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Mazda MX-5

Yellow · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y295 RARMOT history

Y295 RAR is a yellow petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 126,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2025.

Y295 RAR yellow 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 11 Apr 2026
Mileage
126,406 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,545 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y295 RAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y295 RAR was last recorded at 126,406 miles on 4 Apr 2025, 4,931 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,475 miles · 10 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
4,931 miles
Average per year
4,545 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,406 miles
  • 2024 – 121,475 miles
  • 2023 – 119,100 miles
  • 2022 – 119,042 miles
  • 2021 – 114,468 miles
  • 2020 – 111,192 miles
  • 2019 – 109,183 miles
  • 2018 – 105,576 miles
  • 2017 – 104,104 miles
  • 2016 – 102,085 miles
  • 2015 – 96,707 miles
  • 2014 – 90,795 miles
  • 2013 – 82,947 miles
  • 2012 – 75,063 miles
  • 2011 – 69,664 miles
  • 2010 – 64,202 miles
  • 2009 – 57,676 miles
  • 2008 – 52,812 miles
  • 2007 – 47,530 miles
  • 2006 – 43,488 miles
  • 2005 – 36,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,406 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wing slight corrosion
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL 4 Front and Rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2006–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 19 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,406 miles (+4,931)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    126,406 miles
    Test number
    616297980534
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wing slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL 4 Front and Rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass121,475 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    121,475 miles
    Test number
    623637139927
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floors (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail121,467 miles (+2,367)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,467 miles
    Test number
    847665494029
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floors (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass119,100 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    119,100 miles
    Test number
    844170464651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail119,089 miles (+47)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,089 miles
    Test number
    773610634308
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail119,042 miles (+4,574)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,042 miles
    Test number
    567731021220
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass114,468 miles (+28)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    114,468 miles
    Test number
    159251033719
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail114,440 miles (+80)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,440 miles
    Test number
    154244168265
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail114,360 miles (+3,168)7 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,360 miles
    Test number
    735999115072
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced bottom chasis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chasis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chasis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bottom of chasis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened wheel arch (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass111,192 miles (+2,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    111,192 miles
    Test number
    304376679711
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass109,183 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    109,183 miles
    Test number
    304916093739
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust covers perished
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface rust on front and rear suspension

  12. Fail109,183 miles (+3,607)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,183 miles
    Test number
    325787691271
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust covers perished
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface rust on front and rear suspension

  13. Pass105,576 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    105,576 miles
    Test number
    253735780439
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded n/s/r to o/s/r (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm back bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underside of vehicle

  14. Fail105,573 miles (+1,469)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,573 miles
    Test number
    360966120061
    • DangerousNearside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to o/s/r in retaining clip (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded n/s/r to o/s/r (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm back bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underside of vehicle

  15. Pass104,104 miles (+2,019)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    104,104 miles
    Test number
    270583323797
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded o/s/r to n/s/r pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underside of vehicle (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion over underside of vehicle
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underside of vehicle

  16. Pass102,085 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    102,085 miles
    Test number
    213283107504
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake caliper damp around handbrake pivot

  17. Fail102,085 miles (+5,378)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,085 miles
    Test number
    204468273253
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake caliper damp around handbrake pivot

  18. Pass96,707 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    96,707 miles
    Test number
    267597575009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail96,685 miles (+5,890)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,685 miles
    Test number
    858769065008
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  20. Pass90,795 miles (+7,848)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    90,795 miles
    Test number
    139712774472
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth sides rear inner and outer sills corroded

  21. Pass82,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    82,947 miles
    Test number
    927401573020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail82,947 miles (+7,884)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,947 miles
    Test number
    497030073034
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass75,063 miles (+5,399)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    75,063 miles
    Test number
    947843552047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,664 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    69,664 miles
    Test number
    509305971018
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHydraulic fluid leak from clutch slave cylinder
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  25. Fail69,664 miles (+5,462)2 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,664 miles
    Test number
    656215871087
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHydraulic fluid leak from clutch slave cylinder
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  26. Pass64,202 miles (+6,526)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    64,202 miles
    Test number
    892284570029
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass57,676 miles (+4,864)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    57,676 miles
    Test number
    144475179415
    • NoteSurface corrosion rear subframe

  28. Pass52,812 miles (+5,282)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    52,812 miles
    Test number
    160898578408
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Fail47,530 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,530 miles
    Test number
    144031687404
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  30. Pass47,530 miles (+4,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    47,530 miles
    Test number
    984001887067
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  31. Pass43,488 miles (+6,670)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    43,488 miles
    Test number
    140385106277
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  32. Pass36,818 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    36,818 miles
    Test number
    800410205297
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about Y295 RAR

Does Y295 RAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y295 RAR expired on 11 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y295 RAR?
The MOT on Y295 RAR expired on 11 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y295 RAR done?
Y295 RAR was recorded at 126,406 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2025, an average of 4,545 miles a year.
Has Y295 RAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y295 RAR has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y295 RAR 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 Y295 RAR find?
Y295 RAR passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2025 with 6 advisories: offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front lower wing slight corrosion; offside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 3 more.

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