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Mazda MX-5

Purple · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

S804 TCAMOT history

S804 TCA is a purple petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 5 Aug 2026 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 122,810 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

S804 TCA purple 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 5 Aug 2026
Mileage
122,810 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,685 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S804 TCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S804 TCA was last recorded at 122,810 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 668 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Jul 2025: 121,118 miles, lower than 121,497 miles on 18 Jul 2024.

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
122,142 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
668 miles
Average per year
2,685 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,810 miles
  • 2025 – 122,142 miles
  • 2024 – 121,497 miles
  • 2023 – 120,562 miles
  • 2021 – 118,876 miles
  • 2020 – 116,892 miles
  • 2017 – 114,400 miles
  • 2016 – 109,175 miles
  • 2015 – 106,226 miles
  • 2011 – 103,312 miles
  • 2010 – 98,640 miles
  • 2009 – 91,770 miles
  • 2008 – 85,456 miles
  • 2006 – 67,972 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail122,810 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Under side of vehicle in poor condition due to corrosion

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Vehicle modified with lowered suspension body kit making corrosion hard to see as outer sill covered with body kit

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Slight exhaust blow

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Additional hydraulic hand brake fitted along side normal parking brake feed taken from abs pump

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Both front tyres wearing close to wear bars

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail122,810 miles (+668)10 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,810 miles
    Test number
    391410133799
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass122,142 miles (+1,024)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    122,142 miles
    Test number
    914479500007
    • AdvisoryAdditional hydraulic hand brake fitted along side normal parking brake feed taken from abs pump
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing close to wear bars
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on limit
    • AdvisoryNoise front n/s/f suspension unable to locate any play
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle in poor condition due to corrosion
    • AdvisoryVehicle modified with lowered suspension body kit making corrosion hard to see as outer sill covered with body kit

  3. Fail121,118 miles (-379)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,118 miles
    Test number
    394731486142
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt installation anchorage insecure lower bolt not connect to vehicle and buckle missing (10.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm has an unsafe modification lower arm inner bolt loose with excess play (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm outer bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm outer bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm has an unsafe modification lower arm inner bolt loose with excess play (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdditional hydraulic hand brake fitted along side normal parking brake feed taken from abs pump
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing close to wear bars
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on limit
    • AdvisoryNoise front n/s/f suspension unable to locate any play
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle in poor condition due to corrosion
    • AdvisoryVehicle modified with lowered suspension body kit making corrosion hard to see as outer sill covered with body kit

  4. Pass121,497 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    121,497 miles
    Test number
    729134055309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail121,482 miles (+920)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,482 miles
    Test number
    251123525420
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSteering system fouling Both front wheels fouling against suspension (lock to lock) (2.1.4 (a))

  6. Pass120,562 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    120,562 miles
    Test number
    914228262556
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake binding slightly
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle in poor condition due to corrosion
    • AdvisoryVehicle modified with lowered suspension body kit making corrosion hard to see as outer sill covered with body kit
    • Advisory• additional hydraulic hand brake fitted along side normal parking brake feed taken from abs pump

  7. Fail120,552 miles (+26)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,552 miles
    Test number
    146618754314
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake binding slightly
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle in poor condition due to corrosion
    • AdvisoryVehicle modified with lowered suspension body kit making corrosion hard to see as outer sill covered with body kit
    • Advisory• additional hydraulic hand brake fitted along side normal parking brake feed taken from abs pump

  8. Fail120,526 miles (+1,650)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,526 miles
    Test number
    150929841171
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front and rear joints on cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill and front of inner wheel arch n/s/r as marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill and front of o/s/r inner wheel arch as marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdditional hydraulic hand brake fitted along side normal parking brake feed taken from abs pump
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle in poor condition due to corrosion
    • AdvisoryVehicle modified with lowered suspension body kit making corrosion hard to see as outer sill covered with body kit

  9. Pass118,876 miles (+1,984)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    118,876 miles
    Test number
    788181409826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass116,892 miles (+20)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    116,892 miles
    Test number
    706597912695
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  11. Fail116,872 miles (+2,472)10 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,872 miles
    Test number
    173397280037
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor missing (1.6 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  12. Pass114,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    114,400 miles
    Test number
    241949389041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail114,400 miles (+5,225)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,400 miles
    Test number
    723061418262
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  14. Pass109,175 miles (+332)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    109,175 miles
    Test number
    515644355378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail108,843 miles (+2,617)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,843 miles
    Test number
    674673083732
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm all 4 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  16. Pass106,226 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    106,226 miles
    Test number
    989605505171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail106,222 miles (+2,910)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,222 miles
    Test number
    309342695012
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  18. Pass103,312 miles (+4,672)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    103,312 miles
    Test number
    696982501152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass98,640 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    98,640 miles
    Test number
    820504900127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Fail98,640 miles (+6,870)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,640 miles
    Test number
    683792400144
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass91,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    91,770 miles
    Test number
    844744089071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail91,770 miles (+6,314)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,770 miles
    Test number
    794737179086
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  23. Pass85,456 miles (+17,484)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    85,456 miles
    Test number
    933752308123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass67,972 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    67,972 miles
    Test number
    373426216118
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass67,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    67,972 miles
    Test number
    572112126180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S804 TCA

Does S804 TCA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S804 TCA expired on 5 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S804 TCA?
The MOT on S804 TCA expired on 5 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S804 TCA done?
S804 TCA was recorded at 122,810 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 2,685 miles a year.
Has S804 TCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S804 TCA has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S804 TCA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Jul 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S804 TCA find?
S804 TCA failed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 10 major defects, 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 17 more.

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