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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S84 ADUMOT history

S84 ADU is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 18 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 93,095 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

S84 ADU black 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 Sept 2027
Mileage
93,095 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,247 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S84 ADU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
18 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S84 ADU was last recorded at 93,095 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 73 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,022 miles · 24 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
73 miles
Average per year
2,247 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,095 miles
  • 2025 – 88,395 miles
  • 2024 – 83,764 miles
  • 2023 – 80,552 miles
  • 2022 – 75,558 miles
  • 2021 – 70,438 miles
  • 2020 – 66,978 miles
  • 2019 – 63,413 miles
  • 2018 – 58,928 miles
  • 2017 – 58,766 miles
  • 2016 – 58,561 miles
  • 2015 – 58,407 miles
  • 2014 – 56,179 miles
  • 2013 – 55,766 miles
  • 2012 – 55,309 miles
  • 2011 – 53,206 miles
  • 2010 – 52,636 miles
  • 2009 – 52,353 miles
  • 2008 – 51,808 miles
  • 2007 – 50,348 miles
  • 2006 – 48,880 miles
  • 2005 – 45,583 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,095 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arms corrodingRecorded 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Hand brake travel long recommend adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,095 miles (+73)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    93,095 miles
    Test number
    954042886161
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arms corroding

  2. Fail93,022 miles (+4,627)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,022 miles
    Test number
    312577670611
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Nearside inner sill and offside outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arms corroding

  3. Pass88,395 miles (+4,631)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    88,395 miles
    Test number
    983991019052
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body corrosion arch and sill
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body corrosion arch and sill
    • 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass83,764 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    83,764 miles
    Test number
    472890498535
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel long recommend adjustment or repair

  5. Fail83,764 miles (+3,212)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,764 miles
    Test number
    435474376515
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Nearside - Offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel long recommend adjustment or repair

  6. Pass80,552 miles (+4,994)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    80,552 miles
    Test number
    743763532923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,558 miles (+5,120)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    75,558 miles
    Test number
    200444171988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass70,438 miles (+3,460)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    70,438 miles
    Test number
    447733791452
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive From Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive On The Outer Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 Tyre's Are Perished/Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass66,978 miles (+39)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,978 miles
    Test number
    902976936227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill has small hole which will increase over time please monitor and repair as necessary (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Fail66,939 miles (+3,526)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,939 miles
    Test number
    983754943945
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill has large hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill has small hole which will increase over time please monitor and repair as necessary (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass63,413 miles (+4,485)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    63,413 miles
    Test number
    446811167293
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance Slightly high (31%). it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake fluctuating, but not excessively
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Pass58,928 miles (+162)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    58,928 miles
    Test number
    868522373033
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear sill corroded

  13. Pass58,766 miles (+205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    58,766 miles
    Test number
    792273842725
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

  14. Pass58,561 miles (+154)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    58,561 miles
    Test number
    405573309145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,407 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    58,407 miles
    Test number
    989656495177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  16. Fail58,407 miles (+2,228)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,407 miles
    Test number
    205466695487
    • DangerousFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass56,179 miles (+413)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    56,179 miles
    Test number
    119919114231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,766 miles (+457)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    55,766 miles
    Test number
    755347993141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,309 miles (+2,103)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    55,309 miles
    Test number
    197929112221
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass53,206 miles (+570)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    53,206 miles
    Test number
    515846411216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,636 miles (+283)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    52,636 miles
    Test number
    944317710280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,353 miles (+545)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    52,353 miles
    Test number
    343412329458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass51,808 miles (+1,460)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    51,808 miles
    Test number
    622725118260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass50,348 miles (+1,468)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    50,348 miles
    Test number
    113318017254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,880 miles (+3,297)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    48,880 miles
    Test number
    513362526258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    45,583 miles
    Test number
    742140925226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S84 ADU

Does S84 ADU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S84 ADU is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S84 ADU?
The MOT on S84 ADU is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S84 ADU done?
S84 ADU was recorded at 93,095 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 2,247 miles a year.
Has S84 ADU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S84 ADU has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S84 ADU 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 S84 ADU find?
S84 ADU passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: both front lower suspension arms corroding.

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