,488 miles
    Test number
    300862029031
    • NoteADVISE SURFACE CORROSION TO VEHICLE SUSPENSION COMPONENTS

  20. Fail41,488 miles (+2,373)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,488 miles
    Test number
    681072529042
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteADVISE SURFACE CORROSION TO VEHICLE SUSPENSION COMPONENTS

  21. Pass39,115 miles (+4,103)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    39,115 miles
    Test number
    752567108085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,012 miles (+2,832)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    35,012 miles
    Test number
    541094307007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    32,180 miles
    Test number
    551833406061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S79 GWU

Does S79 GWU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S79 GWU expired on 12 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S79 GWU?
The MOT on S79 GWU expired on 12 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S79 GWU done?
S79 GWU was recorded at 87,616 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2021, an average of 3,495 miles a year.
Has S79 GWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S79 GWU has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2018.
Has the mileage on S79 GWU 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 S79 GWU find?
S79 GWU passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2021 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front drop links; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 4 more.

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