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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S811 ETMMOT history

S811 ETM is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 21 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 91,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

S811 ETM 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 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
91,645 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,657 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S811 ETM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S811 ETM was last recorded at 91,645 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 925 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,720 miles · 18 May 2024
Between the last two tests
925 miles
Average per year
2,657 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 91,645 miles
  • 2024 – 90,720 miles
  • 2023 – 89,197 miles
  • 2022 – 88,571 miles
  • 2021 – 86,444 miles
  • 2020 – 82,167 miles
  • 2018 – 78,298 miles
  • 2017 – 78,239 miles
  • 2016 – 75,511 miles
  • 2015 – 71,716 miles
  • 2014 – 67,648 miles
  • 2013 – 64,256 miles
  • 2012 – 60,489 miles
  • 2011 – 57,314 miles
  • 2010 – 54,177 miles
  • 2009 – 50,637 miles
  • 2008 – 47,701 miles
  • 2007 – 44,773 miles
  • 2006 – 40,281 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,645 miles
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides of vehicle. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,645 miles (+925)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    91,645 miles
    Test number
    769686756400
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides of vehicle. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass90,720 miles (+1,523)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    90,720 miles
    Test number
    217712271273
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,197 miles (+626)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    89,197 miles
    Test number
    917681873046
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass88,571 miles (+2,127)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    88,571 miles
    Test number
    847096941105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass86,444 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    86,444 miles
    Test number
    913261305895
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail86,443 miles (+4,276)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,443 miles
    Test number
    602149823946
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting centre (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass82,167 miles (+3,869)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,167 miles
    Test number
    251863655841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,298 miles (+59)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,298 miles
    Test number
    397996451041
    • AdvisoryFront flexi hoses starting to perish
    • AdvisoryFront front pads appear low and front discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps starting to fade
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sills badly corroded but not holed
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel long
    • AdvisoryNo high level brake light

  9. Pass78,239 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    78,239 miles
    Test number
    923682934055
    • AdvisoryFront suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and off side both upper and lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBad corrosion to both outer sills but not perforated
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lower suspension bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryDrive belts cracked
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads appear low
    • AdvisoryHead lamp lenses faded
    • AdvisoryNearside inner wheel arch corroded but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear number plate faded
    • AdvisorySteering wheel in poor condition

  10. Fail78,239 miles (+2,728)1 failure11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,239 miles
    Test number
    902651427613
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185 60 14 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and off side both upper and lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBad corrosion to both outer sills but not perforated
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lower suspension bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryDrive belts cracked
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads appear low
    • AdvisoryHead lamp lenses faded
    • AdvisoryNearside inner wheel arch corroded but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear number plate faded
    • AdvisorySteering wheel in poor condition

  11. Pass75,511 miles (+3,795)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    75,511 miles
    Test number
    568822989717
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass71,716 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    71,716 miles
    Test number
    507612225211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail71,698 miles (+4,050)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,698 miles
    Test number
    446887715275
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass67,648 miles (+3,392)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    67,648 miles
    Test number
    957356414248
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass64,256 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    64,256 miles
    Test number
    275667513244
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail64,256 miles (+3,767)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,256 miles
    Test number
    915777913256
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass60,489 miles (+3,175)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,489 miles
    Test number
    536960622292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,314 miles (+3,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    57,314 miles
    Test number
    307805621228
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass54,177 miles (+3,540)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    54,177 miles
    Test number
    391518520420
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass50,637 miles (+2,936)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    50,637 miles
    Test number
    163264429285
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOffside front brake slightly binding

  21. Pass47,701 miles (+2,928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    47,701 miles
    Test number
    504238518239
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass44,773 miles (+4,492)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    44,773 miles
    Test number
    192740727232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,281 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    40,281 miles
    Test number
    212506916219
    • NoteN/s headlamp set at lowest permissable setting

Questions about S811 ETM

Does S811 ETM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S811 ETM is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S811 ETM?
The MOT on S811 ETM is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S811 ETM done?
S811 ETM was recorded at 91,645 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 2,657 miles a year.
Has S811 ETM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S811 ETM has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on S811 ETM 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 S811 ETM find?
S811 ETM passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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