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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

S809 TBOMOT history

S809 TBO is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 12 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 31 Aug 2024 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 121,476 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2025.

S809 TBO 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 31 Aug 2024
Mileage
121,476 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,031 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S809 TBO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S809 TBO was last recorded at 121,476 miles on 24 Jun 2025, 1,870 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,606 miles · 1 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
1,870 miles
Average per year
4,031 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,476 miles
  • 2023 – 119,606 miles
  • 2022 – 119,522 miles
  • 2021 – 119,297 miles
  • 2020 – 119,036 miles
  • 2019 – 118,860 miles
  • 2018 – 117,528 miles
  • 2017 – 116,063 miles
  • 2016 – 113,545 miles
  • 2015 – 110,097 miles
  • 2014 – 104,235 miles
  • 2013 – 94,296 miles
  • 2012 – 85,212 miles
  • 2011 – 77,484 miles
  • 2010 – 69,899 miles
  • 2009 – 61,689 miles
  • 2008 – 54,465 miles
  • 2007 – 49,602 miles
  • 2006 – 44,118 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail121,476 miles
  • DangerousRear Axle modified so that axle functionality is affected (5.1.1 (c) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear arches corroded o/s and n/s

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Filler to upper outer sill/wheelarch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail121,476 miles (+1,870)1 dangerous3 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,476 miles
    Test number
    734289158605
    • DangerousRear Axle modified so that axle functionality is affected (5.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear arches corroded o/s and n/s

  2. Pass119,606 miles (+11)4 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    119,606 miles
    Test number
    137462784112
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Filler to upper outer sill/wheelarch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body "A" pillar corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Filler to upper outer sill/wheelarch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail119,595 miles (+73)2 dangerous5 major4 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,595 miles
    Test number
    220875905185
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced chassis/sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Filler to upper outer sill/wheelarch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body "A" pillar corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Filler to upper outer sill/wheelarch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass119,522 miles (+225)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    119,522 miles
    Test number
    573454566368
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass119,297 miles4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    119,297 miles
    Test number
    422293630018
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail119,297 miles (+261)1 repaired4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,297 miles
    Test number
    205158845734
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass119,036 miles (+176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    119,036 miles
    Test number
    176657804918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass118,860 miles (+47)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    118,860 miles
    Test number
    853558907572
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  9. Fail118,813 miles (+1,285)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,813 miles
    Test number
    463927525856
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  10. Pass117,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    117,528 miles
    Test number
    278425148854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail117,528 miles (+1,465)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,528 miles
    Test number
    867114148187
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass116,063 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    116,063 miles
    Test number
    318979916658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail116,022 miles (+2,477)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,022 miles
    Test number
    834762603052
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded anti roll bar mount (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass113,545 miles (+3,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    113,545 miles
    Test number
    703958159223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass110,097 miles (+5,862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    110,097 miles
    Test number
    230102057561
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass104,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    104,235 miles
    Test number
    689423744395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail104,235 miles (+9,939)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,235 miles
    Test number
    639033444365
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  18. Fail94,296 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,296 miles
    Test number
    266643233357
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass94,296 miles (+9,084)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    94,296 miles
    Test number
    628833433376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass85,212 miles (+7,728)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    85,212 miles
    Test number
    427158532447
    • 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)

  21. Pass77,484 miles (+7,585)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    77,484 miles
    Test number
    415488521422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass69,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    69,899 miles
    Test number
    272954230332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail69,896 miles (+8,207)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,896 miles
    Test number
    784244730319
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHandbrake travel
    • NoteNearside wiper blade split but clears screen effectively
    • NoteRear brake pipes slightly corroded

  24. Pass61,689 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    61,689 miles
    Test number
    421908229416
    • NoteCorrosion to n/s/f and o/s/f chassis legs

  25. Fail61,684 miles (+2,850)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,684 miles
    Test number
    690997329387
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCorrosion to n/s/f and o/s/f chassis legs
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted

  26. Pass58,834 miles (+4,369)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    58,834 miles
    Test number
    272621409155
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass54,465 miles (+4,863)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    54,465 miles
    Test number
    202863208160
    • NoteCorrosion starting both front inner wheel arches to inner chassis
    • NoteHandbrake travel long
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge & on 0-4mm
    • NoteStrong advise nearside front tyre on 1.6-4mm within centre three quarters of tyre tread

  28. Pass49,602 miles (+5,484)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    49,602 miles
    Test number
    594125797049
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge and on limit

  29. Pass44,118 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    44,118 miles
    Test number
    283125506165
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S809 TBO

Does S809 TBO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S809 TBO expired on 31 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S809 TBO?
The MOT on S809 TBO expired on 31 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S809 TBO done?
S809 TBO was recorded at 121,476 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2025, an average of 4,031 miles a year.
Has S809 TBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S809 TBO has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on S809 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 S809 TBO find?
S809 TBO failed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects, 3 minor defects and 12 advisories: rear axle modified so that axle functionality is affected; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush; nearside front steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 16 more.

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