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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S85 CLGMOT history

S85 CLG is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 14 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 95,677 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

S85 CLG gold 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 Apr 2027
Mileage
95,677 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,139 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S85 CLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
14 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S85 CLG was last recorded at 95,677 miles on 1 May 2026, 2,218 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,459 miles · 8 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,218 miles
Average per year
2,139 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,677 miles
  • 2024 – 93,459 miles
  • 2023 – 90,650 miles
  • 2022 – 89,117 miles
  • 2021 – 87,341 miles
  • 2020 – 85,094 miles
  • 2019 – 85,068 miles
  • 2018 – 81,391 miles
  • 2017 – 78,279 miles
  • 2016 – 77,519 miles
  • 2015 – 76,743 miles
  • 2014 – 76,307 miles
  • 2013 – 74,794 miles
  • 2012 – 73,954 miles
  • 2011 – 70,640 miles
  • 2010 – 67,493 miles
  • 2009 – 63,430 miles
  • 2008 – 59,346 miles
  • 2007 – 54,762 miles
  • 2006 – 52,850 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,677 miles
  • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

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.

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Covers fitted concealing some components .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Corroded bracket .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill holed and corroded .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,677 miles (+2,218)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    95,677 miles
    Test number
    643469175067
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  2. Pass93,459 miles1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    93,459 miles
    Test number
    320188693853
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted concealing some components .
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Corroded bracket . (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill holed and corroded . (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail93,459 miles (+2,809)1 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,459 miles
    Test number
    396859775935
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted concealing some components .
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Corroded bracket . (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill holed and corroded . (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass90,650 miles (+1,533)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    90,650 miles
    Test number
    418164442907
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass89,117 miles (+1,776)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    89,117 miles
    Test number
    633662353821
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both bottom bushes perished but have no excessive movement (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion to chassis and suspension components
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass87,341 miles (+2,247)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    87,341 miles
    Test number
    314351291085
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion starting to form, suspension components, bodywork etc

  7. Pass85,094 miles (+1)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2021
    Odometer
    85,094 miles
    Test number
    248858126284
    • MinorNearside Hazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light (4.9.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bottom bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bottom bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes worn excessively
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle including suspension, brakes, body, subframe and sills

  8. Fail85,093 miles (+25)2 dangerous5 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,093 miles
    Test number
    509463321267
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cords showing through cracks in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Hazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light (4.9.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bottom bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bottom bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes worn excessively
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle including suspension, brakes, body, subframe and sills

  9. Fail85,068 miles (+3,677)1 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,068 miles
    Test number
    597971042031
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL PIPES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDERTRAYS AND OTHER PROTECTIVE COVERS FITTED UNABLE TO INSPECT SOME COMPONANTS

  10. Pass81,391 miles (+3,112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    81,391 miles
    Test number
    170023838677
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion starting to the underside of vehicle / suspension / braking / steering / exhaust components

  11. Pass78,279 miles (+760)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,279 miles
    Test number
    146539453833
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass77,519 miles (+776)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    77,519 miles
    Test number
    502911358264
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt needs replacing
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  13. Pass76,743 miles (+436)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    76,743 miles
    Test number
    185366225158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHandbrake high travel

  14. Pass76,307 miles (+1,513)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    76,307 miles
    Test number
    789000124193
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass74,794 miles (+840)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,794 miles
    Test number
    317996713183
    • NoteNearside to offside rear brake pipe has slight corrosion
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass73,954 miles (+3,314)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    73,954 miles
    Test number
    507076422128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,640 miles (+3,147)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    70,640 miles
    Test number
    218854851497
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  18. Pass67,493 miles (+4,063)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    67,493 miles
    Test number
    220174550471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,430 miles (+4,084)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    63,430 miles
    Test number
    974638549171
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass59,346 miles (+4,584)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    59,346 miles
    Test number
    600040258140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,762 miles (+1,912)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    54,762 miles
    Test number
    583765047171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    52,850 miles
    Test number
    352334816175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S85 CLG

Does S85 CLG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S85 CLG is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S85 CLG?
The MOT on S85 CLG is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S85 CLG done?
S85 CLG was recorded at 95,677 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 2,139 miles a year.
Has S85 CLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S85 CLG has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2024.
Has the mileage on S85 CLG 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 S85 CLG find?
S85 CLG passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 12 advisories: front subframe corroded; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 9 more.

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