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Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,991 cc

V78 PBAMOT history

V78 PBA is a silver petrol Mazda MPV first used on 1 Jun 2010. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 160,220 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Feb 2026
Mileage
160,220 km
At MOT on 5 Feb 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
V78 PBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MPV
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V78 PBA was last recorded at 160,220 km on 5 Feb 2025.

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,220 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,220 km
  • AdvisoryFront cross member is corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear brake pads and discs are worn
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust is in poor condition

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.

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak on engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,220 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    160,220 km
    Test number
    454822662340
    • AdvisoryFront cross member is corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads and discs are worn
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust is in poor condition

  2. Pass149,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    149,399 miles
    Test number
    662207446456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail149,399 miles (+39)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,399 miles
    Test number
    381967461445
    • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail149,360 miles (+2,231)11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,360 miles
    Test number
    387671893103
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed 4 x patches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill 2 x patches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill 2 x patches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass147,129 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    147,129 miles
    Test number
    304565328507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass147,112 miles (+590)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    147,112 miles
    Test number
    840900915572
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective offside/nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside/nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass146,522 miles (+1,125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    146,522 miles
    Test number
    213735329236
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail145,397 miles (+14,432)13 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,397 miles
    Test number
    309265499157
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases MIDDLE AND REAR BOX (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction STICKERS (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens detoriated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL HOLED X 2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL/WHEEL ARCH BEEN FILLED (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens detoriated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL HOLED X 1 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL HOLED X 2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass130,965 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    130,965 miles
    Test number
    468355239768
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine

  10. Fail130,964 miles (+7,027)3 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,964 miles
    Test number
    542106546973
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill/step area (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill/ step area (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine

  11. Pass123,937 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    123,937 miles
    Test number
    852394361889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail123,897 miles (+11,532)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,897 miles
    Test number
    251260094337
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  13. Pass112,365 miles (+510)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    112,365 miles
    Test number
    871108823769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail111,855 miles (+14,469)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,855 miles
    Test number
    855230545652
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits due to above (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at flexy (7.1.2)

  15. Pass97,386 miles (+3,774)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    97,386 miles
    Test number
    609912835164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass93,612 miles (+7,563)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    93,612 miles
    Test number
    998812034167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass86,049 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    86,049 miles
    Test number
    678345543148
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight corrosion on o/s outer sill and rear wheel arches

  18. Fail86,047 miles (+9,975)4 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,047 miles
    Test number
    859675443140
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront outer brake pads not clearly visible
    • NoteSlight corrosion on o/s outer sill and rear wheel arches

  19. Fail76,072 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,072 miles
    Test number
    198967042169
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass76,072 miles (+8,239)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    76,072 miles
    Test number
    297577942493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass67,833 miles (+9,550)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    67,833 miles
    Test number
    796291651112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass58,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    58,283 miles
    Test number
    511341640162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V78 PBA

Does V78 PBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V78 PBA expired on 4 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V78 PBA?
The MOT on V78 PBA expired on 4 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V78 PBA done?
V78 PBA was recorded at 160,220 km at its MOT on 5 Feb 2025.
Has V78 PBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V78 PBA has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on V78 PBA 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 PBA find?
V78 PBA passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2025 with 4 advisories: front cross member is corroded; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pads and discs are worn, and 1 more.

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