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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

Y246 XSSMOT history

Y246 XSS is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 10 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 20 Feb 2024 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 55,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2024.

Y246 XSS blue 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 20 Feb 2024
Mileage
55,868 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2024
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,096 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y246 XSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y246 XSS was last recorded at 55,868 miles on 23 Feb 2024, 1,930 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,938 miles · 21 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
1,930 miles
Average per year
2,096 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 55,868 miles
  • 2023 – 53,938 miles
  • 2022 – 52,189 miles
  • 2021 – 51,020 miles
  • 2019 – 50,430 miles
  • 2018 – 49,252 miles
  • 2017 – 44,270 miles
  • 2016 – 40,519 miles
  • 2015 – 36,540 miles
  • 2014 – 27,658 miles
  • 2013 – 25,747 miles
  • 2012 – 24,836 miles
  • 2011 – 21,320 miles
  • 2010 – 20,067 miles
  • 2008 – 19,615 miles
  • 2007 – 19,376 miles
  • 2006 – 19,067 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail55,868 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under body
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside rear brake binding when hot? disc blue
  • AdvisoryPAS leak
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear inner sills corroded
  • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail55,868 miles (+1,930)5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,868 miles
    Test number
    168855846832
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under body
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake binding when hot? disc blue
    • AdvisoryPAS leak
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  2. Pass53,938 miles (+1,749)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    53,938 miles
    Test number
    800238702361
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion over chassis & subframes/arms etc

  3. Pass52,189 miles (+1,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    52,189 miles
    Test number
    427127722280
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass51,020 miles (+590)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    51,020 miles
    Test number
    557170875629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass50,430 miles (+1,178)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    50,430 miles
    Test number
    636459041598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened surface rust (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened surface rust (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened surface rust (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened surface rust (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass49,252 miles (+4,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    49,252 miles
    Test number
    332759131145
    • AdvisoryChassis slightly corroded

  7. Pass44,270 miles (+3,751)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    44,270 miles
    Test number
    161823493838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill slightly corroded

  8. Pass40,519 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    40,519 miles
    Test number
    599988422475
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Fail40,519 miles (+3,979)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,519 miles
    Test number
    824631884213
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass36,540 miles (+8,882)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    36,540 miles
    Test number
    417419615192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass27,658 miles (+1,911)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    27,658 miles
    Test number
    936719414172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass25,747 miles (+911)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    25,747 miles
    Test number
    438325713167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass24,836 miles (+3,516)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    24,836 miles
    Test number
    165284912165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass21,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    21,320 miles
    Test number
    956457311180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail21,320 miles (+1,253)3 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,320 miles
    Test number
    465167611180
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFRONT AND REAR TYRE WALLS CRACKING SLIGHTLY.
    • NoteFRONT TYRES WEARING SLIGHTLY AT EDGES.
    • NoteGENERAL UNDERBODY SURFACE CORROSION.
    • NoteL/H/R TYRE NEAR LEGAL LIMIT.
    • NoteSURFACE CORROSION AT BRAKE DISCS(LACK OF USE).

  16. Pass20,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    20,067 miles
    Test number
    954672910155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail20,067 miles (+452)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,067 miles
    Test number
    844515300103
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.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)
    • NoteEXHAUST CORRODED.
    • NoteREAR BRAKES BINDING SLIGHTLY.
    • NoteSLIGHTLY LONG TRAVEL AT FOOT AND HANDBRAKE.
    • NoteSURFACE CORROSION AT ALL BRAKE DISCS.

  18. Pass19,615 miles (+239)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    19,615 miles
    Test number
    941747338303
    • NoteFLAT SPOTS AT BOTH FRONT TYRES(LACK OF USE).
    • NoteREAR BRAKES BINDING SLIGHTLY(LACK OF USE).
    • NoteREAR TYRES APPROACHING LEGAL LIMIT.
    • NoteSURFACE CORROSION AT ALL BRAKE DISCS(LACK OF USE).

  19. Pass19,376 miles (+309)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    19,376 miles
    Test number
    944440427291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    19,067 miles
    Test number
    320954216426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y246 XSS

Does Y246 XSS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y246 XSS expired on 20 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y246 XSS?
The MOT on Y246 XSS expired on 20 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y246 XSS done?
Y246 XSS was recorded at 55,868 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2024, an average of 2,096 miles a year.
Has Y246 XSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y246 XSS has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on Y246 XSS 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 Y246 XSS find?
Y246 XSS failed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2024 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside front position lamp not working; nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn, and 12 more.

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