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Mazda MX-5

Yellow · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

X49 SCCMOT history

X49 SCC is a yellow petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 67,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

X49 SCC yellow 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 4 May 2027
Mileage
67,341 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,653 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X49 SCC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X49 SCC was last recorded at 67,341 miles on 5 May 2026, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,314 miles · 17 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
1,653 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,341 miles
  • 2023 – 67,256 miles
  • 2020 – 67,207 miles
  • 2018 – 65,326 miles
  • 2017 – 61,274 miles
  • 2016 – 58,951 miles
  • 2015 – 55,632 miles
  • 2014 – 53,468 miles
  • 2013 – 51,788 miles
  • 2012 – 50,222 miles
  • 2010 – 46,699 miles
  • 2009 – 41,448 miles
  • 2008 – 41,008 miles
  • 2007 – 37,372 miles
  • 2006 – 34,177 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,341 miles
  • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes / Ferrules have areas of slight surface corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryThis vehicles underside has areas of corrosion to body and sub framesRecorded 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)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front subframe corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,341 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    67,341 miles
    Test number
    502709897708
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes / Ferrules have areas of slight surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryThis vehicles underside has areas of corrosion to body and sub frames

  2. Fail67,314 miles (+58)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,314 miles
    Test number
    990997699546
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth Front tyres have minor cracks
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes / Ferrules have areas of slight surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryThis vehicles underside has areas of corrosion to body and sub frames

  3. Pass67,256 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    67,256 miles
    Test number
    483391012100
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corrosion
    • AdvisoryFloor pan subframe corrosion

  4. Fail67,256 miles (+49)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,256 miles
    Test number
    956085686601
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corrosion
    • AdvisoryFloor pan subframe corrosion

  5. Pass67,207 miles (+1,881)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    67,207 miles
    Test number
    891734132493
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass65,326 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    65,326 miles
    Test number
    245645717540
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion - suspension - rear inner sills - front chassis in wings - off side rear sill - dampness near side front
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre edge wear
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  7. Fail65,323 miles (+4,049)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,323 miles
    Test number
    268126273975
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion - suspension - rear inner sills - front chassis in wings - off side rear sill - dampness near side front
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre edge wear
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  8. Pass61,274 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    61,274 miles
    Test number
    525250838701
    • AdvisoryNumber plates .window , hood

  9. Fail61,274 miles (+2,323)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,274 miles
    Test number
    191034416177
    • DangerousRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass58,951 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    58,951 miles
    Test number
    892802028409
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion - suspension - springs - anti roll bars - front chassis inner wings - chassis floor areas
    • AdvisoryOil low
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail58,948 miles (+3,316)1 dangerous3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,948 miles
    Test number
    453159460489
    • DangerousOffside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam can not check aim (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill marked (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion - suspension - springs - anti roll bars - front chassis inner wings - chassis floor areas
    • AdvisoryOil low
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass55,632 miles (+23)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    55,632 miles
    Test number
    248206855110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion over front and rear suspension - chassis legs - floor areas
    • NoteOff side inner sill corrosion

  13. Fail55,609 miles (+2,141)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,609 miles
    Test number
    585012455104
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion over front and rear suspension - chassis legs - floor areas
    • NoteOff side inner sill corrosion
    • NoteOil down

  14. Pass53,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    53,468 miles
    Test number
    297145954101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail53,462 miles (+1,674)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,462 miles
    Test number
    107815554183
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  16. Pass51,788 miles (+19)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    51,788 miles
    Test number
    989104943173
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion - floor and chassis areas - near side and off side inner arch areas - front and rear suspension and anti roll bars
    • NoteExhaust corrosion
    • NoteRear tyres heavy cracking suggest replacement

  17. Fail51,769 miles (+1,547)4 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,769 miles
    Test number
    775102443188
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion - floor and chassis areas - near side and off side inner arch areas - front and rear suspension and anti roll bars
    • NoteExhaust corrosion
    • NoteRear tyres heavy cracking suggest replacement

  18. Pass50,222 miles (+3,523)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    50,222 miles
    Test number
    479113852114
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteExhaust corrosion
    • NoteOff side front chassis leg in inner wing corrosion
    • NoteRear tyres cracks
    • NoteSuspension corrosion

  19. Pass46,699 miles (+5,251)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    46,699 miles
    Test number
    274387320176
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll tyres cracks - front poor
    • NoteExhaust corrosion
    • NoteFront number plate discolour
    • NoteNear side front power steering pipes corrosion suggest check dampness
    • NoteOff side front chassis corrosion
    • NoteRear anti roll bar corrosion

  20. Pass41,448 miles (+440)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    41,448 miles
    Test number
    234041119148
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront tyres slightly perrished

  21. Pass41,008 miles (+3,636)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    41,008 miles
    Test number
    371078498005
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wall cracked
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wall cracked

  22. Pass37,372 miles (+3,195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    37,372 miles
    Test number
    564856307183
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass34,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    34,177 miles
    Test number
    494240006124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X49 SCC

Does X49 SCC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X49 SCC is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X49 SCC?
The MOT on X49 SCC is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X49 SCC done?
X49 SCC was recorded at 67,341 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 1,653 miles a year.
Has X49 SCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X49 SCC has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on X49 SCC 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 X49 SCC find?
X49 SCC passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 2 advisories: metal brake pipes / ferrules have areas of slight surface corrosion; this vehicles underside has areas of corrosion to body and sub frames.

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