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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

V698 ROCMOT history

V698 ROC is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 102,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2024.

V698 ROC 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 21 Mar 2024
Mileage
102,421 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V698 ROC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

V698 ROC was last recorded at 102,421 miles on 27 Mar 2024, 4,432 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,989 miles · 22 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
4,432 miles
Average per year
3,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 102,421 miles
  • 2023 – 97,989 miles
  • 2021 – 95,856 miles
  • 2020 – 94,170 miles
  • 2019 – 91,899 miles
  • 2017 – 89,021 miles
  • 2016 – 86,113 miles
  • 2015 – 83,862 miles
  • 2014 – 81,811 miles
  • 2013 – 80,425 miles
  • 2012 – 79,167 miles
  • 2011 – 76,769 miles
  • 2010 – 73,904 miles
  • 2009 – 65,490 miles
  • 2008 – 57,304 miles
  • 2007 – 46,032 miles
  • 2006 – 37,197 miles
  • 2005 – 30,409 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail102,421 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CHASSIS RAIL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CHASSIS RAIL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL CORRODED (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail102,421 miles (+4,432)5 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,421 miles
    Test number
    853619727143
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CHASSIS RAIL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CHASSIS RAIL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL CORRODED (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass97,989 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    97,989 miles
    Test number
    653470068766
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail97,986 miles (+2,130)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,986 miles
    Test number
    395796778913
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass95,856 miles (+1,686)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    95,856 miles
    Test number
    941905365073
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  5. Pass94,170 miles3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    94,170 miles
    Test number
    423653153093
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront corrosion to all front suspension components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear corrosion to all rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all shockers bushes worn and cracking (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis rails
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner and outer sills both sides some showing rust bubbles

  6. Fail94,169 miles (+2,270)1 dangerous4 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,169 miles
    Test number
    818227499280
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront corrosion to all front suspension components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear corrosion to all rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all shockers bushes worn and cracking (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis rails
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner and outer sills both sides some showing rust bubbles

  7. Pass91,899 miles (+2,878)3 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    91,899 miles
    Test number
    193303838943
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber worn.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to all front and rear suspension components and surrounding mounting areas. Corrosion flaking in places but under lying metal appears to be solid.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis rails under offside and nearside front wheel arches, corrosion flaking but under lying metal appears to be solid.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside and nearside inner and outer sills and wheel arches. Paint bubbling in places.
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to front and rear shock absorber bushes but not resulting in excessive movement.
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to front and rear sub-frame bushes but not resulting in excessive movement.
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on legal limit of 1.6mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on legal limit of 1.6mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass89,021 miles (+72)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    89,021 miles
    Test number
    668522974621
    • AdvisoryCorrosion around front anti-roll bar mountings.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to floors/sills/wheel arches.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear sub-frames.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear suspension components.
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to headlamps.
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to rear sub-frame mountings.
    • AdvisoryFront suspension legs, deterioration to lower bushes.
    • AdvisoryOil leaks.
    • AdvisoryPlay in offside front lower ball joint.
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn.
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn close to limit.

  9. Fail88,949 miles (+2,836)3 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,949 miles
    Test number
    108561325241
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion around front anti-roll bar mountings.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to floors/sills/wheel arches.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear sub-frames.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear suspension components.
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to headlamps.
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to rear sub-frame mountings.
    • AdvisoryFront suspension legs, deterioration to lower bushes.
    • AdvisoryOil leaks.
    • AdvisoryOil level on minimum.
    • AdvisoryPlay in offside front lower ball joint.
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn.
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn close to limit.

  10. Pass86,113 miles (+2,251)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    86,113 miles
    Test number
    833189821665
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front plus n s r tyres outer walls
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to suspension components
    • AdvisoryUnderbody surface corrosion

  11. Pass83,862 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    83,862 miles
    Test number
    892391090940
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Fail83,861 miles (+2,050)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,861 miles
    Test number
    131218821038
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported silencer box (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Pass81,811 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    81,811 miles
    Test number
    946036704287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail81,786 miles (+1,361)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,786 miles
    Test number
    428804604257
    • 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)

  15. Pass80,425 miles (+1,258)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    80,425 miles
    Test number
    277937073128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,167 miles (+2,398)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    79,167 miles
    Test number
    327048402279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,769 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    76,769 miles
    Test number
    949257901282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass76,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    76,753 miles
    Test number
    138402011189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail76,753 miles (+2,849)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,753 miles
    Test number
    287172311194
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass73,904 miles (+8,414)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    73,904 miles
    Test number
    182222370159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,490 miles (+8,186)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    65,490 miles
    Test number
    630270359276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,304 miles (+11,272)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    57,304 miles
    Test number
    553036368270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,032 miles (+8,835)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    46,032 miles
    Test number
    171257567270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,197 miles (+6,788)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    37,197 miles
    Test number
    994111966248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    30,409 miles
    Test number
    440202565279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V698 ROC

Does V698 ROC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V698 ROC expired on 21 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V698 ROC?
The MOT on V698 ROC expired on 21 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V698 ROC done?
V698 ROC was recorded at 102,421 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2024, an average of 3,889 miles a year.
Has V698 ROC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V698 ROC has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on V698 ROC 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 V698 ROC find?
V698 ROC failed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2024 with 5 major defects, 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail; nearside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill, and 11 more.

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