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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

V78 FLJMOT history

V78 FLJ is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 10 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Nov 2020 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 101,253 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2022.

V78 FLJ red 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 20 Nov 2020
Mileage
101,253 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2022
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,470 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V78 FLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Nov 2020
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V78 FLJ was last recorded at 101,253 miles on 27 Jun 2022, 255 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,998 miles · 21 May 2019
Between the last two tests
255 miles
Average per year
3,470 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 101,253 miles
  • 2019 – 100,998 miles
  • 2018 – 100,216 miles
  • 2016 – 98,412 miles
  • 2014 – 89,674 miles
  • 2013 – 84,119 miles
  • 2012 – 81,378 miles
  • 2011 – 79,990 miles
  • 2010 – 76,136 miles
  • 2009 – 69,751 miles
  • 2008 – 63,147 miles
  • 2007 – 56,136 miles
  • 2006 – 48,834 miles
  • 2005 – 42,952 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,253 miles
  • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
  • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Rear Outer sill corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 7 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail101,253 miles (+255)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,253 miles
    Test number
    837376074180
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass100,998 miles (+782)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,998 miles
    Test number
    379394919620
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass100,216 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    100,216 miles
    Test number
    203032608293
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded

  4. Fail100,214 miles (+1,802)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,214 miles
    Test number
    835316173924
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded

  5. Pass98,412 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    98,412 miles
    Test number
    467483287939
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  6. Fail98,412 miles (+8,738)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,412 miles
    Test number
    504009783914
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  7. Pass89,674 miles (+5,555)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    89,674 miles
    Test number
    878968034395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,119 miles (+2,741)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    84,119 miles
    Test number
    326889043447
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

  9. Pass81,378 miles (+1,388)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    81,378 miles
    Test number
    445619242227
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass79,990 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    79,990 miles
    Test number
    157565341263
    • NoteHandbrake travel long (still has reserve)

  11. Fail79,990 miles (+3,854)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,990 miles
    Test number
    195785141214
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteHandbrake travel long (still has reserve)

  12. Pass76,136 miles (+6,385)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    76,136 miles
    Test number
    602964240254
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass69,751 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    69,751 miles
    Test number
    401896849209
    • NoteRear silencer is starting to break up inside ok at time of test

  14. Fail69,751 miles (+6,604)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,751 miles
    Test number
    592526149287
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteRear silencer is starting to break up inside ok at time of test

  15. Pass63,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    63,147 miles
    Test number
    531083638263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail63,147 miles (+7,011)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,147 miles
    Test number
    854293638299
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  17. Pass56,136 miles (+7,302)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    56,136 miles
    Test number
    162017837287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,834 miles (+5,882)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    48,834 miles
    Test number
    451886836289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,952 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    42,952 miles
    Test number
    452300155265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V78 FLJ

Does V78 FLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V78 FLJ expired on 20 Nov 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V78 FLJ?
The MOT on V78 FLJ expired on 20 Nov 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V78 FLJ done?
V78 FLJ was recorded at 101,253 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2022, an average of 3,470 miles a year.
Has V78 FLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V78 FLJ has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on V78 FLJ 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 V78 FLJ find?
V78 FLJ failed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2022 with 5 major defects and 4 advisories: offside inner integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill; offside outer integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill; power steering component leaking, and 6 more.

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