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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,798 cc

S9 NSLMOT history

S9 NSL is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 80,595 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

S9 NSL red 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 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
80,595 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S9 NSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S9 NSL was last recorded at 80,595 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 1,013 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,582 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,013 miles
Average per year
2,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,595 miles
  • 2025 – 79,582 miles
  • 2024 – 77,662 miles
  • 2023 – 76,810 miles
  • 2022 – 76,272 miles
  • 2021 – 75,979 miles
  • 2020 – 75,080 miles
  • 2019 – 73,989 miles
  • 2018 – 72,108 miles
  • 2017 – 68,595 miles
  • 2016 – 64,414 miles
  • 2015 – 59,951 miles
  • 2014 – 55,644 miles
  • 2013 – 51,041 miles
  • 2012 – 46,281 miles
  • 2011 – 40,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,595 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-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.

  • General corrosion to under body and components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively O/s front and o/s rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,595 miles (+1,013)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    80,595 miles
    Test number
    534621429936
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass79,582 miles (+1,920)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    79,582 miles
    Test number
    509234131426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass77,662 miles (+852)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    77,662 miles
    Test number
    645415426371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,810 miles (+538)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    76,810 miles
    Test number
    400366775691
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass76,272 miles (+293)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    76,272 miles
    Test number
    843211514089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass75,979 miles (+899)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    75,979 miles
    Test number
    428438608331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,080 miles (+1,091)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    75,080 miles
    Test number
    804616414877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,989 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    73,989 miles
    Test number
    211918157102
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to under body and components
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively O/s front and o/s rear (1.2.1 (e))
  9. Fail73,989 miles (+1,881)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,989 miles
    Test number
    132707606378
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to under body and components
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively O/s front and o/s rear (1.2.1 (e))
  10. Pass72,108 miles (+3,513)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    72,108 miles
    Test number
    140184790512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    68,595 miles
    Test number
    395654287304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,595 miles (+4,181)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,595 miles
    Test number
    375984131012
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  13. Pass64,414 miles (+4,463)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    64,414 miles
    Test number
    580757120612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,951 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    59,951 miles
    Test number
    426487035090
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail59,951 miles (+4,307)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,951 miles
    Test number
    145217035073
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass55,644 miles (+4,603)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    55,644 miles
    Test number
    585118034021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,041 miles (+4,760)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    51,041 miles
    Test number
    619071753074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,281 miles (+5,438)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    46,281 miles
    Test number
    768700162027
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in both front droplinks
    • NoteSlight play in rear anti roll bar bushes
  19. Pass40,843 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    40,843 miles
    Test number
    588507341045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted
  20. Fail40,843 miles2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,843 miles
    Test number
    559997941015
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted

Questions about S9 NSL

Does S9 NSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S9 NSL is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S9 NSL?
The MOT on S9 NSL is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S9 NSL done?
S9 NSL was recorded at 80,595 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 2,618 miles a year.
Has S9 NSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S9 NSL has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2019.
Has the mileage on S9 NSL 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 S9 NSL find?
S9 NSL passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor, and 1 more.

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