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Mazda MX-5

Yellow · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

V30 BADMOT history

V30 BAD is a yellow petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 7 May 2025 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 43,837 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2024.

V30 BAD yellow 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 7 May 2025
Mileage
43,837 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2024
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
557 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V30 BAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
29 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 May 2025
Latest MOT test
8 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V30 BAD was last recorded at 43,837 miles on 8 May 2024, 95 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,742 miles · 12 May 2022
Between the last two tests
95 miles
Average per year
557 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 43,837 miles
  • 2022 – 43,742 miles
  • 2021 – 43,492 miles
  • 2019 – 43,077 miles
  • 2018 – 42,828 miles
  • 2017 – 42,559 miles
  • 2016 – 42,277 miles
  • 2014 – 41,982 miles
  • 2013 – 41,436 miles
  • 2012 – 41,413 miles
  • 2010 – 40,976 miles
  • 2009 – 40,368 miles
  • 2008 – 39,134 miles
  • 2007 – 37,749 miles
  • 2006 – 33,907 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,837 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill outer (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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Both outer sills corroded under paint not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Underneath of vehicle heavily undersealed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass43,837 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    43,837 miles
    Test number
    402713959187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail43,837 miles (+95)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,837 miles
    Test number
    424746167784
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass43,742 miles (+250)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    43,742 miles
    Test number
    608636920220
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front and offside rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack boot (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded under paint not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension heavily corroded not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryUnderneath of vehicle heavily undersealed

  4. Pass43,492 miles (+17)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    43,492 miles
    Test number
    316506458284
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded under paint not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension heavily corroded not excessive
    • AdvisoryUnderneath of vehicle heavily undersealed

  5. Fail43,475 miles (+398)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,475 miles
    Test number
    433057564524
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded under paint not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension heavily corroded not excessive
    • AdvisoryUnderneath of vehicle heavily undersealed

  6. Pass43,077 miles (+249)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    43,077 miles
    Test number
    529636115763
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass42,828 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    42,828 miles
    Test number
    383222238241
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill starting to corrode

  8. Fail42,828 miles (+269)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,828 miles
    Test number
    139389113352
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill starting to corrode

  9. Pass42,559 miles (+282)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    42,559 miles
    Test number
    235120501920
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass42,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    42,277 miles
    Test number
    370869056534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail42,277 miles (+295)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,277 miles
    Test number
    999278024501
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  12. Pass41,982 miles (+546)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    41,982 miles
    Test number
    536436514209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    41,436 miles
    Test number
    878718293164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail41,430 miles (+17)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,430 miles
    Test number
    857458793134
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  15. Pass41,413 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    41,413 miles
    Test number
    389423602157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail41,408 miles (+432)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,408 miles
    Test number
    248338992062
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass40,976 miles (+608)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    40,976 miles
    Test number
    803706790152
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdv.>>> both rear brake discs and pads worn down

  18. Pass40,368 miles (+1,234)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    40,368 miles
    Test number
    801423679129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,134 miles (+1,385)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    39,134 miles
    Test number
    421470008251
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  20. Pass37,749 miles (+3,842)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    37,749 miles
    Test number
    111143487196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    33,907 miles
    Test number
    311804096121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V30 BAD

Does V30 BAD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V30 BAD expired on 7 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V30 BAD?
The MOT on V30 BAD expired on 7 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V30 BAD done?
V30 BAD was recorded at 43,837 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2024, an average of 557 miles a year.
Has V30 BAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V30 BAD has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2024.
Has the mileage on V30 BAD 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 V30 BAD find?
V30 BAD passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2024 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 3 more.

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