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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

V708 MAUMOT history

V708 MAU is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 76,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

V708 MAU blue 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 25 Jun 2027
Mileage
76,996 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,287 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V708 MAU
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V708 MAU was last recorded at 76,996 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,962 miles · 19 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
2,287 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,996 miles
  • 2025 – 75,365 miles
  • 2024 – 72,200 miles
  • 2023 – 68,730 miles
  • 2022 – 68,676 miles
  • 2021 – 65,456 miles
  • 2020 – 61,656 miles
  • 2019 – 55,109 miles
  • 2018 – 48,903 miles
  • 2017 – 43,558 miles
  • 2016 – 42,415 miles
  • 2015 – 41,514 miles
  • 2014 – 40,519 miles
  • 2013 – 39,961 miles
  • 2012 – 39,187 miles
  • 2011 – 39,059 miles
  • 2010 – 34,772 miles
  • 2009 – 34,311 miles
  • 2008 – 33,443 miles
  • 2007 – 32,402 miles
  • 2006 – 31,680 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,996 miles
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion front,rear suspension,rear subframeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Bolt missing o/s/f abs sensor but secure in hub

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake pads less than 50%..

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

31 tests since 2 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,996 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    76,996 miles
    Test number
    461310017416
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion front,rear suspension,rear subframe

  2. Fail76,962 miles (+1,597)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,962 miles
    Test number
    464775219649
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion front,rear suspension,rear subframe

  3. Pass75,365 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    75,365 miles
    Test number
    971995412625
    • AdvisoryBolt missing o/s/f abs sensor but secure in hub
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion front,rear subframes,suspension,floors

  4. Fail75,365 miles (+3,165)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,365 miles
    Test number
    268400060602
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBolt missing o/s/f abs sensor but secure in hub
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion front,rear subframes,suspension,floors

  5. Pass72,200 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    72,200 miles
    Test number
    728482871148
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBolt missing o/s/f abs sensor but secure in hub
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion front,rear subframes,suspension,n/s/r floor

  6. Fail72,177 miles (+62)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,177 miles
    Test number
    394014113543
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively bolt is broken but sensor is secure at time of test tho appears glued in place. (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rubber bushes and ball joint dust covers slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryAll shocks, springs, subframes, suspension arms both sides upper and lower front and rear all slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryAll underside and all underside components corroded

  7. Fail72,115 miles (+3,385)4 major6 minor20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,115 miles
    Test number
    350428214090
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass68,730 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    68,730 miles
    Test number
    204160729551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    68,676 miles
    Test number
    678822572625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail68,676 miles (+3,220)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,676 miles
    Test number
    924974709553
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass65,456 miles (+3,800)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,456 miles
    Test number
    876561052464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    61,656 miles
    Test number
    305211168140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail61,656 miles (+6,547)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,656 miles
    Test number
    364328022563
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass55,109 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    55,109 miles
    Test number
    914523535078
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion to brake and suspension components

  15. Fail55,106 miles (+6,203)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,106 miles
    Test number
    960469666886
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion to brake and suspension components

  16. Pass48,903 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    48,903 miles
    Test number
    663953008909
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads less than 50%..

  17. Fail48,903 miles (+5,345)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,903 miles
    Test number
    889840230651
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads less than 50%..

  18. Pass43,558 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    43,558 miles
    Test number
    736258388406
    • AdvisoryNearside front and nearside rear tyre cracking due to age [08] [07]

  19. Fail43,558 miles (+1,143)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,558 miles
    Test number
    413083773079
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front and nearside rear tyre cracking due to age [08] [07]

  20. Pass42,415 miles (+901)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    42,415 miles
    Test number
    698156280379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail41,514 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,514 miles
    Test number
    368244945434
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass41,514 miles (+995)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    41,514 miles
    Test number
    947324845268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,519 miles (+558)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    40,519 miles
    Test number
    615490844201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,961 miles (+774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    39,961 miles
    Test number
    357455233492
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass39,187 miles (+128)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    39,187 miles
    Test number
    265265242235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear pads low

  26. Pass39,059 miles (+4,287)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    39,059 miles
    Test number
    139004141274
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass34,772 miles (+461)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    34,772 miles
    Test number
    651605010228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,311 miles (+868)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    34,311 miles
    Test number
    962876749297
    • NoteFront tyres wearing unevenly

  29. Pass33,443 miles (+1,041)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    33,443 miles
    Test number
    352892468214
    • NoteUneven wear nearside front tyre and pressure low (1 bar)

  30. Pass32,402 miles (+722)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    32,402 miles
    Test number
    314840567404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass31,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,680 miles
    Test number
    540385846276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V708 MAU

Does V708 MAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V708 MAU is valid until 25 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V708 MAU?
The MOT on V708 MAU is valid until 25 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V708 MAU done?
V708 MAU was recorded at 76,996 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 2,287 miles a year.
Has V708 MAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V708 MAU has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on V708 MAU 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 MAU find?
V708 MAU passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: surface corrosion front,rear suspension,rear subframe.

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