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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y229 RPXMOT history

Y229 RPX is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 19 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 120,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2023.

Y229 RPX silver Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2022
Mileage
120,016 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2023
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,663 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y229 RPX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
12 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y229 RPX was last recorded at 120,016 miles on 12 May 2023, 1,201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,815 miles · 30 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
1,201 miles
Average per year
4,663 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 120,016 miles
  • 2021 – 118,815 miles
  • 2020 – 115,901 miles
  • 2019 – 115,474 miles
  • 2018 – 114,490 miles
  • 2017 – 113,430 miles
  • 2016 – 112,153 miles
  • 2015 – 106,550 miles
  • 2014 – 97,238 miles
  • 2013 – 80,905 miles
  • 2011 – 80,370 miles
  • 2010 – 74,770 miles
  • 2009 – 67,224 miles
  • 2008 – 57,053 miles
  • 2007 – 48,761 miles
  • 2006 – 40,025 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail120,016 miles
  • MajorEmissions oxygen sensor obviously modified (8.2.1.1 (a))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail120,016 miles (+1,201)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,016 miles
    Test number
    534650841309
    • MajorEmissions oxygen sensor obviously modified (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass118,815 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    118,815 miles
    Test number
    860831883683
    • AdvisoryOuter rear sill areas corroded

  3. Fail118,813 miles (+2,912)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,813 miles
    Test number
    463346924937
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOuter rear sill areas corroding

  4. Pass115,901 miles (+427)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    115,901 miles
    Test number
    235510688981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass115,474 miles (+984)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    115,474 miles
    Test number
    398460022716
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass114,490 miles (+1,060)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    114,490 miles
    Test number
    678387488272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass113,430 miles (+1,277)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    113,430 miles
    Test number
    569106557116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,153 miles (+5,603)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    112,153 miles
    Test number
    878324559630
    • AdvisoryFuel flap control lever stiff in operation, advise attention
    • AdvisorySlight distortion at offside front road wheel
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate beginning to deteriorate

  9. Pass106,550 miles (+9,312)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    106,550 miles
    Test number
    405710525137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass97,238 miles (+585)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    97,238 miles
    Test number
    867756424164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail96,653 miles (+15,748)12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,653 miles
    Test number
    765469704178
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass80,905 miles (+535)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    80,905 miles
    Test number
    566389683086
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass80,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    80,370 miles
    Test number
    119839971118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail80,370 miles (+5,600)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,370 miles
    Test number
    168609171142
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass74,770 miles (+7,546)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    74,770 miles
    Test number
    573374470020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,224 miles (+10,171)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    67,224 miles
    Test number
    970125779085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,053 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,053 miles
    Test number
    102054578002
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass57,053 miles (+8,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    57,053 miles
    Test number
    191814178460
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass48,761 miles (+8,736)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    48,761 miles
    Test number
    301094277021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    40,025 miles
    Test number
    274935076016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,025 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,025 miles
    Test number
    301815976077
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about Y229 RPX

Does Y229 RPX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y229 RPX expired on 29 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y229 RPX?
The MOT on Y229 RPX expired on 29 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y229 RPX done?
Y229 RPX was recorded at 120,016 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2023, an average of 4,663 miles a year.
Has Y229 RPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y229 RPX has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2023.
Has the mileage on Y229 RPX 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 Y229 RPX find?
Y229 RPX failed its latest MOT on 12 May 2023 with 3 major defects and 1 advisory: emissions oxygen sensor obviously modified; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high, and 1 more.

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