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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,839 cc

S801 TBOMOT history

S801 TBO is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 6 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 74,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

S801 TBO 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 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
74,598 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,560 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S801 TBO
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
6 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S801 TBO was last recorded at 74,598 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,598 miles · 27 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,560 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,598 miles
  • 2025 – 74,108 miles
  • 2024 – 69,701 miles
  • 2023 – 69,480 miles
  • 2022 – 67,534 miles
  • 2021 – 67,507 miles
  • 2020 – 59,944 miles
  • 2019 – 57,941 miles
  • 2018 – 55,658 miles
  • 2017 – 53,608 miles
  • 2016 – 51,658 miles
  • 2015 – 49,984 miles
  • 2014 – 47,899 miles
  • 2013 – 46,035 miles
  • 2012 – 44,384 miles
  • 2011 – 41,695 miles
  • 2010 – 38,317 miles
  • 2009 – 34,299 miles
  • 2008 – 31,531 miles
  • 2007 – 28,834 miles
  • 2006 – 25,235 miles
  • 2005 – 21,647 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,598 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced multiple places (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 22 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,598 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    74,598 miles
    Test number
    359082276268
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced multiple places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail74,598 miles (+490)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,598 miles
    Test number
    942844088128
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced multiple places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass74,108 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    74,108 miles
    Test number
    202165270746
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail74,108 miles (+4,407)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,108 miles
    Test number
    597530151152
    • MajorBrake valve leaking bias (1.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass69,701 miles (+221)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    69,701 miles
    Test number
    616088718010
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass69,480 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    69,480 miles
    Test number
    705587705396
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail69,480 miles (+1,946)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,480 miles
    Test number
    110725479714
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass67,534 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    67,534 miles
    Test number
    127128012453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail67,524 miles (+17)2 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,524 miles
    Test number
    885954839005
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail67,507 miles (+7,563)3 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,507 miles
    Test number
    740298909187
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass59,944 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    59,944 miles
    Test number
    324022209158
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail59,937 miles (+1,996)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,937 miles
    Test number
    670952624669
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction inoperative. (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, corroded at rear junction. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner, n/s and o/s. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  13. Pass57,941 miles (+2,283)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    57,941 miles
    Test number
    718417635260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre close to limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre close to limit

  14. Pass55,658 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    55,658 miles
    Test number
    752768006836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo coolant or oil

  15. Fail55,658 miles (+2,050)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,658 miles
    Test number
    304377566748
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo coolant or oil

  16. Pass53,608 miles (+1,950)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    53,608 miles
    Test number
    279280037170
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight o/s brake bind. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracked on outer edge, but not to structure.

  17. Pass51,658 miles (+1,674)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    51,658 miles
    Test number
    227428236277
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight o/s/f brake bind. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass49,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    49,984 miles
    Test number
    847946995153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail49,984 miles (+2,085)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,984 miles
    Test number
    848086095134
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  20. Fail47,899 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,899 miles
    Test number
    259324384192
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNail in front tyre

  21. Pass47,899 miles (+1,864)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    47,899 miles
    Test number
    768914684115
    • NoteNail in front tyre

  22. Fail46,035 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,035 miles
    Test number
    296686893416
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass46,035 miles (+1,651)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,035 miles
    Test number
    629226893106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    44,384 miles
    Test number
    585871402280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail44,383 miles (+2,688)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,383 miles
    Test number
    385821302475
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  26. Pass41,695 miles (+3,378)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    41,695 miles
    Test number
    748686801244
    • NoteRear pads worn
    • NoteRust to n/s sill area
    • NoteSlight sidewall damage n/s frt tyre

  27. Pass38,317 miles (+4,018)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    38,317 miles
    Test number
    360967590148
    • NoteCatalytic converter beginning to fail

  28. Pass34,299 miles (+2,768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    34,299 miles
    Test number
    742337399117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass31,531 miles (+2,697)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    31,531 miles
    Test number
    780699698147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass28,834 miles (+3,599)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    28,834 miles
    Test number
    882084407212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass25,235 miles (+3,588)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    25,235 miles
    Test number
    823931006211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass21,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    21,647 miles
    Test number
    403183205282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S801 TBO

Does S801 TBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S801 TBO is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S801 TBO?
The MOT on S801 TBO is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S801 TBO done?
S801 TBO was recorded at 74,598 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 2,560 miles a year.
Has S801 TBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S801 TBO has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S801 TBO 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 S801 TBO find?
S801 TBO passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced multiple places; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail, and 1 more.

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