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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

S83 NLOMOT history

S83 NLO is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 13 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 24 Jun 2026 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 121,884 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

S83 NLO green 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 24 Jun 2026
Mileage
121,884 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S83 NLO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
13 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S83 NLO was last recorded at 121,884 miles on 22 May 2026, 852 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Nov 2005: 64,915 miles, lower than 69,410 miles on 7 Nov 2005.

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
121,032 miles · 25 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
852 miles
Average per year
2,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,884 miles
  • 2025 – 121,032 miles
  • 2020 – 118,144 miles
  • 2019 – 112,048 miles
  • 2016 – 108,748 miles
  • 2014 – 106,387 miles
  • 2013 – 106,088 miles
  • 2012 – 104,196 miles
  • 2011 – 99,803 miles
  • 2010 – 96,766 miles
  • 2009 – 93,678 miles
  • 2007 – 79,375 miles
  • 2006 – 68,346 miles
  • 2005 – 64,915 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail121,884 miles
  • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousVehicle required to be removed by trailer before total failure of brakes
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jets required adjustments (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high prs (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorCentral Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront all suspension components corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill recommended (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill recommended (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front head lamp slight loose ,mount broken
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced quarter panel ,wheel arch lower corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill recommended (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill recommended (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear all suspension components corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOnly just pass emissions on lambda
  • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Upper quarter panel damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear wheel arch corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Battery breather pipes not connected

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim on Minimum level

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail121,884 miles (+852)2 dangerous7 major1 repaired2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,884 miles
    Test number
    154537131914
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousVehicle required to be removed by trailer before total failure of brakes
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jets required adjustments (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high prs (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront all suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill recommended (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill recommended (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front head lamp slight loose ,mount broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced quarter panel ,wheel arch lower corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill recommended (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill recommended (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear all suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryOnly just pass emissions on lambda
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion
  2. Pass121,032 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    121,032 miles
    Test number
    670569768457
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront all suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper quarter panel damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear all suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all under body corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Fail121,032 miles (+2,888)7 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,032 miles
    Test number
    158665908110
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted brake calliper mounting loose (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail pipe/middle section not attached to each other (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront all suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear Brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper quarter panel damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear all suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnder body vehicle structures corrosion
  4. Pass118,144 miles (+6,096)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    118,144 miles
    Test number
    798335497571
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryImpact type damage to off side rear quarter panel
    • AdvisoryNearside rear outer sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arc slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle has some under body and component surface corrosion
  5. Pass112,048 miles (+22)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    112,048 miles
    Test number
    127213268910
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip in front screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery breather pipes not connected
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp aim on Minimum level
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail112,026 miles (+3,278)2 major2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,026 miles
    Test number
    545804877097
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit Refitted clamp (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip in front screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery breather pipes not connected
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp aim on Minimum level
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass108,748 miles (+2,361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    108,748 miles
    Test number
    182545698501
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  8. Pass106,387 miles (+299)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    106,387 miles
    Test number
    128428074189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,088 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    106,088 miles
    Test number
    547510583114
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Fail106,082 miles (+1,886)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,082 miles
    Test number
    299625333161
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteIgnition light on fan belt snaped
  11. Pass104,196 miles (+4,393)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    104,196 miles
    Test number
    445902162010
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  12. Pass99,803 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    99,803 miles
    Test number
    999023461005
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Fail99,803 miles (+3,037)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,803 miles
    Test number
    285393961093
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass96,766 miles1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    96,766 miles
    Test number
    154987250410
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront brake pads 3/4 worn
    • NoteNearside handbrake will need attention in the near future
    • NoteNearside rear brake has a slight bind
    • NoteNearside rear brake pads wearing low
    • NoteNearside rear outter sill starting to blister and corrode
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on the inner edge wearing low to the legal ,limit
    • NoteOffside front wiper just starting to smear windscreen
  15. Fail96,766 miles (+3,088)2 repaired1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,766 miles
    Test number
    854077250073
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront brake pads 3/4 worn
    • NoteNearside handbrake will need attention in the near future
    • NoteNearside rear brake has a slight bind
    • NoteNearside rear brake pads wearing low
    • NoteNearside rear outter sill starting to blister and corrode
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on the inner edge wearing low to the legal ,limit
    • NoteOffside front wiper just starting to smear windscreen
  16. Pass93,678 miles (+14,303)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    93,678 miles
    Test number
    382815759004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,375 miles (+11,029)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    79,375 miles
    Test number
    291183117304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass68,346 miles (+3,431)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    68,346 miles
    Test number
    480492716308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,915 miles (-4,495)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    64,915 miles
    Test number
    471082415497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail69,410 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,410 miles
    Test number
    423321215311
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Questions about S83 NLO

Does S83 NLO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S83 NLO expired on 24 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S83 NLO?
The MOT on S83 NLO expired on 24 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S83 NLO done?
S83 NLO was recorded at 121,884 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 2,555 miles a year.
Has S83 NLO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S83 NLO has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S83 NLO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Nov 2005. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S83 NLO find?
S83 NLO failed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 7 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test, 2 minor defects and 14 advisories: brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear; vehicle required to be removed by trailer before total failure of brakes; brake performance unable to be tested, and 23 more.

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