Mazda logo

Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

X778 TSSMOT history

X778 TSS is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2021 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 125,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2021.

X778 TSS 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 15 Dec 2021
Mileage
125,219 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2021
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,974 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for X778 TSS in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
X778 TSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
30 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

X778 TSS was last recorded at 125,219 miles on 16 Dec 2021, 4,897 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,322 miles · 16 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
4,897 miles
Average per year
4,974 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 125,219 miles
  • 2020 – 120,322 miles
  • 2019 – 115,162 miles
  • 2018 – 106,854 miles
  • 2017 – 88,425 miles
  • 2016 – 63,427 miles
  • 2015 – 63,376 miles
  • 2014 – 59,126 miles
  • 2013 – 58,939 miles
  • 2012 – 58,233 miles
  • 2011 – 57,328 miles
  • 2010 – 55,810 miles
  • 2009 – 54,170 miles
  • 2008 – 51,082 miles
  • 2007 – 49,410 miles
  • 2006 – 46,982 miles
  • 2005 – 45,267 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail125,219 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front chassis section inside wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front chassis section in wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill/ floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail125,219 miles (+4,897)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,219 miles
    Test number
    749912772318
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front chassis section inside wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front chassis section in wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill/ floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass120,322 miles (+5,160)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    120,322 miles
    Test number
    381154245599
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Back box hanger (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass115,162 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    115,162 miles
    Test number
    395658579120
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail115,161 miles (+8,307)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,161 miles
    Test number
    189721670236
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded offside to nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass106,854 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    106,854 miles
    Test number
    817997318601
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail106,841 miles (+18,416)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,841 miles
    Test number
    659130237242
    • DangerousNearside Front Undertray likely to become detached wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases BACKBOX CLAMP (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass88,425 miles (+24,998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    88,425 miles
    Test number
    336067044768
    • AdvisoryFront brakes fluctuating, but not excessively
    • AdvisoryRear brakes fluctuating, but not excessively

  8. Pass63,427 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    63,427 miles
    Test number
    151689395267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass63,376 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    63,376 miles
    Test number
    197446355147
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to exhaust

  10. Fail63,375 miles (+4,249)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,375 miles
    Test number
    395676055167
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to exhaust

  11. Pass59,126 miles (+187)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    59,126 miles
    Test number
    519938674198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,939 miles (+706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    58,939 miles
    Test number
    929325703361
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  13. Pass58,233 miles (+905)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    58,233 miles
    Test number
    549229112324
    • NoteN/s rear metal brake pipe showing corrosion

  14. Pass57,328 miles (+1,518)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    57,328 miles
    Test number
    316322311392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,810 miles (+1,640)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    55,810 miles
    Test number
    444646420354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass54,170 miles (+3,088)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    54,170 miles
    Test number
    404971029332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,082 miles (+1,672)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    51,082 miles
    Test number
    721051738370
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass49,410 miles (+2,428)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    49,410 miles
    Test number
    272520237354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,982 miles (+1,715)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    46,982 miles
    Test number
    664127226398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    45,267 miles
    Test number
    774143125318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X778 TSS

Does X778 TSS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X778 TSS expired on 15 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X778 TSS?
The MOT on X778 TSS expired on 15 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X778 TSS done?
X778 TSS was recorded at 125,219 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2021, an average of 4,974 miles a year.
Has X778 TSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X778 TSS has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on X778 TSS 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 X778 TSS find?
X778 TSS failed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2021 with 5 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front inner vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front chassis section inside wheel arch area; nearside front position lamp not working; offside front inner vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front chassis section in wheel arch area, and 3 more.

Related registrations

Browse all X778 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.