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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

X788 FRWMOT history

X788 FRW is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 13 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Jan 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 136,411 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2023.

X788 FRW black 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 Jan 2024
Mileage
136,411 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X788 FRW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X788 FRW was last recorded at 136,411 miles on 14 Jan 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,410 miles · 4 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 136,411 miles
  • 2020 – 136,410 miles
  • 2019 – 132,498 miles
  • 2018 – 131,652 miles
  • 2016 – 124,965 miles
  • 2015 – 107,787 miles
  • 2014 – 106,938 miles
  • 2012 – 102,045 miles
  • 2011 – 99,046 miles
  • 2009 – 92,192 miles
  • 2008 – 83,030 miles
  • 2007 – 62,060 miles
  • 2006 – 52,204 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,411 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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 Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,411 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    136,411 miles
    Test number
    162911144690
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail136,411 miles (+1)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,411 miles
    Test number
    378287920972
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass136,410 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    136,410 miles
    Test number
    690483566133
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail136,391 miles (+3,893)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,391 miles
    Test number
    360430234188
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass132,498 miles (+846)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    132,498 miles
    Test number
    628478428119
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under side of vehicle.

  6. Pass131,652 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    131,652 miles
    Test number
    108940462170
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)

  7. Fail131,651 miles (+6,686)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,651 miles
    Test number
    831410400326
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass124,965 miles (+533)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    124,965 miles
    Test number
    545972755344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail124,432 miles (+16,645)3 failures3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,432 miles
    Test number
    639078622809
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass107,787 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    107,787 miles
    Test number
    415660145136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear exhaust system has heavy surface corrosion
    • NoteVehicle underside has general surface corrosion

  11. Fail107,787 miles (+849)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,787 miles
    Test number
    216978435434
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear exhaust system has heavy surface corrosion
    • NoteVehicle underside has general surface corrosion

  12. Pass106,938 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    106,938 miles
    Test number
    755926834139
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail106,938 miles (+4,893)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,938 miles
    Test number
    825192334159
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass102,045 miles (+2,999)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    102,045 miles
    Test number
    436923452301
    • 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)

  15. Pass99,046 miles (+1)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    99,046 miles
    Test number
    777218941354
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBody underside corroding
    • NoteBoth outer sills corroding/rusting
    • NoteNear side rear tyre on wear bars
    • NoteRear diff oily
    • NoteUnderside off vehicles components corroding/very rusty
    • NoteWindscreen chipped outside swept area

  16. Fail99,045 miles (+2,084)1 failure1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,045 miles
    Test number
    389142441349
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBody underside corroding
    • NoteBoth outer sills corroding/rusting
    • NoteNear side rear tyre on wear bars
    • NoteRear diff oily
    • NoteUnderside off vehicles components corroding/very rusty
    • NoteWindscreen chipped outside swept area

  17. Pass96,961 miles (+4,769)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    96,961 miles
    Test number
    145156701497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass92,192 miles (+9,162)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    92,192 miles
    Test number
    880395359367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass83,030 miles (+8,957)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    83,030 miles
    Test number
    614999558323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass74,073 miles (+12,013)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    74,073 miles
    Test number
    610893108077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  21. Pass62,060 miles (+9,856)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    62,060 miles
    Test number
    221783807013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    52,204 miles
    Test number
    270753806033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X788 FRW

Does X788 FRW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X788 FRW expired on 13 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X788 FRW?
The MOT on X788 FRW expired on 13 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X788 FRW done?
X788 FRW was recorded at 136,411 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2023, an average of 4,945 miles a year.
Has X788 FRW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X788 FRW has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on X788 FRW 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 X788 FRW find?
X788 FRW passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside front integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; nearside rear integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; offside front integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 1 more.

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