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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

Y251 RNDMOT history

Y251 RND is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 65,543 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2026.

Y251 RND 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 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
65,543 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,305 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y251 RND
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
30 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y251 RND was last recorded at 65,543 miles on 24 Jan 2026, 2,717 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,826 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,717 miles
Average per year
2,305 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,543 miles
  • 2025 – 62,826 miles
  • 2024 – 62,375 miles
  • 2023 – 61,847 miles
  • 2022 – 61,014 miles
  • 2017 – 59,465 miles
  • 2016 – 56,785 miles
  • 2015 – 54,014 miles
  • 2014 – 48,704 miles
  • 2013 – 42,200 miles
  • 2012 – 37,226 miles
  • 2011 – 35,821 miles
  • 2010 – 33,627 miles
  • 2009 – 31,955 miles
  • 2008 – 30,182 miles
  • 2007 – 25,333 miles
  • 2006 – 20,767 miles
  • 2005 – 18,416 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,543 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened slight corrosion to both front lower suspension arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Lower corrosion to offside rear outer sill panel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened general corrosion to rear upper and lower suspension arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,543 miles (+2,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    65,543 miles
    Test number
    644370499244
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass62,826 miles (+451)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    62,826 miles
    Test number
    442859935278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass62,375 miles (+528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    62,375 miles
    Test number
    130792735700
    • AdvisoryLower general surface corrosion to front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryLower general surface corrosion to rear inner and outer sills nearside and offside

  4. Pass61,847 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    61,847 miles
    Test number
    156135385870
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened slight corrosion to both front lower suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower corrosion to offside rear outer sill panel
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened general corrosion to rear upper and lower suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail61,838 miles (+824)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,838 miles
    Test number
    181199995156
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened slight corrosion to both front lower suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower corrosion to offside rear outer sill panel
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened general corrosion to rear upper and lower suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass61,014 miles (+1,549)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    61,014 miles
    Test number
    810481789778
    • AdvisoryFront nearside & offside chassis corroding
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass59,465 miles (+2,680)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    59,465 miles
    Test number
    850891304570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,785 miles (+2,771)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    56,785 miles
    Test number
    989380410527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass54,014 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    54,014 miles
    Test number
    307095175003
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low...general front and rear subframe and component corrosion....wiper blades starting to split

  10. Fail54,014 miles (+5,310)4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,014 miles
    Test number
    736515975064
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low...general front and rear subframe and component corrosion....wiper blades starting to split

  11. Pass48,704 miles (+6,504)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    48,704 miles
    Test number
    198071794444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,200 miles (+4,974)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    42,200 miles
    Test number
    488805593064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,226 miles (+1,405)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    37,226 miles
    Test number
    459319062018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,821 miles (+2,194)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    35,821 miles
    Test number
    179090091044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,627 miles (+1,672)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    33,627 miles
    Test number
    924997790080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,955 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    31,955 miles
    Test number
    281818199096
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  17. Fail31,954 miles (+1,772)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,954 miles
    Test number
    294606199064
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  18. Pass30,182 miles (+4,849)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    30,182 miles
    Test number
    530282548229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,333 miles (+4,566)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    25,333 miles
    Test number
    361102337404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,767 miles (+2,351)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    20,767 miles
    Test number
    171972246227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    18,416 miles
    Test number
    412735025256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y251 RND

Does Y251 RND currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y251 RND is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y251 RND?
The MOT on Y251 RND is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y251 RND done?
Y251 RND was recorded at 65,543 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2026, an average of 2,305 miles a year.
Has Y251 RND ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y251 RND has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on Y251 RND 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 Y251 RND find?
Y251 RND passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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