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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

V43 ABEMOT history

V43 ABE is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 9 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 69,374 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2023.

V43 ABE blue 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 23 May 2024
Mileage
69,374 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,029 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V43 ABE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 May 2024
Latest MOT test
24 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V43 ABE was last recorded at 69,374 miles on 24 May 2023, 12,795 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,579 miles · 23 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
12,795 miles
Average per year
3,029 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 69,374 miles
  • 2022 – 56,579 miles
  • 2021 – 45,248 miles
  • 2019 – 41,486 miles
  • 2018 – 37,118 miles
  • 2017 – 30,022 miles
  • 2016 – 26,988 miles
  • 2015 – 25,339 miles
  • 2014 – 24,418 miles
  • 2012 – 23,328 miles
  • 2011 – 23,184 miles
  • 2010 – 22,932 miles
  • 2009 – 21,979 miles
  • 2008 – 20,809 miles
  • 2007 – 19,149 miles
  • 2006 – 17,419 miles
  • 2005 – 15,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,374 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Brake fluid close to minimum mark

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,374 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    69,374 miles
    Test number
    667550981643
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail69,370 miles (+12,791)5 dangerous1 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,370 miles
    Test number
    188061773034
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Inner facings (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass56,579 miles (+2)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    56,579 miles
    Test number
    830454325037
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive anti roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail56,577 miles (+11,329)1 dangerous16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,577 miles
    Test number
    262086475073
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive anti roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass45,248 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    45,248 miles
    Test number
    664845706679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail45,243 miles (+3,757)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,243 miles
    Test number
    356952106847
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass41,486 miles (+4,368)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    41,486 miles
    Test number
    868276503458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass37,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    37,118 miles
    Test number
    765802892135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail37,118 miles (+7,096)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,118 miles
    Test number
    212973801450
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort inop (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  10. Pass30,022 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    30,022 miles
    Test number
    444828678216
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail30,022 miles (+3,034)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,022 miles
    Test number
    478054722858
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside 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)

  12. Pass26,988 miles (+1,649)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    26,988 miles
    Test number
    551347980688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass25,339 miles (+921)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    25,339 miles
    Test number
    506890885009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass24,418 miles (+1,090)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    24,418 miles
    Test number
    156716684459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,328 miles (+144)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    23,328 miles
    Test number
    166162082091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,184 miles (+252)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    23,184 miles
    Test number
    167564401011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail22,932 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,932 miles
    Test number
    352995920277
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass22,932 miles (+953)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    22,932 miles
    Test number
    704135920281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,979 miles (+1,170)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    21,979 miles
    Test number
    170197239292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,809 miles (+1,660)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    20,809 miles
    Test number
    943612448223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,149 miles (+1,730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    19,149 miles
    Test number
    110973547292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass17,419 miles (+1,649)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    17,419 miles
    Test number
    152486436238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    15,770 miles
    Test number
    811875055222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V43 ABE

Does V43 ABE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V43 ABE expired on 23 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V43 ABE?
The MOT on V43 ABE expired on 23 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V43 ABE done?
V43 ABE was recorded at 69,374 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2023, an average of 3,029 miles a year.
Has V43 ABE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V43 ABE has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 May 2023.
Has the mileage on V43 ABE 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 V43 ABE find?
V43 ABE passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2023 with 12 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 9 more.

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