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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,840 cc

X445 EAMMOT history

X445 EAM is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 17 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 124,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2025.

X445 EAM black 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 17 Apr 2026
Mileage
124,267 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,223 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X445 EAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X445 EAM was last recorded at 124,267 miles on 27 Mar 2025, 15,289 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,978 miles · 18 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
15,289 miles
Average per year
4,223 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,267 miles
  • 2024 – 108,978 miles
  • 2023 – 106,160 miles
  • 2022 – 103,998 miles
  • 2021 – 99,206 miles
  • 2020 – 93,640 miles
  • 2019 – 88,721 miles
  • 2018 – 87,285 miles
  • 2017 – 81,023 miles
  • 2015 – 73,471 miles
  • 2014 – 69,084 miles
  • 2013 – 63,833 miles
  • 2012 – 58,972 miles
  • 2011 – 55,833 miles
  • 2010 – 52,255 miles
  • 2009 – 48,574 miles
  • 2008 – 46,030 miles
  • 2007 – 44,789 miles
  • 2006 – 43,916 miles
  • 2005 – 41,631 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,267 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Underside of vehicle /suspension & components/chassis corroded /repaired for corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 1 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,267 miles (+15,289)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    124,267 miles
    Test number
    745787994033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass108,978 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    108,978 miles
    Test number
    385070432363
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle /suspension & components/chassis corroded /repaired for corrosion

  3. Fail108,962 miles (+2,802)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,962 miles
    Test number
    656590557271
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded inner wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust silencer corroded/holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle /suspension & components/chassis corroded /repaired for corrosion

  4. Pass106,160 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    106,160 miles
    Test number
    839519690774
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail106,159 miles (+2,161)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,159 miles
    Test number
    408390245261
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass103,998 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    103,998 miles
    Test number
    532520890350
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail103,970 miles (+4,764)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,970 miles
    Test number
    297303217084
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass99,206 miles (+137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    99,206 miles
    Test number
    343419001386
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle

  9. Fail99,069 miles (+5,429)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,069 miles
    Test number
    393588775706
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle

  10. Pass93,640 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    93,640 miles
    Test number
    628876942291
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail93,618 miles (+4,897)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,618 miles
    Test number
    770108943845
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced lower part of chassis behind arch marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill/wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass88,721 miles (+1,436)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    88,721 miles
    Test number
    341246569714
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass87,285 miles (+3)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    87,285 miles
    Test number
    349322555194
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion Various Underside (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe corroded and missing
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both Inner Tyre Edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Various Suspension Components (2.4.A.3)

  14. Fail87,282 miles (+6,259)8 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,282 miles
    Test number
    695715744084
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer Sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion Various Underside (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe corroded and missing
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both Inner Tyre Edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Various Suspension Components (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass81,023 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    81,023 miles
    Test number
    812475743126
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside coil spring corroded front and rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside coil spring corroded front and rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUndrerside of hole car corroded

  16. Fail81,020 miles (+7,549)1 dangerous8 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,020 miles
    Test number
    202955085374
    • DangerousRear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside coil spring corroded front and rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside coil spring corroded front and rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUndrerside of hole car corroded

  17. Pass73,471 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    73,471 miles
    Test number
    210518873803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail73,469 miles (+4,385)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,469 miles
    Test number
    678782231172
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Pass69,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    69,084 miles
    Test number
    397917884497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail69,084 miles (+5,251)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,084 miles
    Test number
    328006584208
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  21. Pass63,833 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    63,833 miles
    Test number
    365033883436
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteBoth front chassis legs corroded and corrosion throughout

  22. Fail63,833 miles (+4,861)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,833 miles
    Test number
    376883183403
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteBoth front chassis legs corroded and corrosion throughout

  23. Pass58,972 miles (+3,139)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    58,972 miles
    Test number
    997365772278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass55,833 miles (+3,578)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    55,833 miles
    Test number
    479330181204
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded

  25. Pass52,255 miles (+3,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    52,255 miles
    Test number
    552403460290
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  26. Pass48,574 miles (+128)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    48,574 miles
    Test number
    390969179490
    • NoteVehicle recorded seriously damaged at DVLA

  27. Fail48,446 miles (+2,416)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,446 miles
    Test number
    733477839276
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteAdvise attention to handbrake travel

  28. Pass46,030 miles (+1,241)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    46,030 miles
    Test number
    931165248243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass44,789 miles (+873)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    44,789 miles
    Test number
    854883047298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass43,916 miles (+2,285)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    43,916 miles
    Test number
    781234556256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass41,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    41,631 miles
    Test number
    592864845296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail41,631 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,631 miles
    Test number
    741614745298
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about X445 EAM

Does X445 EAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X445 EAM expired on 17 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X445 EAM?
The MOT on X445 EAM expired on 17 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X445 EAM done?
X445 EAM was recorded at 124,267 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2025, an average of 4,223 miles a year.
Has X445 EAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X445 EAM has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on X445 EAM 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 X445 EAM find?
X445 EAM passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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