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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

X37 GCRMOT history

X37 GCR is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 70,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

X37 GCR 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 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
70,048 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,117 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X37 GCR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X37 GCR was last recorded at 70,048 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Jul 2017: 58,221 miles, lower than 60,709 miles on 26 Jul 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
70,048 miles · 23 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,117 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,048 miles
  • 2023 – 69,882 miles
  • 2022 – 69,513 miles
  • 2021 – 68,766 miles
  • 2020 – 64,943 miles
  • 2019 – 63,977 miles
  • 2018 – 63,195 miles
  • 2017 – 58,221 miles
  • 2016 – 58,221 miles
  • 2014 – 56,107 miles
  • 2013 – 53,333 miles
  • 2012 – 50,162 miles
  • 2011 – 49,403 miles
  • 2010 – 48,184 miles
  • 2009 – 43,605 miles
  • 2008 – 37,898 miles
  • 2007 – 31,754 miles
  • 2006 – 27,414 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,048 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,048 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    70,048 miles
    Test number
    104931170394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail70,048 miles (+6)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,048 miles
    Test number
    186478706919
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail70,042 miles (+160)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,042 miles
    Test number
    592598006350
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer 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 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. Pass69,882 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    69,882 miles
    Test number
    207076676535
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail69,882 miles (+369)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,882 miles
    Test number
    915661250665
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass69,513 miles (+747)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    69,513 miles
    Test number
    855969283742
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass68,766 miles (+3,823)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    68,766 miles
    Test number
    239071481616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass64,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    64,943 miles
    Test number
    943267362853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail64,943 miles (+966)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,943 miles
    Test number
    422725129426
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass63,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    63,977 miles
    Test number
    540880732014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail63,977 miles (+782)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,977 miles
    Test number
    545349627142
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  12. Pass63,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    63,195 miles
    Test number
    724429049146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail63,195 miles (+4,974)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,195 miles
    Test number
    963761493680
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass58,221 miles (-2,488)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    58,221 miles
    Test number
    281387454400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail60,709 miles (+2,488)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,709 miles
    Test number
    671487816785
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  16. Pass58,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    58,221 miles
    Test number
    835520540345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail58,221 miles (+2,114)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,221 miles
    Test number
    940875558261
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass56,107 miles (+2,774)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    56,107 miles
    Test number
    597482054329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,333 miles (+3,171)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    53,333 miles
    Test number
    326164453338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,162 miles (+759)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    50,162 miles
    Test number
    815120352212
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteN/s/rear brake dics in poor condition

  21. Pass49,403 miles (+1,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    49,403 miles
    Test number
    467212941299
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass48,184 miles (+4,579)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    48,184 miles
    Test number
    601640950225
    • NoteBrake pipe ferrules corroded front and rear
    • NoteFront suspension components corroded
    • NoteHandbrake adjustment poor
    • NoteN/s/r brake pipe corroded
    • NoteO/s/r sill corroded
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded
    • NoteRear suspension components corroded
    • NoteScreen chipped

  23. Pass43,605 miles (+5,707)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    43,605 miles
    Test number
    614036049254
    • NoteHand brake lever has long travle

  24. Pass37,898 miles (+6,144)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    37,898 miles
    Test number
    513618748210
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteLong handbrake travel

  25. Pass31,754 miles (+4,340)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    31,754 miles
    Test number
    403509447206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,414 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    27,414 miles
    Test number
    354867546211
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about X37 GCR

Does X37 GCR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X37 GCR is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X37 GCR?
The MOT on X37 GCR is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X37 GCR done?
X37 GCR was recorded at 70,048 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 2,117 miles a year.
Has X37 GCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X37 GCR has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on X37 GCR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Jul 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X37 GCR find?
X37 GCR passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 3 more.

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