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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,840 cc

X47 XARMOT history

X47 XAR is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 3 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 59,291 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

X47 XAR blue 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 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
59,291 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,436 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X47 XAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
3 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X47 XAR was last recorded at 59,291 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,281 miles · 27 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
1,436 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,291 miles
  • 2025 – 58,801 miles
  • 2024 – 58,296 miles
  • 2023 – 57,456 miles
  • 2022 – 56,204 miles
  • 2021 – 55,994 miles
  • 2020 – 55,246 miles
  • 2019 – 53,992 miles
  • 2018 – 53,143 miles
  • 2017 – 51,944 miles
  • 2015 – 50,905 miles
  • 2014 – 49,814 miles
  • 2012 – 46,728 miles
  • 2010 – 43,297 miles
  • 2009 – 41,499 miles
  • 2007 – 34,850 miles
  • 2006 – 29,855 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,291 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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

31 tests since 5 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,291 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    59,291 miles
    Test number
    329734612148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail59,281 miles (+480)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,281 miles
    Test number
    931234174983
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass58,801 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    58,801 miles
    Test number
    236119096050
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low

  4. Fail58,801 miles (+505)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,801 miles
    Test number
    739547996124
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low

  5. Pass58,296 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    58,296 miles
    Test number
    262422891833
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail58,290 miles (+834)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,290 miles
    Test number
    749933514632
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass57,456 miles (+1,252)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    57,456 miles
    Test number
    291582553204
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights cloudy

  8. Pass56,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    56,204 miles
    Test number
    272930071445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail56,204 miles (+210)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,204 miles
    Test number
    773134936115
    • Repaired at testNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass55,994 miles (+748)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    55,994 miles
    Test number
    173258665926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    55,246 miles
    Test number
    856165048603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail55,244 miles (+1,252)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,244 miles
    Test number
    765223783665
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both opaque (4.1.2 (c))

  13. Pass53,992 miles (+849)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    53,992 miles
    Test number
    204072815261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,143 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    53,143 miles
    Test number
    913780761004
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail53,141 miles (+1,197)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,141 miles
    Test number
    398880716435
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass51,944 miles (+1,039)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    51,944 miles
    Test number
    938699785741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,905 miles (+1,091)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    50,905 miles
    Test number
    327916727222
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracked advised to be changed

  18. Pass49,814 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    49,814 miles
    Test number
    167303564362
    • NoteAll 4 tyres showing signs of cracks advised to be changed

  19. Fail49,814 miles (+1,128)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,814 miles
    Test number
    336393764312
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres showing signs of cracks advised to be changed

  20. Pass48,686 miles (+1,958)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    48,686 miles
    Test number
    155157404079
    • NoteNearside front tyres outerside damaged
    • NoteOffside front and offside rear tyres showing signs of cracks advised to be changed

  21. Pass46,728 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    46,728 miles
    Test number
    295243752357
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Fail46,728 miles (+1,851)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,728 miles
    Test number
    897086842330
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass44,877 miles (+1,580)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    44,877 miles
    Test number
    428553502057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,297 miles (+1,798)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    43,297 miles
    Test number
    444230750399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,499 miles (+3,935)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    41,499 miles
    Test number
    291493969314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass37,564 miles (+2,714)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    37,564 miles
    Test number
    281462909009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass34,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    34,850 miles
    Test number
    194821157301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail34,850 miles (+2,299)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,850 miles
    Test number
    930601657355
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass32,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    32,551 miles
    Test number
    292442307074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail32,551 miles (+2,696)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,551 miles
    Test number
    140202707454
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  31. Pass29,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    29,855 miles
    Test number
    584785406076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X47 XAR

Does X47 XAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X47 XAR is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X47 XAR?
The MOT on X47 XAR is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X47 XAR done?
X47 XAR was recorded at 59,291 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 1,436 miles a year.
Has X47 XAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X47 XAR has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on X47 XAR 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 X47 XAR find?
X47 XAR passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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