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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

Y303 OUAMOT history

Y303 OUA is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2025 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 85,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2024.

Y303 OUA red 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 Aug 2025
Mileage
85,096 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2024
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,984 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y303 OUA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y303 OUA was last recorded at 85,096 miles on 21 Aug 2024, 526 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,570 miles · 22 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
526 miles
Average per year
2,984 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 85,096 miles
  • 2022 – 84,570 miles
  • 2021 – 81,802 miles
  • 2020 – 81,791 miles
  • 2019 – 81,420 miles
  • 2016 – 81,412 miles
  • 2015 – 78,887 miles
  • 2014 – 74,705 miles
  • 2013 – 67,931 miles
  • 2012 – 61,791 miles
  • 2011 – 56,291 miles
  • 2010 – 51,218 miles
  • 2008 – 44,285 miles
  • 2007 – 37,964 miles
  • 2006 – 31,285 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,096 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust tail pipe missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,096 miles (+526)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    85,096 miles
    Test number
    417447842012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass84,570 miles (+46)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    84,570 miles
    Test number
    616950688560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bumper damaged (no sharp edges)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail84,524 miles (+37)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,524 miles
    Test number
    340176856804
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe missing

  4. Fail84,487 miles (+2,685)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,487 miles
    Test number
    133130648496
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken top coil broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe missing

  5. Pass81,802 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    81,802 miles
    Test number
    513257995747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,791 miles (+371)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    81,791 miles
    Test number
    400522534281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,420 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    81,420 miles
    Test number
    292000772986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,412 miles (+2,525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    81,412 miles
    Test number
    535724604927
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

  9. Pass78,887 miles (+4,182)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    78,887 miles
    Test number
    239468975063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass74,705 miles (+6,774)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    74,705 miles
    Test number
    416760584036
    • NoteMinor corrosion at rear subframe and suspension mountings

  11. Pass67,931 miles (+56)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    67,931 miles
    Test number
    578047933037
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Fail67,875 miles (+6,084)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,875 miles
    Test number
    227603133056
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass61,791 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    61,791 miles
    Test number
    698024642032
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  14. Fail61,786 miles (+5,495)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,786 miles
    Test number
    758154442026
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  15. Pass56,291 miles (+5,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    56,291 miles
    Test number
    109893811028
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  16. Pass51,218 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    51,218 miles
    Test number
    502210840099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,216 miles (+6,931)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,216 miles
    Test number
    680119930078
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  18. Pass44,285 miles (+6,321)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    44,285 miles
    Test number
    553530618356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail37,964 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,964 miles
    Test number
    563735097207
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass37,964 miles (+6,679)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    37,964 miles
    Test number
    754365797225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,285 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,285 miles
    Test number
    464816916214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,189 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,189 miles
    Test number
    371319006280
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y303 OUA

Does Y303 OUA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y303 OUA expired on 20 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y303 OUA?
The MOT on Y303 OUA expired on 20 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y303 OUA done?
Y303 OUA was recorded at 85,096 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2024, an average of 2,984 miles a year.
Has Y303 OUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y303 OUA has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on Y303 OUA 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 Y303 OUA find?
Y303 OUA passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower wheel arch; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower wheel arch.

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