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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y212 UADMOT history

Y212 UAD is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 7 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 120,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

Y212 UAD blue 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 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
120,096 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,653 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y212 UAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y212 UAD was last recorded at 120,096 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 10,353 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,743 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,353 miles
Average per year
4,653 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,096 miles
  • 2025 – 109,743 miles
  • 2024 – 105,761 miles
  • 2022 – 102,823 miles
  • 2021 – 95,211 miles
  • 2020 – 92,189 miles
  • 2019 – 86,980 miles
  • 2018 – 81,612 miles
  • 2017 – 75,798 miles
  • 2016 – 71,478 miles
  • 2015 – 67,364 miles
  • 2014 – 62,977 miles
  • 2013 – 59,234 miles
  • 2012 – 56,305 miles
  • 2011 – 54,882 miles
  • 2010 – 50,808 miles
  • 2009 – 45,409 miles
  • 2008 – 39,938 miles
  • 2007 – 34,083 miles
  • 2006 – 28,449 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,096 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Position lamp incorrect colour Both Front

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • All steering and suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Corrosion to under vehicle components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,096 miles (+10,353)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    120,096 miles
    Test number
    847215427918
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass109,743 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    109,743 miles
    Test number
    842727308296
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail109,743 miles (+3,982)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,743 miles
    Test number
    871960973916
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass105,761 miles (+6)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    105,761 miles
    Test number
    802510544179
    • MinorPosition lamp incorrect colour Both Front (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail105,755 miles (+2,932)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,755 miles
    Test number
    952798977177
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorPosition lamp incorrect colour Both Front (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass102,823 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    102,823 miles
    Test number
    135166389259
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis member (inside wheel arch) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis member (inside wheel arch.) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear inner and outer wheel arches corroding!
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn near to limit.

  7. Fail102,823 miles (+7,612)3 repaired2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,823 miles
    Test number
    883484457252
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis member (inside wheel arch) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis member (inside wheel arch.) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear inner and outer wheel arches corroding!
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn near to limit.

  8. Pass95,211 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    95,211 miles
    Test number
    432682008850
    • AdvisoryAll steering and suspension components corroded

  9. Fail95,205 miles (+3,016)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,205 miles
    Test number
    152903738628
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wing corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll steering and suspension components corroded

  10. Pass92,189 miles (+5,209)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    92,189 miles
    Test number
    159604308356
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under vehicle components

  11. Pass86,980 miles (+5,368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    86,980 miles
    Test number
    470462697366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under vehicle components

  12. Pass81,612 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    81,612 miles
    Test number
    173004134494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s & o/s outer sill areas

  13. Fail81,612 miles (+5,814)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,612 miles
    Test number
    122261637628
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s & o/s outer sill areas

  14. Pass75,798 miles (+4,320)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    75,798 miles
    Test number
    382139059754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,478 miles (+4,114)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    71,478 miles
    Test number
    315900703396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,364 miles (+4,387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    67,364 miles
    Test number
    866945546858
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass62,977 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,977 miles
    Test number
    348369534201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail62,977 miles (+3,743)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,977 miles
    Test number
    837509034287
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass59,234 miles (+2,929)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    59,234 miles
    Test number
    736493353221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,305 miles (+1,423)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    56,305 miles
    Test number
    388557852485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  21. Pass54,882 miles (+4,074)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    54,882 miles
    Test number
    346126701228
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass50,808 miles (+5,399)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    50,808 miles
    Test number
    193615610235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,409 miles (+5,471)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    45,409 miles
    Test number
    651699909299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,938 miles (+5,855)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    39,938 miles
    Test number
    442842618225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass34,083 miles (+5,634)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    34,083 miles
    Test number
    682952717298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    28,449 miles
    Test number
    221312116210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y212 UAD

Does Y212 UAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y212 UAD is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y212 UAD?
The MOT on Y212 UAD is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y212 UAD done?
Y212 UAD was recorded at 120,096 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 4,653 miles a year.
Has Y212 UAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y212 UAD has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y212 UAD 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 Y212 UAD find?
Y212 UAD passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate.

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