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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,839 cc

W228 SBKMOT history

W228 SBK is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 6 May 2000. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 68,029 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

W228 SBK red 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 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
68,029 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
578 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W228 SBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
6 May 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W228 SBK was last recorded at 68,029 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 75 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,954 miles · 15 May 2024
Between the last two tests
75 miles
Average per year
578 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,029 miles
  • 2024 – 67,954 miles
  • 2023 – 67,853 miles
  • 2022 – 67,757 miles
  • 2019 – 67,733 miles
  • 2018 – 67,672 miles
  • 2017 – 67,488 miles
  • 2016 – 67,329 miles
  • 2015 – 67,141 miles
  • 2014 – 66,851 miles
  • 2013 – 66,753 miles
  • 2012 – 66,515 miles
  • 2011 – 66,010 miles
  • 2010 – 64,067 miles
  • 2009 – 61,738 miles
  • 2008 – 59,546 miles
  • 2007 – 58,247 miles
  • 2006 – 56,462 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,029 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,029 miles (+75)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    68,029 miles
    Test number
    724885693343
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass67,954 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    67,954 miles
    Test number
    684089057986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail67,951 miles (+98)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,951 miles
    Test number
    462667418558
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass67,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    67,853 miles
    Test number
    105913997798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail67,850 miles (+93)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,850 miles
    Test number
    892885755906
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass67,757 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    67,757 miles
    Test number
    770838277986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,733 miles (+61)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,733 miles
    Test number
    475867235573
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass67,672 miles (+184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    67,672 miles
    Test number
    195909588510
    • AdvisoryFront chassis rails slightly corroded

  9. Pass67,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    67,488 miles
    Test number
    825770391110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail67,485 miles (+156)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,485 miles
    Test number
    725321734363
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished within tread

  11. Pass67,329 miles (+188)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    67,329 miles
    Test number
    615307256104
    • AdvisoryTyres showing age /rust to pas pipe

  12. Pass67,141 miles (+290)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    67,141 miles
    Test number
    227427245151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,851 miles (+98)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    66,851 miles
    Test number
    126686624197
    • NoteRust to osr sill **& pas pipes

  14. Pass66,753 miles (+238)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    66,753 miles
    Test number
    299256113134
    • NoteRust to osr sill & pas pipes

  15. Pass66,515 miles (+505)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    66,515 miles
    Test number
    289058912435
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteHandbrke trim loose,.,,headlights cloudy..rust to osr sill

  16. Pass66,010 miles (+1,943)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    66,010 miles
    Test number
    179533811169
    • NoteHandbrake travel long

  17. Pass64,067 miles (+2,329)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    64,067 miles
    Test number
    353092210173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail61,738 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,738 miles
    Test number
    414120219156
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Pass61,738 miles (+2,192)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    61,738 miles
    Test number
    580920319111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    59,546 miles
    Test number
    613779808179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail59,541 miles (+1,294)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,541 miles
    Test number
    394139308132
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  22. Pass58,247 miles (+1,785)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    58,247 miles
    Test number
    531615617117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    56,462 miles
    Test number
    380386596062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W228 SBK

Does W228 SBK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W228 SBK is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on W228 SBK?
The MOT on W228 SBK is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W228 SBK done?
W228 SBK was recorded at 68,029 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 578 miles a year.
Has W228 SBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W228 SBK has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2024.
Has the mileage on W228 SBK 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 W228 SBK find?
W228 SBK passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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