
Mazda MX-5
Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,798 cc
V5 MFDMOT history
V5 MFD is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 16 Jul 2007. Its MOT expired on 23 May 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 96,615 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2025.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 23 May 2026
- Mileage
- 96,615 mi
- At MOT on 13 May 2025
- MOT tests
- 20
- 15 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 6,149 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- V5 MFD
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mazda
- Model
- MX-5
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,798 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2007
- First used
- 16 Jul 2007
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 23 May 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 13 May 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
V5 MFD was last recorded at 96,615 miles on 13 May 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 96,615 miles · 12 May 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 6,149 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 96,615 miles
- 2024 – 95,462 miles
- 2023 – 92,543 miles
- 2022 – 89,008 miles
- 2021 – 85,406 miles
- 2019 – 80,093 miles
- 2018 – 75,966 miles
- 2017 – 71,253 miles
- 2016 – 63,206 miles
- 2015 – 47,802 miles
- 2014 – 42,021 miles
- 2013 – 30,322 miles
- 2012 – 17,653 miles
- 2011 – 9,698 miles
- 2010 – 5,560 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
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.
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Axle deformed but serviceable
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
20 tests since 22 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass96,615 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 May 2026
- Odometer
- 96,615 miles
- Test number
- 799218533085
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail96,615 miles (+1,153)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,615 miles
- Test number
- 483465643078
- DangerousOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass95,462 miles (+2)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 May 2025
- Odometer
- 95,462 miles
- Test number
- 349664623894
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle deformed but serviceable (5.1.1 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Fail95,460 miles (+2,917)2 dangerous3 major9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,460 miles
- Test number
- 554619756743
- DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached Bolt Snapped (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle deformed but serviceable (5.1.1 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Pass92,543 miles (+3,535)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 92,543 miles
- Test number
- 923386674156
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass89,008 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 89,008 miles
- Test number
- 541666557490
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail89,008 miles (+3,602)1 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 89,008 miles
- Test number
- 583224446255
- MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass85,406 miles (+5,313)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 85,406 miles
- Test number
- 608777949610
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryUnder body slight corrosion
Pass80,093 miles (+4,127)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 80,093 miles
- Test number
- 652046227723
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryUnderbody corroded front to rear
Pass75,966 miles (+4,713)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 75,966 miles
- Test number
- 345185931661
- 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))
- AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear under body corroded
- AdvisoryBoth sides inner sill corroded front to rear
- AdvisorySill covers fitted outer . front to rear
Pass71,253 miles (+8,047)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 May 2018
- Odometer
- 71,253 miles
- Test number
- 688478552269
- AdvisoryGeneral under body rust
Pass63,206 miles
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 63,206 miles
- Test number
- 443412789992
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail63,206 miles (+15,404)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,206 miles
- Test number
- 854744950743
- FailureNearside Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Pass47,802 miles3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 47,802 miles
- Test number
- 658365005172
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteWindscreen scored and scratches within drivers view
Fail47,802 miles (+5,781)1 failure1 advisory6 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 47,802 miles
- Test number
- 867329395097
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteNail in offside rear tyre
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteWindscreen scored and scratches within drivers view
- NoteBoth front inner wheel arch liners insecure
- NoteFront disks corroded on inner face
Pass42,021 miles (+11,699)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 42,021 miles
- Test number
- 445903404249
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteO/s/f windscreen scratched
Pass30,322 miles (+12,669)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 30,322 miles
- Test number
- 298005703226
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass17,653 miles (+7,955)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 17,653 miles
- Test number
- 695546002261
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass9,698 miles (+4,138)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 9,698 miles
- Test number
- 145459491196
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass5,560 miles
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 5,560 miles
- Test number
- 293973000263
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about V5 MFD
- Does V5 MFD currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on V5 MFD expired on 23 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on V5 MFD?
- The MOT on V5 MFD expired on 23 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has V5 MFD done?
- V5 MFD was recorded at 96,615 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2025, an average of 6,149 miles a year.
- Has V5 MFD ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. V5 MFD has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2025.
- Has the mileage on V5 MFD 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 V5 MFD find?
- V5 MFD passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2025 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.
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