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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2013 · 1,798 cc

X5 SRAMOT history

X5 SRA is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 20 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 43,548 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

X5 SRA blue Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
43,548 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,612 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 SRA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 SRA was last recorded at 43,548 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 396 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,152 miles · 2 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
396 miles
Average per year
3,612 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,548 miles
  • 2025 – 34,707 miles
  • 2024 – 31,328 miles
  • 2023 – 28,183 miles
  • 2022 – 25,665 miles
  • 2021 – 22,849 miles
  • 2020 – 21,076 miles
  • 2019 – 17,571 miles
  • 2018 – 14,107 miles
  • 2017 – 10,550 miles
  • 2016 – 7,334 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,548 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 14 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,548 miles (+396)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    43,548 miles
    Test number
    257405257067
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail43,152 miles (+8,445)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,152 miles
    Test number
    705256250772
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass34,707 miles (+121)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    34,707 miles
    Test number
    394619718987
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail34,586 miles (+3,258)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,586 miles
    Test number
    964684240490
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged reluctor ring broken (1.6 (e))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass31,328 miles (+3,145)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    31,328 miles
    Test number
    245360230502
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror casing slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass28,183 miles17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    28,183 miles
    Test number
    955189603507
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront safety gaurd corroded

  7. Fail28,166 miles (+2,501)4 major17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,166 miles
    Test number
    554014356625
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront safety gaurd corroded

  8. Pass25,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    25,665 miles
    Test number
    282643523115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail25,665 miles (+2,816)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,665 miles
    Test number
    522885392170
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass22,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    22,849 miles
    Test number
    701976140605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail22,849 miles (+1,773)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,849 miles
    Test number
    744696397669
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass21,076 miles (+3,505)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    21,076 miles
    Test number
    992331264485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass17,571 miles (+3,464)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    17,571 miles
    Test number
    302182323136
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshners
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass14,107 miles (+3,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    14,107 miles
    Test number
    965188923331
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test rear view mirror air freshners

  15. Pass10,550 miles (+3,216)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    10,550 miles
    Test number
    515665194055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass7,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    7,334 miles
    Test number
    210473519686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 SRA

Does X5 SRA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 SRA is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 SRA?
The MOT on X5 SRA is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 SRA done?
X5 SRA was recorded at 43,548 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 3,612 miles a year.
Has X5 SRA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 SRA has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X5 SRA 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 X5 SRA find?
X5 SRA passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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