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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,839 cc

X68 EKEMOT history

X68 EKE is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 22 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2021 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 94,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2021.

X68 EKE red 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 13 Dec 2021
Mileage
94,326 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2021
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,896 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X68 EKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
22 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

X68 EKE was last recorded at 94,326 miles on 7 Dec 2021, 2,966 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,360 miles · 11 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
2,966 miles
Average per year
3,896 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 94,326 miles
  • 2020 – 91,360 miles
  • 2019 – 88,785 miles
  • 2018 – 84,751 miles
  • 2017 – 81,897 miles
  • 2016 – 79,414 miles
  • 2015 – 76,845 miles
  • 2014 – 74,315 miles
  • 2013 – 69,464 miles
  • 2012 – 64,021 miles
  • 2011 – 59,045 miles
  • 2010 – 54,586 miles
  • 2009 – 50,819 miles
  • 2008 – 46,202 miles
  • 2007 – 41,034 miles
  • 2006 – 36,332 miles
  • 2005 – 31,931 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail94,326 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail94,326 miles (+2,966)1 dangerous11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,326 miles
    Test number
    865792877335
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass91,360 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    91,360 miles
    Test number
    373389886847
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  3. Fail91,355 miles (+2,570)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,355 miles
    Test number
    611963390264
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  4. Pass88,785 miles (+4,034)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,785 miles
    Test number
    793463470674
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper 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 Upper 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))

  5. Pass84,751 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    84,751 miles
    Test number
    387865938908
    • 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 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))

  6. Fail84,751 miles (+2,854)2 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,751 miles
    Test number
    364445741282
    • DangerousNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired undersill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired undersill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • 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 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))

  7. Pass81,897 miles (+2,483)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    81,897 miles
    Test number
    556182938621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,414 miles (+2,569)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    79,414 miles
    Test number
    956347106784
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all four tyres on low tread (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass76,845 miles (+2,530)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    76,845 miles
    Test number
    861157508409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass74,315 miles (+4,851)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    74,315 miles
    Test number
    345458534395
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  11. Pass69,464 miles (+5,443)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    69,464 miles
    Test number
    727437633369
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAdvise surface corrosion through out the underside of vehicle

  12. Pass64,021 miles (+4,976)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    64,021 miles
    Test number
    476228432303
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass59,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    59,045 miles
    Test number
    157772041347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail59,045 miles (+4,459)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,045 miles
    Test number
    596089131309
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  15. Pass54,586 miles (+3,767)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    54,586 miles
    Test number
    581342040340
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass50,819 miles (+4,617)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    50,819 miles
    Test number
    651358139395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,202 miles (+5,168)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    46,202 miles
    Test number
    140334148356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,034 miles (+4,702)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    41,034 miles
    Test number
    341730747314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    36,332 miles
    Test number
    992698336364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail36,332 miles (+4,401)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,332 miles
    Test number
    100198036376
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSIDE WALLS ON BOTH FRONT TYRES SLIGHTLY PERISHED

  21. Pass31,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    31,931 miles
    Test number
    440246235453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X68 EKE

Does X68 EKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X68 EKE expired on 13 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X68 EKE?
The MOT on X68 EKE expired on 13 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X68 EKE done?
X68 EKE was recorded at 94,326 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2021, an average of 3,896 miles a year.
Has X68 EKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X68 EKE has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on X68 EKE 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 X68 EKE find?
X68 EKE failed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2021 with 1 dangerous defect and 11 major defects: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 9 more.

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