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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

V708 GSGMOT history

V708 GSG is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 48,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

V708 GSG green 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 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
48,000 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,465 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V708 GSG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V708 GSG was last recorded at 48,000 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 208 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,792 miles · 18 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
208 miles
Average per year
1,465 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,000 miles
  • 2025 – 47,792 miles
  • 2024 – 47,117 miles
  • 2023 – 46,296 miles
  • 2022 – 45,404 miles
  • 2021 – 44,524 miles
  • 2020 – 43,735 miles
  • 2019 – 43,060 miles
  • 2018 – 41,576 miles
  • 2017 – 40,227 miles
  • 2016 – 39,307 miles
  • 2015 – 38,142 miles
  • 2014 – 37,264 miles
  • 2013 – 36,208 miles
  • 2012 – 34,405 miles
  • 2011 – 30,360 miles
  • 2010 – 27,525 miles
  • 2009 – 24,397 miles
  • 2008 – 22,074 miles
  • 2007 – 20,693 miles
  • 2006 – 18,455 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,000 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • 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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass48,000 miles (+208)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    48,000 miles
    Test number
    959846590832
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass47,792 miles (+2)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    47,792 miles
    Test number
    941279188919
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail47,790 miles (+673)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,790 miles
    Test number
    801641673387
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass47,117 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    47,117 miles
    Test number
    543111251283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail47,117 miles (+821)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,117 miles
    Test number
    291182139282
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass46,296 miles (+892)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    46,296 miles
    Test number
    938614286269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass45,404 miles (+880)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    45,404 miles
    Test number
    827486515538
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper & lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper & lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper & lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper & lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass44,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    44,524 miles
    Test number
    240126900617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail44,524 miles (+789)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,524 miles
    Test number
    776941235693
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass43,735 miles (+675)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    43,735 miles
    Test number
    811657134707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,060 miles (+1,484)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    43,060 miles
    Test number
    827857487411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass41,576 miles (+1,349)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    41,576 miles
    Test number
    766347346475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper & lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper & lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper & lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper & lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass40,227 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    40,227 miles
    Test number
    246022778138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Fail40,221 miles (+914)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,221 miles
    Test number
    992184098284
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  15. Pass39,307 miles (+1,165)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    39,307 miles
    Test number
    395490268947
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  16. Pass38,142 miles (+878)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    38,142 miles
    Test number
    415803250118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,264 miles (+1,056)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    37,264 miles
    Test number
    625672134202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,208 miles (+1,803)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    36,208 miles
    Test number
    116163433295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    34,405 miles
    Test number
    666243532221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail34,405 miles (+4,045)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,405 miles
    Test number
    935473432286
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass30,360 miles (+2,835)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    30,360 miles
    Test number
    185104331231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,525 miles (+3,128)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    27,525 miles
    Test number
    304296330442
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass24,397 miles (+2,323)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    24,397 miles
    Test number
    721306539200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,074 miles (+1,381)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    22,074 miles
    Test number
    773782838234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,693 miles (+2,238)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    20,693 miles
    Test number
    452545337224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass18,455 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    18,455 miles
    Test number
    494863436274
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about V708 GSG

Does V708 GSG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V708 GSG is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V708 GSG?
The MOT on V708 GSG is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V708 GSG done?
V708 GSG was recorded at 48,000 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 1,465 miles a year.
Has V708 GSG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V708 GSG has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on V708 GSG 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 V708 GSG find?
V708 GSG passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 11 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 8 more.

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