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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S98 BAAMOT history

S98 BAA is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 10 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 10 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 102,906 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2021.

S98 BAA gold 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 10 Nov 2022
Mileage
102,906 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2021
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,726 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S98 BAA
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
10 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

S98 BAA was last recorded at 102,906 miles on 29 Oct 2021, 238 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
102,668 miles · 23 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
238 miles
Average per year
1,726 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 102,906 miles
  • 2020 – 102,668 miles
  • 2019 – 102,516 miles
  • 2018 – 100,653 miles
  • 2017 – 98,180 miles
  • 2016 – 94,262 miles
  • 2015 – 90,813 miles
  • 2013 – 90,745 miles
  • 2012 – 90,731 miles
  • 2011 – 17,564 miles
  • 2010 – 90,562 miles
  • 2009 – 90,089 miles
  • 2008 – 87,104 miles
  • 2007 – 84,184 miles
  • 2006 – 76,217 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,906 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,906 miles (+238)2 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    102,906 miles
    Test number
    315920225706
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass102,668 miles (+152)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    102,668 miles
    Test number
    991596746217
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass102,516 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    102,516 miles
    Test number
    540920533641
    • AdvisoryVarious patches of corrosion ok at time of test
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  4. Fail102,516 miles (+1,863)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,516 miles
    Test number
    673577260076
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious patches of corrosion ok at time of test
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  5. Pass100,653 miles (+2,473)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    100,653 miles
    Test number
    772249902844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass98,180 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    98,180 miles
    Test number
    696751479073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail98,178 miles (+3,916)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,178 miles
    Test number
    559058357423
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  8. Pass94,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    94,262 miles
    Test number
    300837633593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail94,262 miles (+3,449)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,262 miles
    Test number
    340493133350
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded under sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded under sill (5.2.6)

  10. Pass90,813 miles (+68)17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    90,813 miles
    Test number
    110297459554
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside n/s o/s head lamp aim dim
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s head lamp aim dim
    • AdvisoryUnder side vehicle corroded to excess

  11. Pass90,745 miles (+14)8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    90,745 miles
    Test number
    115717143255
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteN/s aim dim

  12. Pass90,731 miles10 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    90,731 miles
    Test number
    229186822398
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteUnder vehicle corroded

  13. Fail90,731 miles (+73,167)3 failures11 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,731 miles
    Test number
    378726422395
    • FailureFront An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteUnder vehicle corroded

  14. Fail17,564 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,564 miles
    Test number
    696810721356
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteRear wiper split

  15. Pass90,610 miles (+48)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    90,610 miles
    Test number
    748700721350
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteRear wiper split

  16. Pass90,562 miles8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    90,562 miles
    Test number
    561853670250
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront and rear chassis corroded
    • NoteFront and rear discs corroded

  17. Fail90,562 miles (+473)1 failure8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,562 miles
    Test number
    190233470245
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront and rear chassis corroded
    • NoteFront and rear discs corroded

  18. Pass90,089 miles (+2,985)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    90,089 miles
    Test number
    250300119258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail87,104 miles4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,104 miles
    Test number
    464350228224
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  20. Pass87,104 miles (+2,920)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    87,104 miles
    Test number
    721670028223
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  21. Fail84,184 miles4 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,184 miles
    Test number
    154494817292
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront discs coroded

  22. Pass84,184 miles (+7,967)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    84,184 miles
    Test number
    250234017239
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront discs coroded

  23. Pass76,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    76,217 miles
    Test number
    432993536183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S98 BAA

Does S98 BAA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S98 BAA expired on 10 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S98 BAA?
The MOT on S98 BAA expired on 10 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S98 BAA done?
S98 BAA was recorded at 102,906 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2021, an average of 1,726 miles a year.
Has S98 BAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S98 BAA has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on S98 BAA 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 S98 BAA find?
S98 BAA passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2021 with 2 minor defects and 16 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 15 more.

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